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David Senescu Obituary

David Senescu, 89, passed away peacefully March 8, 2007 from complications of Alzheimer's disease. David was born October 12, 1917 in San Francisco, CA to Gazella and Jonize Senescu. David was

preceded in Death by his parents, his sisters Belle and Francis, brother Sam, and first wife Phyllis. David was raised in Seattle, WA where he graduated from Garfield High School. David worked at the Bremerton Naval Shipyard during WWII. His career spanned thirty five years in the Neon sign business where he was an executive at a Seattle firm. David Retired and moved to Rancho Mirage, CA where he stayed active in sports specifically skiing, golf, and tennis. David was a member of Glendale Golf and Country Club in Bellevue, WA where he was a past president. He was also a member of Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage, CA. David had many accomplishments in his life, which included past president of B'nai B'rith of Seattle, where he was also honored as man of the year for his contributions to charity. He was a Chief Barker and life time member of Variety Club of Seattle. One Passion that Dave had was putting together and wearing fine clothes and was voted one of the best dressed men is Seattle. David was a member of Temple De Hirsch-Seattle, WA and Temple Sinai-Palm Desert, CA.

David is survived by his wife and best friend of 52 years Barbara; Sons, Larry of Redmond WA; Jerry of Rancho Mirage, CA, Gary of Cathedral City, CA, Barry of Dana Point, CA, and daughter Terry Hoogstede of Bend, OR. There are also eight Grand Children and eight Great Grand Children.

The family would like to give special thanks to the medical attendants at Premier Care Center of Palm Springs, Wellington House where he resided for five months and special thanks to the VNA Hospice of the Inland Empire who took loving care of David and made sure that he was always comfortable. The Family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association or to the VNA Hospice of the Inland Empire or a charity of your choice. A Memorial Service will be held at Temple Sinai, 73251 Hovley Lane West, Palm Desert on March 14, 2007 at 11:00.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Mar. 13, 2007.

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Don and LaRue Hadley

March 15, 2007

Dear Barbara and family:
We are so sorry to about your loss. We enjoyed David's company and had many memories of him swimming at the pool along with his walks with Wolfy. We are sure he will by missed by all.

Jerry Cavoretto

March 15, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Teri Pearson

March 13, 2007

Jerry and family, my heart goes out to all of you for your loss...David was always a wonderful person to me as Barb and the rest of the family...my prayers. Teri Cashion Pearson

Nancy Gates

March 13, 2007

Barbara and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss,call me if you need help with anything.

SHIRLEY AND RAY WEINRUB

March 13, 2007

We have known David and Barbara for many years. David was a true friend and gentlemen, amd a great damcer. and we will really miss him. May he rest in peace.

Bob Pechous

March 13, 2007

I had the pleasure of getting to know David while employed at Mission Hills CC. David always had a kind word and helpful advise. I am truly honored to have known him.

jerry&chris frankel

March 13, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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