David Clifford McMurray

He leaves behind his devoted wife Joan, married 45 years, she was the love of his life . They shared many adventures travelling the world. Joans care , love and devotion enabled Dave to see 97 wonderful years.

His loved his children unconditionally, son Fred and his darling daughter Kathryn (Dave) and beloved grand daughter Sara( Steve) he also has extended family in Wales and England. Their blended family included Joans children , daughter Shelley ( Paul) and their daughter Julie, and son Mike (Pam) and their son Craig.

Dave was born in Fort Mc Leod, AB June 6, 1922 to parents James and Elizabeth , he was one of five children. He enlisted in the Canadian Army July 2, 1939 - 1945. He served with the 6 th field company, Royal Canadian Engineers, upon returning to Canada he continued with the Army until 1964 when he was honourably released and then worked for Public Works, head of Central Audit Section Government of Canada until his retirement in 1977.

His three brothers, Leslie, Jess and Lou also enlisted and served in WW2. Les made the ultimate sacrifice and was killed in Italy. Dave and Joan made several trips back to Europe for memorial services as well as to visit his brothers grave in Italy.

In 2017 he was awarded the Legion d ‘ Honour acknowledging his participation in the 1944 campaign to liberate France . He was extremely proud of his military service and was a very proud Canadian.

He supported the Trans Canada Trail as a trail building supporter dedicated to preserving and conserving the natural grandeur of Canada for all people to enjoy now and beyond tomorrow.

Dave was a man of true integrity, and wisdom, he was kind, gentle, generous and loving , his will be truly loved and always missed.

The family is very grateful to all the staff at Lynn Valley Life Care for their care of Dave over the past year.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.firstmemorialnorthvancouver.com for the McMurray family.