David C. Deane
June 9, 1952 - February 20, 2018
It is with much sadness in our hearts that we announce the death of David, beloved husband, step father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, uncle, great-uncle, cousin, and friend, who passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, February 20, 2018. Much love was bestowed on him as he passed peacefully into heaven after a brief illness. The suddenness of this tragic event caused deep shock and despair.
Left to cherish David’s memory are his wife Leslie; daughter Larissa; son-in-law Casey; grandson Zavyé; sister Lesley; brother Graham; sister-in-law Angela; brother-in-law Mark; nieces Lori (Bernie), Barb (Dave), Susan, Karen, and Amanda (Alex); nephews Alastair (Kate) and Simon (Natalie); as well as numerous cousins, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
David often stated how fortunate he was to meet the love of his life, Leslie, 35 years ago while he was working as an accountant at Grace Hospital. He affectionately called her “the bride” over all their 23 years of marriage. Their wedding took place in a Vickers Viscount aircraft at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada, one of the first ceremonies of its kind. It was a fitting venue given David’s family of pilots, including himself in his youth.
David enjoyed sports and grew up playing football. In adulthood he loved to golf with his buddies. He was also a car enthusiast and could tell you the make, model & year of any vehicle he saw.
For many years David was devoted to his border collie, Tar Knows, often taking him to stock dog trials in Canada and the United States.
We will greatly miss David’s larger than life personality and fun sense of humour, but most of all his huge heart. Family and friends were fortunate enough to experience David’s tremendous thoughtfulness and caring. An early retirement 13 years ago due to health allowed David to focus even more on his family, whom he loved dearly. “The Pickle” Larissa will always cherish all of the funny sayings, practical advice, big hugs and generosity she received from him. David was an awesome father-in-law to Casey and a loving DD to Zavyé.
A celebration of David’s life will take place on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue, followed by a reception.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Siloam Mission, 300 Princess Street, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M3.
Wojcik’s Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums,1020 Main Street, Winnipeg, 204.586.8668 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com