David Lawrence Ragozin

David Lawrence Ragozin of Seattle passed away peacefully on October 25 at the age of 83. David is survived by his beloved partner Marilyn Charlat Dix. He also leaves behind his children Michael (Sarah) and Dylan (Harriet) Ragozin; his quasi-children Alisa and Michael (Denise) Dix; his grandchildren Charlotte, Isla, Liora, Noam, and Aleza Ragozin; and quasi-grandchildren Merce Lemon, Orla Pierce, Nathaniel and Julian Dix.

David was born in the shadow of Ebbets Field and raised in Manhattan, graduating from the New Lincoln School. He later earned his bachelor’s degree from Reed College and his Doctorate in Mathematics from Harvard University. David was a professor emeritus in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Washington. 

David loved art, theater and photography; hiking, walking and the outdoors; singing Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger and quoting William Butler Yeats. He was a passionate learner and storyteller, enriching the lives of everyone he encountered with enthusiastic conversation. And most of all, David cared deeply about others.

A celebration of David’s life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, consider honoring David’s lifelong dedication to helping others by making a donation to your favorite cause.