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05/27/1930
DIED
07/14/2014
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Hugh Davidson Obituary
Memories and Condolences
for Hugh Davidson
14 Entries
May 4, 2015
I met Hugh when he was Cultural Officer at the Canadian High (circa 19 79-80)Commission in London. Hugh in his numerous duties was instrumental in arranging wonderful concerts at Canada House London which gave pleasure to many. May Hugh's joie de vivre always remain a blessing to Family and Friends
Shalom
Gerald A. Franks
42a Hanover Gate Mansions
Park Rd London NW1 4SN
UK
September 10, 2014
I never will forget the good times I had with Hugh in the Netherlands. Yes Hugh i am your friend forever !!
Klaus
( Nieuwegein in the Netherlands
September 10, 2014
Hugh ,
what a fine character , person and friend you been to me . I will miss your words " Klaus you are my friend "
Yes Hugh we are friends forever!!
Betty Wright
September 10, 2014
Having been away from Victoria for several weeks, I was deeply saddened to learn about Hugh's passing only yesterday. He was a very special human being! I will never forget his kindness and generosity during the time that he helped me with a difficult (for me) project. My hope is that he will continue to be a source of inspiration to many.
Richard Coulter
August 6, 2014
In its history, CBC Radio attracted many of the 'good ones;' you were one of the very few "Great Ones!"
Gloria Jean Campbell
August 5, 2014
Dear Cousin Hugh,
Your mother Rhoda, my Grandmother Jessie's 1st cousin always welcomed my family to her home and th e country home in Davidson.We were to address her as Aunt Rhoda as our Gran and Aunts had moved to England.You entertained us at Christmas with music and lots of warmth.You seemed more like my 1 st cousin rather than 4th. You were always interested in our progress as were your sisters and Aunt Sheila. Recently you kept up with my husband Abbey's musical career and sent him frequent correspondence. Your music and artistry shall live on in all our hearts. God Bless you dear cousin . Love from Cousins Gloria Jean Campbell,Abbey Leon Sholzberg and our children.
Jennifer Bruce Woltemade
August 2, 2014
Thinking of all the good times shared with Hugh in Davidson, QC with my mother Janet and uncle David. I now live in Germany and travel to Switzerland often, would love to connect with any cousins living in this part of the world.
Jon Washburn
July 28, 2014
Hugh was always so supportive of my circle of musicians, right from the early '70s when we were forming the Vancouver Chamber Choir, the Early Music Society and so many other musical organizations. And he remained a musical friend his entire life (and most of mine!) He always had a kind word and a little spur towards even higher achievement. And a compliment from Hugh was treasured, because he was someone who really KNEW what it was you were struggling for. We even premiered a choral piece of his... at Nini Baird's wedding! He's part of our musical history and that of all Canada.
Rest in peace, Hugh.
Jon Washburn and the Vancouver Chamber Choir
Take Heart Program Saanich Commonwealth Place
July 23, 2014
Hugh was a long standing member and supporter of our Take Heart Cardiac Rehab program. He joined us in 2006 and we will miss him. Hugh was always ready and willing to chat with new members and put them at ease when they first joined. He was a truly delightful individual and we were so fortunate to get to know him.
Annelise Johns
July 22, 2014
What a dear soul Hugh was, so kind, so loving, so full of the joie de vie. May he rest happily knowing he did it all with such finesse
Sandra Campbell
July 21, 2014
Duncan and I send our sincere sympathy to his much-loved nieces and nephews. Hugh took a mentorial interest in me in the 1980s when I edited the NAC Orchestra's music notes and his notes for that orchestra's programmes were a delight. I am a English major but Hugh's vocabulary was a marvel to me: he introduced me to wonderful words like gallimaufrey ( a favourite!!).
He spoke of his colourful yet difficult upbringing in Anglo-Montreal and the courage of his mother in braving divorce in an era when it meant social ostracism.
He encouraged so many people, Costa Pilavachi among them. He convinced me that my doctoral work on Pelham Edgar was fascinating, and we had a wonderful trip up to Lac Brule to revisit old Edgar family (and Hugh) haunts. In typical fashion, he even specified the picnic menu -- homemade chocolate cake, chicken -- and we made and brought it all.
Hugh, rest in peace -- you loved the arts in your inimitable fashion, and the arts loved you.
With sincere sympathy,
Sandy Campbell and Duncan McDowall
Barbara Feldman
July 19, 2014
I am so sad to learn of Hugh's passing. He was an exceptional person. I am grateful for his camaraderie, our meaningful conversations,especially during our sojourns to the cottage in Davidson, Quebec, and his way of making every person - including me - feel very special. You will be sorely missed my dear friend.
Linda Lee Thomas
July 18, 2014
Hugh Davidson. One in a million. Thank you for giving your life to the Arts.
Marcus & Gwern
July 18, 2014
To our dear and cherished friend who will be so missed. Dinner parties will just not be the same without you!
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