David Edward Spender

David Edward Spender, born May 9, 1941 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, died, peacefully, at Riverview Health Centre on January 8, 2016 with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Joan and son Stephen (Carmella, Daniel and Alyson), daughter, Janice (Tim, Jordan and Caitlyn), brother Gerald (Maureen), sister-in-law, Beryl, nephew, Bruce (Linda, Alyssa and Ashley, niece Carolin (Justina, Thomas, Mason). He was predeceased by his father, William, his mother, Doris, his father-in-law David, mother-in-law, Beatrice and his brother-in-law, Jim.

Dave worked as an accountant for a number of years until taking early retirement. Following his retirement he drove school bus for the River East School Division for 25 years. Dave also operated a home based Tax Preparation Business for over 40 years. When it was apparent that he would not be able to continue on with this Tax Business, he was very concerned about the many loyal clients that he has serviced over the years. Dave loved to travel and went on a number of cruises with his wife which they thoroughly enjoyed. The most memorable vacation was the one the whole family took to Jamaica in 2013. The good times shared on that trip, with the children and grand-children, will forever be in our hearts.

Many thanks to Dr. Crow and all the nursing staff at Riverview Health Centre for their compassionate care during David’s brief stay at their facility.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, January 18, 2016 at Klassen Funeral Home 1897 Henderson Hwy.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, on behalf of the family, to Riverview Health Centre and CancerCare Manitoba.