David Livingstone

He was born in Nome, Alaska, to the late David and Maxine Livingstone. He peacefully departed this earthly life on October 19, 2025.

Dave was the eldest of three boys, survived by his brother Bruce and preceded in death by his brother Keith. In 1942, at just under two years old, his family returned to Seattle, Washington, following the bombing of Pearl Harbor. With Nome’s proximity to Japan, the move ensured their safety and began a lifelong connection to the Pacific Northwest.

A proud 1959 graduate of West Seattle High School, Dave went on to serve his country as a U.S. Navy Corpsman from June 1959 to June 1962. His dedication to service and care for others remained a hallmark of his character throughout his life.

In 1965, Dave met the love of his life, Marianne Diederich, while they both worked downtown — she at a rental car agency, and he at a parking garage. They married within a year and built a beautiful life together in Seattle. Their son, David III (Erin), was born in 1972, followed by their daughter, Carlanna (Brandon), in 1974. They made their home in the house they purchased in 1967, where Marianne resides today.

Dave’s greatest pride and joy were his grandchildren — Jeremy, Leanne, and David IV. Just as he had with his own children, he was always there — cheering from the stands at games, applauding at school performances, and showing up for every milestone and moment that mattered.

Dave was a man of many passions. He loved Mariners baseball, playing cards, cars, and he absolutely adored Dolly Parton. He was an active and longtime member of the Ballard Sunset Toastmasters and the Ballard Weekenders Club, where his wit and storytelling brought smiles to everyone. Professionally, he owned and operated Handy Cleaning Service, managed a vending business, and spent many years working for the Ballard News-Tribune.

A faithful member of Fremont Baptist Church, Dave lived out his values of kindness, service, and humor every day. He was also active in the Greenwood Senior Center’s Memory Loss Program, finding friendship, laughter, and purpose in community.

Dave was a strong man, a kind man, and a funny man — fiercely compassionate and loyal to his family. He taught those around him to live with integrity, honor your word, tell the truth, work hard, help people when you can, always find a way to laugh, and remember that the only fair in life you’ll ever find is in Puyallup.

Though he faced many health challenges in his later years, Dave’s spirit remained unshakable. While our hearts ache, we find peace knowing he is now in a better place — surrounded by love, the God he cherished, and all the people and animals he cared for throughout his remarkable life.