David Alfred Porteous
1923 - 2010
David Alfred Porteous
1923 - 2010
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BORN
1923
DIED
2010
David Alfred Porteous Obituary
June 7, 1923 – December 1, 2010
It is with so much love and the saddest of hearts that the family of David Alfred Porteous announces his passing on December 1, 2010 at the age of 87. With his wee Jeanie and five children by his side, and in the comfort of his own home, Dad took his last breath after years of struggling with COPD. David leaves behind his loving wife Jeanie of 63 years, his children Bruce, Rob, Cathy (Rick), Jan (Ken), and Karen (Donald), 10 grandchildren Hillary, Julia, Thomas, Candice, Jennifer, Lauren, Kirstyn, Adam, Cole and Claire and great granddaughter Hannah, his dear sister Elsie, sister-in-law Marcia and daughter-in-law Bev as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. A very special thanks to the friends of Bill W. His passing leaves us all with an enormous loss, but also with the happiest of memories and the strongest of families. The Clan Porteous invites you to join us in a Celebration of his Life on Thursday, December 9, 2010 in The Chapel of Forest Lawn Funeral Home (3789 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby) starting at 1:30pm. We would like to extend our greatest appreciation and thanks to the wonderful care and support of the Burnaby Health home care team, especially nurse Tracey and family doctor, Ken J. Appleby. Thank you so much for all of your support and kindness in our time of need. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the BC Lung Association at www. bclung.ca or the The Covenant House at www.covenanthousebc.org
We love you and miss you.
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change…Courage to change the things I can…and the Wisdom to know the difference.
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18 Entries
Cathy Porteous-Pagan
January 10, 2011
Missing you so much.......
Suzanne Crawford
December 9, 2010
I feel very sad about you leaving us Dave, but I have many fond memories, particularly dancing with you. And you lived your life as you danced, quite beautifully. Thank you for all that you have been to so many of us.
Denise Allen
December 9, 2010
Thank you for all the many years of wonderful memories and laughs for not only myself but for also my kids. We've been truly blessed to have you in our lives.
Uncle Dave you will be deeply missed but never forgotten. xo
Love Denise, Allysha and Nicholas
December 9, 2010
Dave... What an honour to have known such a wonderful person. A kind, gentle man, proud of his clan and loving wife. I will always remember the twinkle in his eye, his great sense of humour, and his marvellous hugs! Love lives on in the hearts of all who remember and care. I will miss you Dave. Love Nicky (and Steve).
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Barry Wertz
December 9, 2010
It has been an honor to have known Dave. Compassionate, consoling mentor and never a discouraging word. And that ever present since of humor. A true gentle-man. He will be missed but never forgotten. His legacy will live at Lochdale.
December 8, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss and touched by the beautiful photos selected for the on-line video. Jan your dads heart shines right through these photos.
All our Love,
Aron, Monica, Cole and Paige
Laurie Jones
December 8, 2010
Warm memories are cherished from growing up on our street in a great neighbourhood - wonderful family! Heartfelt prayers to out to Jean, Bruce, Rob, Chat', Janice and Karen at this time. ~ Laurie L. Jones & family
Shirley Binns
December 8, 2010
Dave - a big man with a big heart - he touched the lives of many and created memories with so many - a truly wonderful man - My prayers for the family
Shirley Binns
Craig & Ashleigh Dabner
December 7, 2010
Dave....work of a remarkable man is seen through the eyes of his family. You did a fantastic job at being a true gentleman, a caring husband and a loving father and grandfather. Your presence will always be felt. Much love, Craig & Ash (Owen and Julia) xxxxx Love to Jean, Karen, Cathy and respective family and spouses.
Ron Smith
December 7, 2010
Dave was one of the nicest men I know. He has a wonderful family. Condolences to Jean and family. He will be missed by all of us.
With love and affection,
Ron Smith
Sharon Wallace
December 7, 2010
He was a good friend when a friend was needed. He will always be in my thoughts, and will miss him dearly. Love to Jean and family.
December 6, 2010
Dear Dave
Thankyou Dave for greeting me at the door so many times and putting me at ease. You helped so many people by your example and you always kept it simple. Those times when i was struggleing you just said ...Keep coming back . Then i started a new career with a company only to be sent to your house to help with a water line and it was your house. You were the father in law of the owner of the company i was and still am working for . So many times i returned on offical business and was able to give back . God bless Dave and thankyou
yours Raymond Jones
Heather
December 6, 2010
Heart felt condolences go out to Jean and all the Family.Dave, a dear friend and a wonderful man with a glowing heart.. Miss You....
Lexie Wallace
December 6, 2010
Dave, you will forever be my Tuesday friend because we are Tuesday kind of people. I am going to miss you. Love Lexie
Bob Wallace
December 6, 2010
Celebrate the life of a true gentleman and good friend.
December 6, 2010
My thoughts and prayers to all.
Leslie (Pardely) McManus
December 4, 2010
Jean and family.....a friend of Daves since 1954, not nearly as long as you.
Time will not heal the wound, but it may dull the ache.........gordy goff
Jim and Mary Davis
December 4, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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