David Raymond Hutchins, 81, of Shoreline, WA died peacefully in his sleep on September 8, 2024

Preceded in death by parents Margorie and Arnel.

Survived by his wife Barbara; children: David “Lee” (Joy) of Cross Junction, VA, Dan of Bothell, WA, Sean of Seattle, WA, and Tim (Jennifer) of Snohomish, WA; 9 grandchildren: Kaitlin (Anthony) West, Emily (Alexander) Black, Erika, David M., Megan, Isabella, Logan, Amber, and Haley Hutchins; and 3 great-grandchildren Wyatt, Porter, and Jettson.

David R. was born in Spokane, grew up in Seattle, and graduated from Ballard High School. After high school he got hired at the Seattle School District initially performing custodial duties at Lincoln High School where he eventually met his wife, Barbara, of 59 years.  He enlisted in the ARMY National Guard in Battery B 1st Battalion from 1964 to 1969 in addition to balancing his school district job and young family.  Upon completion of his ARMY National Guard service, he went on to earn his Operator Engineer Boiler license, a school building heating requirement in those days, that ultimately led to a supervisory position that he held for most of his school district career.  After completing 30 years at the Seattle School District, he took on an instructional roll at the Seattle School District training center for 10 years before retiring. 

He enjoyed working on cars and going to car shows as well as travelling with his wife whether it be a cruise or flying to a new destination.

Visitation on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 9:30 a.m with Funeral Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church in Seattle.  Interment to follow at Holyrood Cemetery in Shoreline, WA.