David BALDRY Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Nov. 28, 2015.

DAVID Horace BALDRY June 13, 1934 - November 12, 2015

It is with great sadness the family announce the passing of David on Thursday November 12 at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody after a brief battle with cancer. David passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He is predeceased by his sister Delcie and brother Gil, survived by his loving wife Jean of sixty years, sister Carol (Terry), sisters in law Tilly and Edna, daughters Kim (Dave), Mandy (Peter) and Janice (Douglas), eight grandchildren Katie (Steve), Graeme, Hayley (Nate), Holton, Zoë, Hero, Dylan, Kayla, and great grandson Archer.

David was born in London, England and was one of the many children evacuated during the blitz. He served in the British Army from 1952 to 1954 in Malaya. Over the years Dave worked in a number of trades starting out as a precision optical instrument maker, working in Ford Motor Company, and starting up his own heating installation company while in the UK. In 1968 Dave and Jean with their three daughters immigrated to Canada and settled in Port Coquitlam where he worked for 27 years at ESCO Steel retiring in 1996 reaching the position of inspector.



David was a man of many talents. In his youth he was a medal-winning swimmer, played water polo, but his game of choice was always soccer. He was a self-taught artist and a skilled carpenter who enjoyed making furniture and bird houses for his family and friends.

David was a kind, loyal and loving family man who always saw the best in everyone. His smile and sense of humour will be greatly missed by his family and friends. The family would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the caring nurses at Eagle Ridge Hospital W2 in particular Diane, Vanessa, and Leslie, along with Dr. Lee and staff at Fraser Valley Cancer Clinic, and Dr. Cullen. A private service will be held for family and close friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for David BALDRY

What is your first memory of David?

Share a favorite memory you have of David.

Tell us about a special moment you shared with David.

Describe a time when David made you laugh or smile.

What is something you will always remember about David?

Talk about a shared experience you had with David.

What is something you did together that you enjoyed?

Describe a place or activity that reminds you of David.

Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving David.

What is something you learned from David?

Not sure what to say?

0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in David BALDRY's name

Memorial Events
for David BALDRY

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support David's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor David BALDRY's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more