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David Barnum Obituary
June 29, 1964
March 2, 2016
David Andrew Barnum, born in Washington, D.C., June 29, 1964, left this earth on March 2, 2016, in Reno NV. David grew up in Reno and Calpine CA, attended Bishop Manogue High School, Class of 1982. David lived on the east coast until he returned to Reno in 1997. David loved music, the outdoors, hiking, and camping. He always had an excellent vegetable garden and a keen interest in politics and sports. He will be remembered for his smile, quick wit, sensitivity, and kindness. David leaves his parents, Barta Barnum, (Bill Trenn) Tucson AZ and Rob Barnum, (Soon) Alburquerque NM; sister, Veronica Moore, New York City; girlfriend, Tracy Blackwood; cats, Bubble, SandCat, and CC; and his cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Margaret Castellanos, and his beloved dogs, Standing Bear and Jim. There will be a memorial gathering March 19, from 3 to 6 PM in The Tahoe Room at Bangkok Cuisine, 5851 S Virginia St, Reno NV. Donations may be made to Northern Nevada Hopes, 580 West 5th St, Reno NV 89503, or Washoe County Search and Rescue, PO Box 20012, Reno NV 89515.
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Tessali Bearde
September 14, 2019
David is a amazing person. Everlasting memories are left of him. He always went out of his way to enjoy time with my kids. It's sad he had to go so soon. Yet we were lucky to have known him. You will be missed by many. We Love You Dave. My prayers go out to his beloved family and friends. For he is a great lost to the world and a huge gain for heaven.
M. Fitzgerald
May 27, 2016
deepest condolences to all who loved David
ALB
March 17, 2016
My sincere condolences to your family. May God "who comforts us in all our trials" (2 Cor 1:4) comfort you and your family at such a difficult time. I know God will help you to endure because he cares for you ( 1Peter 5 :7).
Lise Crittenden
March 15, 2016
Veronica and family - - so very sorry to hear about Dave. Though we weren't close friends, I do remember him well as a classmate of Manogue '82. I always enjoyed his sense of humor. Dave has found peace and has left his troubles behind. My thoughts are with you.
Byron Freeman
March 13, 2016
Dave and I became friends at Pine Middle School and continued that friendship all through High School at Manogue. I remember trips to Tahoe, listening to Led Zeppelin, crazy parties and our Grad Night at Disneyland. Dave was hilarious and we always tried to make each other laugh. Dave was a phenomenal basketball player, and always seemed to "steal the show" during games. My thoughts are with the Barnum family and I will miss my
Susan Neil
March 13, 2016
I remember David as a child. My children were the same age. My son born in 1964 has passed and it is a very difficult time when losing a son. Keep your memories close to your heart as they never leave. Let them help you through this time as you adjust to his loss.
Paul Fuchs
March 13, 2016
Dear Barnum family. My heart is with you in this time of sorrow. I knew David only when we were kids at Pine Middle School. My memories of David are that he was a great athlete; he was very humorous and playful too. With my deepest condolences,
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