He is survived by his wife Jo; his kids Glenn (Trina), Brodie, Jolene (Brad), Darren (Loana), Melissa (Ryan); his grandchildren Austin, Keilan, Mackenzie, Owen, Colton, Trenton, Olivia; brother Peter (Mary); and niece Carmel (Mike).
Dave had a passion for education, birding, and sports. He graduated from SFU in 2005 with a B.A. in General Studies. Dave's pride for his family was immeasurable.
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear."