David Ashby Whiting's Obituary
David Ashby Whiting, MD aged 86, renowned dermatologist and expert in alopecia, died peacefully at his home on February 19, 2018, surrounded by his loving family. Born and educated in South Africa followed by the United Kingdom, David qualified as a medical doctor at age 22; he and his family relocated to Dallas in 1977. David’s professional life mirrored that of his personal life with a zest for learning, a quick wit, and an amazing depth of understanding and intellectual curiosity. As a practicing dermatologist much loved in the community, he amassed a sizable curriculum vita, and over his lengthy career achieved international recognition while earning 10 medical degrees and qualifications from three different countries including a PhD. He was an active member of the medical and academic community until the age of 86—attending and presenting at conferences, editing, reviewing, and publishing scientific books and over 115 peer reviewed articles and book chapters. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was married to his soul mate, Harriet, for 45 years. Between them, they brought five children to the marriage: three from his prior marriage and two from hers. He loved and treated them all equally. He was gregarious, witty, quick with a pun. He never met someone with whom he couldn’t talk and laugh. Jazz, dancing, theatre, classical music, fine wine, and bridge with close friends filled his free hours with his beloved wife Harriet. He was loved by many and will be sorely missed. His memorial service will be held at 1:30 pm on Thursday February 22nd, at Stern Chapel at Temple Emanuel, 8500 Hillcrest Ave, Dallas, TX, 75225.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the North American Hair Research Society (http://nahrs.org/OpportunitiesForSupport.aspx) or the SPCA of Texas (https://www.spca.org/) (David loved dogs.)
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