April 28, 1944 – July 29, 2020
To his family, his many friends, his former team mates, and his beloved Sole Brothers:
David (Dave) Thomas Athey, aged 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 29, 2020. Born and raised in Vancouver, Dave was a pioneer in the western Canadian seafood industry, founding Albion Fisheries Ltd. in 1963. With little more than a pickup truck, an unwavering commitment to quality and, as he often emphasized, “the best people the industry had to offer”, Albion grew into the largest seafood distributor in Western Canada.
Dave loved to travel, especially in the company of good friends and family with whom he was grateful to have shared many such experiences. Those who knew Dave knew of his kind heart, thoughtfulness, generosity and selfless devotion to those he held dear.
But above all, Dave was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His wife of 39 years, Jeanette, was the love of his life. He also found great joy in his grandchildren. Not just their Pappy, Dave was their teacher, playmate, number one fan and best friend.
And so, it is with the heaviest of hearts that we say goodbye to the man who will forever be our Favourite Dad, Happy Pappy, husband and dear friend.
Dave was preceded in death by his son David Jr. in 2013. He is survived by his wife Jeanette, brother Bob, sister Eldeen, daughters Deneen and Amanda, sons Bobby and Justin, his many grandchildren, and his bulldog George.
A small, private service will be held in remembrance of Dave. Livestreaming of the service will take place via: https://www.facebook.com/phil.fredette
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