Obituary of Donald Smith Pinkham

Donald Smith Pinkham, 79, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2014 at Sarah House in Santa Barbara. Donald was born February 15, 1935 in Santa Barbara CA,to Chesley and Catherine Pinkham. He retired from General Telephone after thirty one years of employment and later worked as Maintenance Director of Friendship Manor in Goleta for twenty years. Donald enlisted in the Army Reserve, with his brothers alongside him, and served for 12 years from the age of 18 to 30. Don was an avid and skilled fisherman, known to many at Lake Cachuma, anglers and employees alike. His love of fishing brought him to the lake so often that the snack shack even named a lunch special after him. Donald spent his entire life in Santa Barbara and greatly enjoyed serving his community. He coached Youth Football League and Youth Basketball League for many years and loved working and serving the youth, providing them with guidance and encouragement. Donald is survived by his wife, Audrey (Neal) Pinkham, Daughter, Sandra Robinson, Son, Andrew Pinkham, Stepdaughter, Gloria Garnet, Stepson, David Nelson, Brother Nelson Pinkham and Brother, Milton Pinkham, and his three grandsons; Daniel, Timothy, and Christopher. A memorial service honoring his life will be held Monday, August 4th at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 2107 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sarah House, 2612 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara 93105. Arrangements entrusted to McDermott-Crockett Mortuary (805) 569-2424.