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David Ybarra Obituary
David Ybarra
Sept. 29, 1942 - June 11, 2023
SUNNYVALE - David Ybarra was born September 29, 1942, in El Paso, TX, to Pascuala Salazar Ybarra and Anatolio Ybarra. He died peacefully at home on June 11, 2023, surrounded by family.
He graduated Mountain View High School in 1960, then attended Foothill College prior to joining the U.S. Army in 1964. He served during the Vietnam era as Public Information Specialist in charge of public information offices of major U.S. Army units in Germany and The Infantry School, at Fort Benning, GA. After returning from service, in 1967, David continued his education, earning a B.A. in Social Sciences and a Secondary Lifetime Teaching Credential from San Jose State University in 1969. In 1974, he earned an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business. His coursework emphasized public sector management.
Prior to his retirement in October 2008, David spent most of his career in public service. He was a Sr. Management Analyst for Washoe County, Reno, NV (2004-08); Administrative Services Officer, Napa County, CA (2000-03); Production Associate, IBM Corp., San Jose, CA (1997-99); Operations and Personnel Manager, Transmetrics, Inc., San Jose, CA (1990-96); City Administrator, Calistoga, CA (1988-1989); Finance Manager, City of San Jose (1981-1988); Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, City of San Jose, CA (1980-81); Administrative Assistant, City of Sunnyvale (1975-80); Lecturer in the Dept. of Education, San Jose State University (1974); and Teacher of History and Literature, San Jose High School (1969-72).
He is survived by his sister Delia; two older brothers: Jack, and Ben; two younger brothers: Robert, and Danny; his wife, Joanne; daughters: Yolanda, Rebecca (Chuck) Sprague, Carina; and also, his three adoring granddaughters. He leaves many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brothers: Luis and Andres; and his sisters: Helen and Patricia.
David will be remembered as a Renaissance man. He was a fine conversationalist, the family photographer, enjoyed the arts, was an avid reader, and history buff, especially military history.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for David Ybarra at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 10, 2023, at St. Simon Catholic Parish; 1860 Grant Rd Los Altos, CA. The Rite of Committal will follow on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 22555 Cristo Rey Dr., Los Altos, CA. Details being handled by the Lima & Campagna Sunnyvale Mortuary (408) 736-1315.
You may contribute to American Cancer Society, https://www.cancer.org/donate/memorial-giving.html, or your favorite charity, in David's memory.
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Sindy Biederman
July 10, 2023
RIP David. It was a pleasure knowing and working with you.
Judge Charles W. Hayden (retired)
July 10, 2023
I never knew David, but his dear sister, Delia, served with me on the Mtn.View/Los Altos High School Board of trustees. My love and regards to Delia and the entire family of David, a fine and accomplished man.
Carlos Urrutia
July 10, 2023
To the Ybarra family
Please accept my condolences. My name is Carlos Urrutia and I worked with David at the City of Sunnyvale. I stayed in touch with David for many years, but had lost touch with him and was not aware of his illness. His passing causes me sadness. Whoever said that he was a renaissance man hit it right on. I will remember David.
Cheryl Willever
July 10, 2023
David was so kind, very smart and a pleasure to work with at Transmetrics. He was a great golfer. I'm so happy that I had the opportunity to play my inaugural round with him and made a hole in one my first time up. The look on his face was priceless. I've never forgotten that wonderful event. My condolences to his family and many friends.
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