David and we first met at a pre-sales event for the townhouse complex we are living in.  At it turned out, we all purchased a unit in this complex and both moved in sometime 2004.  So we became neighbours.  

Very soon we found David EXTREMELY knowledgeable about a vast range of things and his entire family SUPER trustworthy.  When we are away, we always leave our keys with them. They have a compact, sturdy cardboard carton with our names on it to collect our mail.  We still have the carton after all these years and now we'll treasure it even more. 

David was elected president of our strata council in 2004/05 and left this position only recently.  Over these 20+ years he had saved our strata thousands of $.  How?  By doing almost all the regular maintenance work of our strata himself.   All as a volunteer, unpaid. He repaired the porch steps; reinstalled front gates; replaced units' exterior lights (often even before the unit owners themselves became aware of the lighting problem).  He also fixed many owners' maintenance problems inside their units: broken door lock; plugged drains.  A complete list of his good work would 
easily use up the entire 2,000 characters allowed here.

David would often come to our unit to fix things and then stayed to chat about all kinds of things.  On occasion his family would phone him on his cell and ask if he ever intended to go home.  So he would leave.  Until next time, that is.  

We don't have photos to remember David by, but when we walk  around this townhouse complex we see David's handprint on all the work he had done, both inside and outside the units.  And so we think of  David, everyday.

So David, you are always in our memory.  And we are forever indebted to you for your kindness; you decency; and above all, your abundant human spirit.  Goodbye and take good good care, every step of the way.

And to Marian and their 2 boys:  On this new year's eve for 2026, we wish you all the very best of the very best.  Always & always.

I had the joy of working with David for many years. A kind mentor, most entertaining deskmate, top-notch personal shopper, supreme coconut bun pusher, and most of all a wonderful friend. 

His love for his family was always apparent as he spoke with great affection about Marian and their boys.

I'm attaching my favorite David pic where he was  trying to convince us to attend a ZZ Top concert (though he himself was not going) and was showing us how to "rock out".  

David, you were amazing!

Tribute to David

Marian worked at Pangea for over 24 years, and not only was she one of our most cherished employees, but her husband David was one of our favourite spouses. As our annual Christmas dinner approached each year, my wife Teresa would always say, “I sure am looking forward to talking with David.”

When the evening came, if the seat next to David was open, Teresa would be sure to sit there, eager to hear his funny, intriguing and heartfelt stories from his days working at the CBSA.  His gift for storytelling was always one of the highlights of our Christmas gatherings.

For me, I admired the close-knit bond of their family—Marian, David, Ryan, and Nathan. Through Marian’s stories, we felt like we shared in the boys’ growing-up years—their various interests (Lego!), their education, and eventually their successful careers. Marian and David were soft and loving as parents, yet firm and always united.

Our hearts break for the loss of David and for the sorrow their family must bear. Throughout life, we meet many people, but only some leave a lasting impression that stays with us. For Teresa and me, that was David.

We love you Marian, Patty and Teresa

The executive and membership of the Canada Border Services Agency Retiree’s Association (CBSA RA) extends our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and associates of our departed colleague.

David's dedicated service to Canada and the CBSA and its legacy organizations will always be remembered.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

I recall meeting David in the late eighties, we work together many times during our careers - as Customs Officers assigned to special enforcement operations and as Investigators.  Socially, we got together at many group gatherings; including a cruise / travel adventure to LA.       
We will always value those memories.

I remember Uncle Dave as truly sincere, down-to-earth, and warm-hearted. He would always joke around and would make our family gatherings so lively. We would have good laughs about the mutual people that we know from my workplace.
Thank you Uncle Dave for all the warm memories! You will be greatly missed! May you rest in peace.

Uncle Dave, you’ll be deeply missed — your laughter, your warmth, and your presence will never be forgotten. Thank you for the memories, and the good times you gave us. Our family gatherings won’t be the same without you, but your spirit will always be with us. RIP

Our hearts are broken for we lost a dear soul. We will miss Dave’s kind, generous, uplifting being. Thanks for all the laughs you brought to our family, you will be sorely missed. Forever in our hearts.

I am very sorry for your loss.  Although I work in Toronto, our paths crossed many times as we worked for the CBSA.  I was blessed to have met David and share many laughs! Truly a beautiful soul taken too early.

I’m deeply sad that you never got to meet your great-niece, Evelyn. As much as you were such a loving and caring uncle to me, I know you would have been just as amazing of a great uncle to her. I will tell her all about you when she grows older, so she knows the kind of person you were and how much you meant to all of us. We will never forget you—you’ll always live on in our hearts.

One of my favorite memories of Uncle Dave was from my wedding day. He was the one who cut the pig for us—a role that felt so fitting, because everyone in the family knew him as the chef, the one who made every gathering feel special with his food. Later, I heard that his hand hurt afterward, but in true Uncle Dave fashion, he never complained. He did it with love, making sure everyone was happy and had a piece of the pig to enjoy.

David, I met you since 1992 when I joined the Agency. It's always a pleasure to have known you. We always had a good chat about work and families at work and social gatherings. You are dearly missed. Rest in peace.

Thank you for being MC at my wedding.  I will miss you.  
Rest in peace.

Look at that handsome guy in the white suit!

On your big day, buddy!  Thank you for asking me to be your groomsmen.  It was an honour. It was one of your happiest days. You have been a good friend and I will always hold that close to my heart.

David,

A decent man.
A devoted husband and father.
A sincere friend to many.
A good person who deserved better.
No more pain and sufferings.
May you rest in peace.
May you continue looking after your dear family from up above.

Ada and Glen

OBITUARY

Mr. David Chi Kwong Ng

4 June, 1963 – 8 October, 2025

Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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