Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of a wonderful husband, Dad and Grandad, David Less. David, born December 10, 1932 in London, England, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022, in Kelowna, B.C. at the age of 89. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Loretta “Lori”; son, Adam, daughter-in-law, Monica, grandchildren Siara and Landon; daughter, Keli, son-in-law, Robin, step granddaughter Karolane; and his remaining family in England, sister, Moni, brother-in-law Monty, nieces Yvonne and Collette, and their families. He was predeceased by his father, Alfred; mother, Frances; brother, Sammy; and his sister June.
David will be missed greatly, and lovingly remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his story-telling, creativity, silly jokes, kind heart, great smile, and of course, his beautiful poetry.
There is a place I know where fields are green
Where nature’s beauty decorates the scene
Where all God’s creatures live in harmony
As God above intended it to be.
There is a place I know where no one’s poor
Where everyone is rich by nature’s law
Where every day the sun shines clear and bright
And peace reigns over every starry night.
There is a place I know where I’m content
Devoid of sin with nothing to repent
Where everything is happiness to find
There is a place, but only in my mind.
Yet even so, it is a place to share
So come, just close your eyes and join me there.
- David Allen Less
At night I gaze into the skies
And see with sheer delight
The stars, those everlasting eyes
Of scintillating light.
They form a cloak of beauty
A cloak so old and rare
As if it was their duty
To stand sentinel there.
When I die, be it near or far
And lose my earthly ties,
I’ll reincarnate as a star,
My home will be the skies.
- David Allen Less
Our family wishes to express gratitude to the staff on 4 East at Kelowna General Hospital for their care and support.
There will be no service as requested by David. Condolences may be sent to the family at [email protected].
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