David S. Besaw

David was one of the nicest, warmest people I have ever met. Passed too early - we will miss him dearly...

If you are lucky in life the universe puts people in your path that help shape the way you think and feel about the world. Dave was one of those people for me. We met in high school and quickly became fast friends. He was kind, considerate and funny. Something I was very drawn to. We had many adventures at Parkrose, serving on Student Council together, skipping class and cruising around on Friday and Saturday nights in his beloved maroon Firebird. Dave went to bat for me and convinced...

I am just learning of David's passing. I am so saddened by the loss of this kind, selfless, and humble man. David was a good friend, and though it had been a few years since I has last seen him, he was always in my thoughts. I will miss him immensely. For Steve, and the rest of the Besaw family, my sincerest, heartfelt condolences. David was all that was good.

Condolences to the Besaw family.

Dave Besaw, what a warm and gracious childhood friend. His big smile, infectious laugh and jokes kept us all in stitches as a young kid.

I had the supreme pleasure of being one of his many friends at Russell Elementary School. Several of us hung out together playing baseball, cracking jokes and making awesome memories.

As a girl, I felt privileged to be invited to play alongside my “boy” friends. I was a “Tom” boy who shared my love for sports like Dave. Dave...

It was my privilege to know David for more than forty years. I never witnessed a cross moment from David during all that time. He always greeted me with a smile and a quick laugh, wondering how I was doing and what he could do to help me, something he did on countless occasions over the decades. It was always fun to visit 52nd and see what a terrific company the Besaw boys had built on the sturdy foundation Gordon and Milly had passed on to them. David was a smart, thoughtful guy with a...

He was always a big help Listening to your needs with a smile ! Was a busy guy and a pleasure to know. RIP. Tim.