Proud native of Verdun, David also spent many of his formative years in Pointe-Sainte-Charles and Little Burgundy. All three neighbourhoods inspired his many plays and other writings. Best known for the hit “Balconville”, The Canadian Encyclopedia describes Fennario’s early work as “...naturalistic dramas in grimy factories, smoky taverns or decaying tenements, where he realistically depicted ordinary labourers who struggled against the economic imbalance that existed between management and workers.”
He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth, his sons Joel, Thomas, and Joseph as well as his granddaughter Sasha.
He will also be deeply missed by his siblings Virgina, Janice, and James as well as other relatives, friends, and comrades. He was predeceased by his sisters Peggy Anne and Sarah as well as his parents James Wiper and Margaret Kerr, all of whom he loved dearly.
The family will receive condolences from 2pm-until 4:30pm on September 30th, followed by a celebration of life for close friends and family from 5pm-6pm at the Résidences funéraires Laurent Thériault (510 Rue de l'Église, Verdun, QC H4G 3E4).
Donations to BGC Dawson or Toujours Ensemble would be appreciated in lieu of flowers.
