RANGER
PPCLI Coin 510
1937-03-25 – 2023-04-12
Age 86
Devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle. David passed peacefully on Wednesday in the company of his loving wife of 65 years, Judith O’Brien.
David was born in Montreal on March 25, 1937, to John and Mariam O’Brien.
David joined the Canadian army on his 17th birthday where he completed several postings to Europe and Cyprus, achieving the rank of Chief Warrant Officer. He retired after 27 years in the army, to move on to another very successful career in business, eventually building and running his own company. David was a natural people person and made many friends during his life. He will always be known as having a quick wit, a bright smile, and genuine care and compassion for others.
He is survived by his wife Judith, brother Jack (Anne), children Michael (Leah), James (Sharon), Karen and David (Jamie). Grandchildren Rebecca (Cory), Jessica (Ian), Brendan (Ashley), Braedan, Evan, Devon, Nicholas and Alex as well as many great-grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his sisters, Maureen and Irene, and his grandson Russell. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday 18 April 2023 at 14:00 in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Saanich, BC V8Y 1B4
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84399517906?pwd=RVJHZDdaMk4xckNRZ1lNZzY5K2NwUT09 In lieu of flowers, donations to Victoria Hospice or the Salvation Army are appreciated. Condolences may be offered to the family at:
McCall Gardens — Sequoia Centre
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