David Allen Richdale Obituary (1937 - 2026)

David Allen Richdale, well known Seattle Attorney, passed in peace July 2026. Dave, who was loved by all who knew him, came from humble beginnings growing up in the Greenlake/Latona area of Seattle. He attended Lincoln High School and University of Washington where he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity, studying law. He started his own practice with Mike Hoff, from which grew the firm Treece, Richdale, Malone, Corning and Abbott, practicing law in Ballard for almost 45 years. Married to Pamela for 45 years. Dave’s life was rich in every way imaginable. He was a prolific boater, fisherman, outdoorsman, skier, wood worker, and talented singer who loved to throw the best party and be the consummate host. His family is saddened at the loss of this truly generous, kind, intelligent man, who will be always fondly remembered. He is survived by his adoring wife Pamela, children Victoria (husband Alan), David (wife Karen), Shannon (husband Brian), Peter (wife Cassie), and grandkids Tori, Ronni, Sammy, Raelynn (fiancé Casey), Olivia, and great grandchild Lakelynn. Brookside Funeral Home & Crematory is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.