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DAVID OVENELL Obituary
David had a long career in school counseling in the Lake Washington School system, touching the lives of many young people and staff members with his personal touch. He loved life, and lived every day he was given with zest and vitality. David resided in Kirkland, being involved in his church, men's bible studies, exercise classes, and playing his trumpet locally.
A lifelong learner, caring father and grandfather, gifted musician, athlete and friend, David touched the lives of all those who knew him. With a listening ear and a great sense of humor, he had a warm and inviting personality. David's hobbies included playing golf, reading, music, walking, and watching college sports, especially cheering on his University of Washington Huskies He loved spending his time with his children and grandchildren, encouraging them in all of their pursuits.
David was preceded in death by his parents, George and Ruth Ovenell, sister Betty Keene, brother in law Harold Rader, good friends Gordon Creighton and Rollie Kirkby.
He is survived by his sister Elsie Rader, brothers Dan and Ed Ovenell, sons Steve and Mike Ovenell, and grandchildren Anna, Mac, Stan, Nick, Justin, Ryan and Julie Ovenell.
With a deep and abiding walk with Jesus Christ, David is now with his Savior in Heaven, and loved by all those that he touched during his lifetime. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Graveside services will be Saturday, January 2nd at 10 am at Bow Cemetery under the direction of Hulbush Funeral Home, Burlington. Celebration of Life service will follow Saturday afternoon at 2 pm at First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue, 1717 Bellevue Way NE in Bellevue.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue to help support ministries that David loved and worked in.
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Deb Hunter
January 5, 2010
I was so saddened to learn of Dave's death. I worked with him on the discipleship pathway project at First Pres. Bellevue and enjoyed so much getting to know him. He was kind, gentle, and funny, with a wonderful smile and a twinkle in his eye. He came to the project sort of mid-way, and added so much to our deliberations. It was a joy to know him and to work with him.
Diane W. Schroeder
January 2, 2010
So sorry to hear of Bud's home going. He was so proud of his family.
The last time I talked to him we discussed "Women in Ministry" as my daughter and his granddaughter are in ministry. It is so hard to loose someone at Christmas time, but the poem and thoughts about spending Christmas in Heaven with Jesus,help take some of the pain away. He was a wonderful classmate.
Linda Enkema
January 2, 2010
To Dave's Family,
Dave was a friend through First Pres. Bellevue and a wonderful man. I worked closely with him when he, Ginny Hall, Deb Hunter, and I worked for months putting together a discipleship "pathway" for our church called the "4 Hs". His deep faith was so evident as we attempted to put spiritual truths into words that would help others on their spiritual journeys. He was a gentle and faithful man, and my life is better for having known him. My heartfelt sympathies to you, his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
Peter White
January 2, 2010
Condolences from Peter White, fellow FIJI class of 1952 member. My wife and I will remember Bud as he was last summer at Caspersons--our song leader.
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