David Scott Haskins

"I'll see you on the flipside."

So begins the story of David Scott Haskins, 68, who passed away in Roseburg, Oregon, on January 18, 2023, with his family by his side. He was born in Wichita, Kansas, the oldest son of Richard (Dick) and Noreen (nee Walker) Haskins. The family, with his younger brother (James) Kent, moved to Bakersfield, CA in 1961, when Dave was 7.

He graduated from South High School in 1972, known as an accomplished swimmer, whose records were only broken by his nephew many years later. He graduated from San Jose State with a bachelor's in Criminal Justice, proceeding his career in law enforcement.

He met and married the love of his life, Kathy Burns on June 10, 1978, and together they had one daughter, Jenna, the light of his life.

Dave fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming a police officer when he joined the Bakersfield Police Department in 1976. He was known as an adrenaline junkie who enjoyed car chases, the night shift and patrol. During his career, he was promoted to sergeant, worked Robbery-Homicide, and became a lieutenant- the rank he retired as in 2005. Patrol was always his favorite!

Dave, Kathy and Jenna enjoyed camping and RV'ing with friends and family alongside dogs Molly and Sarge, and later, cat Boo, particularly spending time along the west coast chasing the most perfect sunsets. Dave and Jenna spent many weekends shooting at the range, shared a love and passion for firearms and authors, often exchanging books through the years. Later in life, Dave enjoyed collecting bourbon with son-in-law, Tom, and enjoyed sipping bourbon in front of a campfire, or spending Wednesday nights with their friends line dancing and enjoying the comradery and stories around a fire.

Dave was proceeded in death by his parents Dick and Noreen Haskins, father-in-law Bob Burns and brother-in-law Mike Burns. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Kathy, daughter Jenna (Tom) Maloney, grandchildren Brittnee and Branson Maloney, brother Kent (Gwen) Haskins, mother-in-law Rexie Burns, sister-in-law Kim (Mark) Maxwell, brother-in-law Robert (Kristy) Burns, nieces Sandra (Brandon) Nabors and Kaitlynn (Beau) Larimer, nephews James (Jeana) Haskins and Brian (Taylar) Haskins as well as great-nephews Aiden Larimer and Jameson Haskins.

A Celebration of Life has been planned for March 12, 2023, at the Winston Community Center at 4:00PM in Winston, Oregon. A dinner will follow, catered by his favorite Mexican restaurant.

Yes Dave, we'll see you on the flipside.