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Kathryn uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, December 2, 2023
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Mitchell Childs lit a candle
Saturday, December 2, 2023
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Cynthia posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
In memory of your love and kindness,
Always,
Cynthia
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Cynthia uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Kathryn posted a condolence
Thursday, April 13, 2023
While we continue to honour David's memory on all days, April 13th is the marking of his "Life Day." This year we would have been raising our glasses to wish him well on his 65th journey around the Sun.
For me, the Life Day is still the most important Day...as it is the day that brought "Our David" into this world. I wouldn't have known him without it.
So, on every April 13th, I will always be celebrating his life and feel grateful for the brief time I was able to spend with him.
And so, Good Sir...
Hip hip hooray!!
Hip hip hooray!!
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Kathryn uploaded photo(s)
Friday, December 2, 2022
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Because no one knows where you are, how near or how far.
Shine on, David.
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Mitchell Childs lit a candle
Friday, December 2, 2022
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Cynthia Douglas Childs uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 1, 2022
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You will go on….
In the whisper of a breeze
In the scent of a wildflower
In the ripple of lake waters
On the wings of an Eagle
and in a pine trees sway.
You will go on in each of your photographs
Those cherished images taken from your souls view
You will go on in the memory of dusty roads always taken
“Because they were there”
You will go on in the memory of your laughter
Your kindness toward others, your quiet and humble way.
You will go on because you loved and loved well.
From my heart to your soul,
Thank you for the gift of you, David
Love always,
Cynthia
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Kathryn posted a condolence
Thursday, December 2, 2021
Today I am reminded of the darkness and tragedy of losing our David, four years ago. While my heart continues to mourn this loss, I will always feel blessed that I once had this beautiful soul in my life.
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Cynthia Douglas uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 2, 2021
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Mitchell Childs lit a candle
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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Cynthia Douglas uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
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Kathryn Leadbeater posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
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One of my favorite memories of David involves him showing me a set of speakers he had -- he turned them up very loud and played the song "Time" by Pink Floyd. As the song started, with all the alarms and clocks -- it (as the song does) continued to build and build -- we were both like children, "giddy" with excitement, as it was sounding so amazing on these speakers -- we both knew what was coming -- the crescendo -- David (during the build-up) made the comment, "...and it hasn't even kicked in yet." -- it was one of those moments of pure music revelation and admiration. It doesn't matter how often you've heard the song Time, when you are with a Fellow Floydian, the appreciation of their sound cannot be overstated.
"Ticking away the moments that make up a dull day
Fritter and waste the hours in an offhand way
Kicking around on a piece of ground in your home town
Waiting for someone or something to show you the way" ~~ Dark Side of the Moon, Pink Floyd
There was never going to be enough time, but there will always be enough love, enough light, and enough sun. David, you taught me how to be a better listener, more patient, humble, and -- quite simply -- a better person. Thank you for showing me the way. ~~Until we meet again~~
"Say not in grief, 'He is no more,' but in thankfulness that He was."
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Cynthia Douglas uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
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Mitchell Childs lit a candle
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
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Thursday, March 29, 2018
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Ken hatcher posted a condolence
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Lin and I were so sad to hear of Dave’s (Charlie) passing. I have fond memories of Dave and I starting our apprenticeship together at Westlands and IMP. We had such good times in our local pubs in Yeovil and also get togethers in Nova Scotia prior to Lin and I returning to Yeovil.
Rest in Peace Dave. Our thoughts are with Cindy and your family.
Love Ken and Linda Hatcher
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Roger Buckland posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
We were so sad to hear the news of David. Are thoughts are with his family in England and Canada.
Fond memories of visiting our cousins home in Yeovil for tea when we were all much younger also Jacques, David and their Mother and Father Jim & Olive visiting Burl Farm.
With love
Roger & Caroline
England
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Jacques, Dave and Ben lit a candle
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
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We light this candle in memory of a much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. David will be remembered for his sense of humour (wiggling his ears for the youngest family members, playing on words and seeing the humour in everyday life), his quiet wisdom, courage through adversity and his love of the natural world. We are grateful for the time spent with him in Canada, for the opportunity we had to meet Cindy, Millie and his Canadian family and for the assurance that he was in good hands. We are grateful for sharing his life in Canada with all it's beauty. David was at one with nature - he will be remembered through the beauty of the sea and lakes, the beaver and the sound of the Loon, autumnal trees and starlit skies. You are at peace now David. Much love as always, Jacques, Dave and Ben xxx
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john buckland posted a condolence
Monday, December 11, 2017
Our thoughts are with cousin David's family at this sad time.
much love,
John and Cathryn
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Katherine lit a candle
Friday, December 8, 2017
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Fond memories of a much loved uncle that will always be treasured.
Much love, always.
Katherine
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Dad and Tina lit a candle
Friday, December 8, 2017
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Dad and Tina wholeheartedly endorse the sentiments expressed by Cindy in the obituary to David Ernest Childs. We wish to extend our thanks to Cindy and her family for their love and care given to David during the years he lived in Canada, the country he loved so much. So many happy memories of a much loved Son taken too soon. Rest in Peace David in your lovely Canada.
Love Dad and Tina xx
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John and Rose Robins posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2017
We are very sad to hear the news of Dave's passing, he was a great friend and remember the times in Yeovil during the 80's and 90's.
Our deepest condolences to all the family.
John and Rose Robins
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Colin Wills posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Such sad news. Great memories of Dave from back home in Yeovil, our early years in Nova Scotia and working life at IMP Aerospace. Will be sadly missed. - condolences to his family. Special thoughts to his father Jim who I worked with back in the EXP department in Westland helicopters.
Colin & Penny Wills & family.
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Neil Hicks posted a condolence
Thursday, December 7, 2017
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing, he'll be sadly missed.
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Tom Allen posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Dave , you were a great coworker and friend, IMP is not going to be the same without your smiling face God bless good buddy !
Tom Allen
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Peter Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Very sad news of David's passing.
I have some very fond memories from the 1980's hanging out with David in and around Yeovil here in England.
My deepest condolences to all his close family and friends.
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Kathryn Leadbeater posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Where do I begin?
I have to start by thanking this noble man for teaching me how to be a better person. Above all else, David was a gentle and kind soul. An incredible listener, David always came from a place of love and respect.
Over the years we developed an extremely strong bond that I will cherish for the rest of my days. Despite all of my flaws, David always opened his home and his heart to me, providing the reassurance that I would always have a soft place to fall.
David and I shared a profound love of music. We had both experienced many live performances and had numerous stories to share with each other about such life changing times. We both idolized many musicians, but at our core was a shared infatuation for the music of Pink Floyd. We could talk for hours about their extensive music library and enjoyed listening to their songs through his vast collections of speakers and sound systems. This brought us even closer together with a mutual respect for each other's ideas and opinions, while having to agree to disagree from time to time.
David was a highly intelligent person, always learning new things and taking on new roles (mechanic, plumber, chef, musician, and of course, photography). I admired his persistence in creating projects for himself to try and master whatever he was taking an interest in. He was a wealth of knowledge and was very practical; everything he did had purpose.
Although David was very soft spoken, his chosen words were insightful and gave me a new perspective. He inspired me to take more time to enjoy life's beauty and appreciate the amazing people that are within my small circle, not taking one moment with them for granted.
To be fortunate enough to have played a small role in his life is a gift I will take with me to the end. With his eternal support and guidance, I will continue to strive to be a more courteous and loving person. He has taught me how to be more respectful, selfless and a better listener to my fellow man.
David would display other lessons through his own gracious and compassionate nature. Most importantly, he showed everyone what it meant to be a strong, respectful, and chivalrous man. His dedication to my Mother and their true love is an inspiration for myself and all others. We could all learn from them what it means to be fiercely loyal and have an unwavering commitment to the one you love. They made every second count, as they were both acutely aware of the treasure they found in each other, upon the day they first met. They enclosed themselves with an impenetrable wall; protecting each other from the sometimes cold and harsh nature of the world in which we reside. The purity and strength of their bond will never be broken, in life or in death.
I can only hope that I find my own true love one day, and experience just a fraction of what my Mother and David had, a love that will endure all things.
Thank you David, for being my Step-Father. You will live in my heart as a man I can always look up to and proudly call my best friend.
Our hearts are broken as we all continue to mourn such a tragic loss.
I love you David,
From your strongest ally,
Kathryn
"How I wish, How I wish you were here."~ Pink Floyd
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Darlene and Joe Garden West St Andrews posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Deepest sympathy to Dave’s family
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Matthew Blois posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
On behalf of the entire membership of Unifor local 2215 I wish to extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences for your loss. Dave was a much respected and appreciated member of the local and his co workers are deeply saddened by his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time.
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Troy lit a candle
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
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