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David Zumek Obituary

David ZUMEK David Zumek passed away October 1st, 2009 after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born to Frank and Lois Zumek on April 24 1941, in Seattle, WA. He graduated from Enumclaw High School in 1959, UW School of Pharmacy in 1964 and University of Michigan in 1969. He was a proud member of the Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity. Dave retired as a LT. Col. from the US Army where he proudly served 22 yrs. After retiring from the Army, Dave worked at Highline and MultiCare Hospitals before officially retiring December 2006. Dave was a devoted family man. He leaves behind his loving wife of 45 years, Netta. Three sons, Chris (Jen), Kevin (Allison) and Bryan (Marnie). He lived for his grandchildren who will miss him tremendously including Darrick, Tyler, Evan and Triston. Mother, Lois Estby; as well as his lifelong friend and step-brother, Tim (Trudi) Estby and in-laws Jack (Sue) and Ed (Denise) Schneider. Dave was preceded in death by his son, David, father, Frank; brother, Butch; and stepfather, Ralph Estby. A celebration of Dave's life will be held on Nov. 7th in Tacoma at the Landmark Convention Center. If you'd like to attend, please contact Chris at 425-864-0545. Donations may be made in Dave's memory to the Franciscan Hospice House at 2901 Bridgeport Way West, University Place, WA. 98466 or the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, 1003 So 5th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2009.

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November 3, 2009

Nette and Family...I really enjoyed sitting next to Dave at Dinner, one Sunday afternoon. We Shared some Salmon that he really enjoyed, I keep on sneaking some on his plate and he keep on eating it. As we left the gave me a bear hug and a smile. Keeping you in Prayer.
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Norma Varty

October 31, 2009

From a friend and neighbor on Anderson Island, our thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this time of grief. I hope the lifetime of memories you have help to ease your sadness.

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