Condolence: Sheelagh.

We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We have so many memories of good times at the curling club. murray had such a good relationship with Dave at Ford especially when he was Murray's boss and after both retired Murray enjoyed golfing with Dave and the gang. Our thoughts are with you.

Love Murray & Barb Muldoon

Condolence: Sheelagh:

Sue and I were sorry to hear of Dave's passing.

We smiled, though, when we recalled the fun visits to Florida with you both before Dave's retirement.

Greig Holder

Condolence: We are sorry for your loss, and we will miss Dave swinging a golf club with our group.
Skyway Seniors Recreation Club

Condolence: Sheelagh, Brian and Mardi

Myself,Jerome and our childred were saddened when Rose shared with us the news of Dave's passing. We recalled your visit to our home in Carbonear on that beautiful summer's day. Dave was so full of life relaying on to us his many funny memories that he shared with Joe. That was a great visit, lots of laughter. His spirit will live forever. Our thoughts are with you.

Condolence: Sheelagh,

I have been thinking about you since I heard the sad news of Dave's death. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I understand that Dave was sick for some time. I am sure that you take comfort from the fact that he is now free from pain and at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Dave rest in peace.

Condolence: To: Sheelagh, Rev. Brian, and Mardi
I am writing this both to say good-bye, and, to pay
tribute to a close friend; your husband,father and father-in-law. When you informed me of Dave's passing,
Sheelagh,the sorrow that I felt right at that instant was overwhelming. Yet,I should have been somewhat prepared for such news as your reports of his declining health over these past severai months offered little hope that he would live much longer.

As you know,I have known Dave for over a quarter of a century,starting way back in 1990 when he and my Brother were endeavouring to cut through the enormous challenges that are required of those who have undergone heart transplant surgery. During that time, and, since, I came to know him to the extent that,today I can refer to him as "friend".

Someone has said that the measure of one's worth is not in what one possesses, but, in who he is, and how he lives his life. Those words can be aptly applied to Dave. His values and standards were on the highest level and, he lived up to them daily. I knew him to be unpretentious and sincere. He valued highly, and, was devoted to: his family, his friends, and, his work ethic - even in retirement his love for, and his loyalty to,the people with whom he worked would show itself whenever the opportunity to do so arose. From my viewpoint,Dave was never one "to inflict pain" -the mark of a true gentleman,it is said. Indeed, he was a gentleman. He wasn't lacking in the social graces, and, his pleasant demeanor made his presence welcome among those with whom he associated.

Dave's interests were many,but, most people would remember him for his great singing ability. He had a powerful voice that would improve every singing event of which he partook. Even his last words to me were in the form of a song, as, still very sick, he sang out "Happy Birthday" to me via phone just a couple of months ago. This was the Dave whom I knew, and whom I will miss.

Some months after transplant surgery Dave was reflecting on his own " mortality " and remarked to me that he would be grateful to be able to live for another ten years. In the same breath ,though, he hastened to add, calmly, that he would accept whatever Fate had in store for him. As we all know, God saw fit to allow him more than twice that long _ a blessing for which he was always grateful.

When I think of Dave and his attitude towards living and dying, I am reminded of the following poem by H.G. Spafford with which Dave, himself,would, I am sure, identify:
When peace,like a river,attendeth my way;
When sorrows like sea billows roll
Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say,
It is Well, It is Well with my Soul

That Dave has attained the completion of joy and peace is unquestionable.He is now reaping the rewards awaiting a "good and faithful servant"

To you,Rev.Brian, to Mardi, and, especially to you,. Sheelagh, I extend my most heartfelt condolences.
I pray that the presence of God's spirit, in a healing way,will help you all as you adjust to the absence of your loved-one in your lives.

Dave, you are now a part of our memories. Be at peace. Rest in God's Embrace.

Condolence: Remembering all our good times together with Roger and Pierrette Mayall, and sending condolences to Sheelagh. My thoughts are with you.