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David Azose Obituary

David R. AZOSE David Ray Azose passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 26, 2009 after a long illness. He was totally lucid and interacting with his family until the end. David was born September 12, 1939 in Seattle, WA to Jack and Louise Azose. He attended Garfield High School and graduated from the University of Washington. David served in the Army, stationed in Germany in a NATO unit from 1961-64. He loved his years with Ivey Seright Photo Lab, especially meeting so many staff and photographers who became his friends. He is survived by his wife Ellen, daughter Leslie Azose and son-in-law Alex Jassen, and his beloved granddaughter Lila; brothers and sister Isaac (Elisa) Azose of Seattle, Albert (Eileen) Azose of Los Angeles, Selma (Yitz) Friedman of Rancho Mirage, Rabbi Michael (Bonnie) Azose of Chicago; sister-in-law Heleri Ziou of San Antonio, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Daniel and Heather Prashner of Austin; parents-in-law Eugene and Josephine Prashner of San Antonio; 10 nieces and nephews; and dog, Noki. David was a talented photographer and found beauty everywhere. He loved his family, social justice, art, Jewish history, long walks with his dog and took great pride in his family history and Sephardic heritage. But, it was his sweetness, gentleness, patience, and kindness toward others that made him an extraordinarily loved man by so many people. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 27th at 11:00am, at Evergreen Washelli 11111 Aurora Ave N followed by burial at the Sephardic Brotherhood Cemetery (1230 N 167th Street, one block east of Aurora).

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Published by The Seattle Times from Oct. 27 to Oct. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for David Azose

Sponsored by his loving family and friends.

25 Entries

Rocky Salskov

January 17, 2025

I did not hear that David had passed away, since Ivey Seright was not still in business.
David was such a bright shining light whenever I came into the store! He will always be so fondly remembered by me !
With loving memory ~ Rocky

John Kornstein

August 8, 2010

I last saw David at our local Democratic polling place. Always an easy smile and warmed my heart with every meeting. I wonder if they speak Ladino where you are.
I echo the entry Carl Beebe made exactly!
Let's go sailing next time we meet David, ok?
You are still loved!

ben marra

December 8, 2009

David was my Hero!

Dale DeGabriele

November 11, 2009

One of the things that I could count on whenever I visited the pro counter at Ivey was seeing David's smiling face. He cheered up everyone and I was amazed that he also remembered their names. And I mean everyone. He was so amazing with suggestions and comments and went out of his way to get anything to me even on the tightest of deadlines. I miss those visits there and most of all I miss David.

Harriet Burger

November 10, 2009

David was always an encouraging, helpful, curtious, inquisitive, and informed soul. I was so often thankful for his warmth, acceptance and sense of humor. He had clearly found a solid place in his own life and shared it so generously with others. We were all lucky to know him.
The Pro-counter was home base for alot of hard working photographers. David was always there to help and not just with the film. He was always, and I am not exaggerating, a friend. My condolences to his family. His loss is felt by a very large community.

Matthew Lawrence

November 10, 2009

I have been reading so many warm and heartfelt tributes to David in the last couple of weeks. My sentiments and remembrances echo so many of them it is an acknowledgment to his consistent positive loving nature. I believe like attracts like and for me and obviously so many others being near the light of David was always a warm and positive experience. He will be missed to be sure, but the David that we all carry around inside us now is a David to share with all others that we continue to meet and share time with while we're here. Mazel Tov David, you have led the way and we all love you for it.

Gary Benson

November 10, 2009

David was a gentle man with a friendly smile...I distinctly remember him as he would answer the phone at Ivey: "ProCounter, this is David--can I help you?" Those few words spoke volumes of him in his attitude of service to so many of us who needed his expertise--and maybe just to relay that information through him to the E-6 dept. to "Push 1/3 stop" so the job could get done by the deadline. And he came through for us, so many times. Rest in Peace.

Edye Colello-Morton

November 9, 2009

Ellen, Leslie and Family,
My deepest condolences go out to you. David was a jewel of a friend and a wonderful mentor for me in photography.
I loved visiting your home, sharing great stories while "poppy" was running around. I am grateful for our friendship.

Ballard Animal Hospital

November 2, 2009

Our condolences to the Azose family and all who loved David, including Noki - we shall miss him as well.

Pat Hovis

November 1, 2009

My husband and I worked for many years with David at Ivey. He was a joy to be with, always a smile with a positive outlook ready to make your day better, just by being himself. Thanks David for your friendship and your standards to live by, we are better people for having known you. God Bless your family and comfort them with your passing.
Sincerely, Pat and Mike Hovis

Dick Busher

October 30, 2009

I met David when he joined the Physics Dept. at the UW. It was in 1969 or 70. I had recently taken up photography as a hobby, and he introduced me to his circle of photography friends. We often got together to critique our work and enjoy each other's company.

I have many fond memories of time spent with him. He helped me build my first darkroom, and he called me Lightning because I could never hit a nail the same way twice. He introduced me to a professor of graphic design who opened my eyes to the world of commercial photography, effectively ending my physics career.

He was always warm and cheerful, a wonderful guy to be around. He'll be sorely missed.

Joann Arruda

October 29, 2009

David was the most gentle and gracious of men. He truly made a positive impact on so many of us. Thank you David.

Richard Pelletier

October 28, 2009

I worked closely with David at Ivey. He helped me in more ways than I can count. I'll add my voice to all the others who have remarked on his kindness and generosity. David got such joy when others did well or were recognized for their talents and hard work. I counted him as a friend and I will miss him very much. I imagine him now in deep conversation with Irving Penn and Roy DeCarava about photography. Miss you David.

Bernard Levinson

October 28, 2009

Dear Leslie and Alex, Your father, even unmet, has been present in many ways in the process of getting to know both of you, and it made clear the closeness of your family, the kinds of connections and devotion, and it was lovely to see the photographs when Hanne and I were at your house. My condolences in your loss. Bernie

October 28, 2009

David and I met many years ago, when we were in several of the same classes in Junior High, and High School. We lost touch for a while, but have always remained good friends. I contacted him a few months ago and we were planning a reunion, which I am so sorry now, did not occur. David was often in my thoughts, and he was one of the warmest, nicest and most sincere guys I ever knew. We had a lot of laughs, and good times together in years past. He will surely be missed by everyone who knew him. May God Bless You And Your Family In This Time Of Sorrow.

Frank, Carole, and Michael Wood

October 27, 2009

I'm not sure I pushed the right button on the last entry, but I will say it again....David was a "class guy"....always with a smile no matter what. A few years ago I lent him a "biscuit joiner" (carpentry tool) because he was getting into woodworking. It was a pleasure and a privelege to try and reciprocate the help he had given me through the years at Ivey.

Charlie Backus

October 27, 2009

Dear Azose Family,
We were sorry to hear of the passing of David. We lived next door to the Azose family on Seward Pk. Avenue. I still treasure the picture he took of my children and we will remember him
in our prayers.
The Lou DeFranco Family.

Dominic Bonuccelli

October 27, 2009

David Azose is one of my favorite people on the planet and he will be terribly missed.

Sue Lehmann

October 27, 2009

I missed David's memorial, didn't want to spread this cold. David was the one person whom everyone adored, and for good reason. What a positive effect David had on all of us who were lucky enough to know him. He was a true gem.

Keith Brofsky

October 27, 2009

David was what's known in the Yiddish language as a "mentsch"... an upstanding, good man. He was like an uncle with whom I could "kvetch" (complain) and "kibbitz" (joke). In this homogenized world, that meant a lot to me. After going digital and Ivey closed, talking to David was what I missed the most. Mazel tov David. You'll live on in our hearts. Thanks for the memories.

Carol A. Sund

October 27, 2009

To David's Family and Friends: He will be missed - his warm and encompassing smile, his graciousness with questions, willingness to help, and the ability to connect people to people.

To David: I'm going to miss sending you your birthday cards, but will keep my reminder in file to send you smiles on your day!

Carl Beebe

October 27, 2009

David was a rare soul. We all have lost a true
gentleman, in a world where we need more.
I consider it fortunate and an honor to
have known him.

October 27, 2009

To the Azose Family,

My thoughts are with you during this hard time. Every morning when we worked at Ivey together, David would always have a smile on his face and something kind to say. Such a warm person, he will be truly missed!

Take Care,
Clare Carnan-Salsbury

Tami Wolff

October 27, 2009

David is in many of my memories from Ivey. He was funny and kind. When I complained to him about how hard it was being a vegetarian at Passover, he told me I should've made a Sephardic conversion - rice and beans are kosher!

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