David K. Washmuth

Posted: 2/1/2008


David Kile Washmuth passed away Tuesday evening, January 22, 2008, at his home in Yerington, Nevada, after a brave 4-1/2 year battle with Amyotophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease). He was 54.

David was born in Ridgecrest, California, on January 19, 1954, the son of Harold and Joanne Washmuth.

David is known in Yerington as the man with the orange car. He had bought himself a Prowler and drove it until he could drive no more. He loved the outdoors and the beautiful high desert life he found in Nevada. He enjoyed mountain biking, snow skiing, Sand Mountain, Pyramid Lake, and anything that could go fast. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed get-togethers with each.

David was known for his quick wit and dry sense of humor. He was extremely intelligent and loved learning. He was an excellent cook and enjoyed good food. He worked for Jones West Ford in Reno for over 22 years before being diagnosed with ALS.

David is survived by his wife, Kathleen Brown Wasmuth; daughters Audrey Kresoja and Ashley Washmuth; his father, Harold Washmuth; his sisters, Judi Kroeger, Lisa Washmuth and Janet Washmuth Kile; nephews AJ Thurston, Jeffrey and Aaron Kroeger; nieces Staci Washmuth, Emmilee and Mary Risling; and his dog, Rufus.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

In keeping with David's wishes, no funeral service will be held. Cremation is under the direction of Freitas Rupracht Funeral Home, Yerington.

His family wants to thank all of his friends for throwing him a wake while he was still alive so he could enjoy it all with them.

Family and friends may sign the online guest book at www.FRFH.net.

Memorial donations may be made in David's name to ALS of Nevada, 6370 W. Flamingo #3, Las Vegas, Nevada 89103, or to Barton Memorial Hospice, 1615 Highway 395, Suite C, Minden, NV 89423.

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