David passed away peacefully, with family by his side. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Joyce, children Robert (Rose), Bruce (Karen), Diana (Arch) and Lynn, grandchildren, Cameron, Nick, Jennifer, Michelle, Meghan,Melissa, Guy and Brennan and sisters-in-law, Pam Sinclair and Dot as well as many nieces and nephews and extended family in Victoria, Port Angeles and England. Predeceased by his
only sister, Olivia.
Born in Wallasey, Cheshire, David started his military career in the British Army/Navy and then transferred to the Canadian Navy as an electrician in 1951. He completed 25 years of service out of Halifax, Victoria and Churchill and many voyages around the Pacific. David retired from the Navy as Chief Petty Officer,
and continued his career with the Canadian Coast Guard and later the Sooke School District.
Dad had a love of gardening, his dogs, tinkering in his workshop, and was a lifelong practical joker. He loved water fights, which led to an annual family tradition at their Highlands.
We will miss the fun, rest in peace Sparky.
