Peacefully on October 9, 2019 at Extendicare Hamilton in his 86th year. Predeceased by his wife Helen. Loving father of Sandra (Krys) and Paul. Cherished grandfather of Leeanna. David was retired from Stelco after 45 years. He was a devoted Ancaster Firefighter Department Volunteer for 28 years and stayed involved in the pyrotechnics community until he was 80 years old. Special thank you to the staff at Extendicare Hamilton. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive friends at CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, 322 Fennell Ave. E., on Saturday, October 19th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum or Addiction Research Foundation would be greatly appreciated.