Mr. Compton

David Compton, 74, died on May 2, 2024 of Lewy body dementia.

He was born on Jan. 14, 1950, in Burnet. David had resided in Big Spring, Austin, Lockhart, Lampasas, San Marcos, and Denver, Colorado.

David attended Austin’s Lanier High School. He received a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Texas at Austin, and later an Associate Degree in Nursing from Austin Community College. He then earned certification in wound and ostomy care from MD Anderson Hospital in Houston.

David read and traveled extensively. He loved to “people watch,” and his skills of observation of mannerisms and behaviors were remarkable. He also was a writer, and a staunch and vocal supporter of animal welfare. He helped many a turtle cross the road and any animal (or insect) to safety if he found one in jeopardy.

As he grew older, David admitted he preferred the company of animals to that of people. He became a rescuer and adopter of more than 21 cats and dogs.

Survivors include his wife, Katherine of Austin; daughter, Lindsay Compton (husband Rick Yarbrough) of Bend, Oregon; niece, Atesha Compton of Salem, Virginia; nephews Chris Compton of Leander and William Lansford of Jonesboro, Texas.

David was preceded in death by his father, Tommy Joe “TJ” Compton; his mother, Maxine Compton; stepmother, Dorothy Compton; brother, Robert Compton; sister, Suzanne Compton Lansford; and nieces Leanne Compton and Jennifer Compton.

No services are planned. Donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the ASPCA, Alzheimer’s Association or Lewy Body Dementia Association.