David Corbett, a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, returned to his Heavenly Father on March 23, 2026.

He was born in 1937, the oldest child of DeWayne and Phyllis Corbett, and was raised in South Gate, California, with his three brothers Ron, Steve and Russ.

David went on a mission for the LDS church in Argentina and Chile, becoming fluent in Spanish. He returned and graduated from Brigham Young University, and there met his beautiful wife Kathy.

David and Kathy moved to Goleta in 1969, where they raised their five children Michelle, Mark, Kevin, Kimberly and Jennifer.

David was a teacher at Goleta Valley Junior High for many years, teaching math and Spanish.

He was a kind, gentle and loving father. He was a very fun grandpa, and loved playing with and supporting his nine grandchildren Samantha, Jaron, Shane, Hayden, Joshua, Taylor, Kendall, Nicole and Kaylin.

David was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served faithfully for many years. In their later years, David and Kathy served in the Los Angeles Temple which was a joy to them.

They were married for 60 years on earth and are together for eternity.

He is now at peace and having a wonderful reunion with his wife, granddaughter, parents and brother.

David’s memorial service was held at the LDS chapel in Goleta on April 7.