Former Enumclaw resident David Caton died April 29, 2014, in Sahuarita, Ariz., following a battle with cancer.

He was born Aug. 12, 1942, in West Seattle to the late Ernest Caton and the late Marjorie Kantner. He spent most of his adult life in Enumclaw and retired from the Enumclaw School District after many years of service in the maintenance department. Traveling was one of his favorite things, especially cruises. He loved anything to do with boating, mostly spending time in the San Juan Islands. He was an avid pickleball player and enjoyed golf, hiking and rock hounding. Some of the best times of his life were spent on the beach at Kayak Point, Wash. He also enjoyed his volunteer work with the Sahuarita Police Department.

He is survived by wife Susan Caton; daughters Tracee Romine and husband Andy and Jennifer Caton; stepdaughters Kelly Hines and Kris Prince; brother Gerald Caton; and five grandchildren.

A memorial service is planned for 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the Emerald Hills Clubhouse, 14727 43rd Ave. N.E., Marysville, Wash.