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Leslie David "Dave" Maddux

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Leslie Maddux Obituary

Leslie David "Dave" Maddux Leslie David "Dave" Maddux, 77, died peacefully at his home in Auburn, WA in the early afternoon of July 21, 2020, after an 8-year courageous battle with cancer. Dave was born October 30, 1942 in Tacoma, WA. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Tacoma, WA in 1960. After serving in the US Airforce from 1960-1964, he started in the Title Insurance Industry, where he was a mentor and teacher to many and a friend to all. He retired from his 46-year Title career in March 2010. Dave was a huge music lover and played piano and keyboards in several bands throughout his life from high school up until just a few years ago. He was well known in the local classic rock and roll and blues music circuits. Dave is preceded in death by his parents, Roy Daire Maddux and Betty Jean Murdock; his stepmother, Marjorie Maddux; and his older brother Roy Maddux. Dave is survived by his wife Patricia (Thompson) Maddux; his two loving daughters, Kimberly (Maddux) Costulis and Yvonne (Maddux) O'Neill; his 3 sons, David Maddux, Richard Maddux, and Steven (Chad) Maddux; several grandchildren and one great grandchild. At the time of his death, Dave was surrounded by his loving family, listening to his favorite music. We did a final toast and he took his last shot of Crown Royal right before taking his last breath. This wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend will be greatly missed.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Aug. 26, 2020.

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Steve Sarandos

August 30, 2020

Dave was always fun to be around when we played music together. We had lots of laughs at rehearsals and gigs. R.I.P. Dave. You will be missed.

Ann Smith

August 29, 2020

I am so sorry to hear this, losing a loved one is never easy, but our loving God promises to give the strength and courage you'll need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. (Isaiah 40:29, 41:10, 13) May loving memories also sustain your family during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, your neighbor, Ann Smith.

Bill Reilly

August 27, 2020

Worked with Dave in the late '70's early '80's at First American Title. Played on the Company softball team with Dave also. Good Guy. I'll toast him with a shot of Crown tonight.

Don SR

August 26, 2020

Thank you for your service

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