Richard Easton Densmore of Carpinteria passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, December 16th at the age of 79. He was born on September 12, 1945, in Tacoma, Washington where he grew up on American Lake with his parents, Jane and Edgar Densmore, and sister Suzie and brother Eddie. Rich was active in his Jr. High Youth group where he met the love of his life, Pamela Darling. They began dating and remained connected while Rich served in the Navy from 1967 to 1972 as an electronics technician radar seaman. He was decorated with a National Defence Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal (3 stars), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal of Device, and a Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon. When Rich was discharged from service, Pam proposed to Rich with the words, “Don’t you think it’s time” which led to an elopement in August 1972.
In 1974, Pam and Rich relocated to Santa Barbara, where they began their family. Four years later, in 1978, they moved to Carpinteria. Rich initially worked for his brother-in-law, Tony, at A & G Import Auto in Goleta. He then transitioned to a role as an electromechanical assembler at Pneu Devices Inc. Eventually, he contributed to the founding of Pacific Design Technologies, where he played a key role in developing cooling systems for major aerospace projects, including the Mars Rover. Over his 40+ year career, Rich formed many lifelong friendships.
He was actively involved in Carpinteria Community Church, where he has been a member since Pam was hired as a preschool teacher at Kinderkirk in 1978. Rich took great joy in attending his children’s sporting events and later became his grandchildren’s biggest supporter during their activities. He cherished hosting BBQs for family and friends and enjoyed sharing beers with his loved ones.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jane and Edgar Densmore, and his brother-in-law Tony Richardson.
He is survived by his wife Pam Densmore, sister Sue Richardson, brother Ed (Connie), daughter Andrea Edmondson (Lance), sons Jeff (Lindsey) and Matt (Christina), grandchildren Corina, Aubrey, Olivia, Ava, Lyla, Easton, and Monroe, nephews Mike (Bridget) and Scott (Tara) Richardson, Mike Densmore, niece Krista Gordon (Ryan).
The family would like to thank our friends and family for their support and prayers, as well as Rich’s doctors, nurses, and caregivers for the care and compassion they showed him during his courageous battle with cancer.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life at Carpinteria Community Church on starting at 10 February 1st, 2025 , with a reception to follow.
Instead of flowers, please consider making a donation to Carpinteria Community Church in Rich's honor. Additionally, in his memory, buy a friend a beer.
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