David Francis Kennedy

Having moved to Vancouver from Winnipeg in 1966, Dave spent his years on the North Shore enjoying the many benefits of the local mountains and golf courses. He loved his adventures with friends and family on numerous ski and golf trips, including skiing his way through resorts in Europe, several back-country ski trips north of Pemberton, many winters working and skiing on Mt Seymour, ski racing, and flying down the bike trails of Mt Seymour and Banff with friends.

Dave spent nearly 40 years in the golf industry from his start at Seymour Golf and Country Club, a degree in Turf Management from Olds College in Alberta, Superintendent at Gorge Vale in Victoria, and ending with his long time service as the Superintendent of The Vancouver Golf Club. Among the highlights of Dave’s career was the Vancouver Golf Club’s hosting of the LPGA Canadian Pacific Women’s Open in 2012 and 2015. He was elected to the Board of the Northwest Turfgrass Association in 2016. Golfers, from weekenders to accomplished amateurs and professionals, have all enjoyed the benefits of Dave’s skills and passion for the sport and his course management.

Dave is pre-deceased by his parents, Don and Noreen Kennedy, and infant brother, Edward. He is survived by brothers John, Jim (Grace), Don (Susan), Rod (Paige), and Mike (Janet), along with numerous cherished nieces and nephews.

Sincere thanks to health and care staff at Lions Gate Hospital, Capilano Care Home, Evergreen and supporting care members on the North Shore for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lion’s Gate Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice, would be appreciated.

Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Dave’s life at Seymour Golf and Country Club on Sunday, January 20, at 2:00 pm. For more information, contact: [email protected] or [email protected] .

Dave will be greatly missed.

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