Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
David BLACK Obituary
BLACK, David Edgar
After a short illness David Edgar Black died peacefully early Christmas morning at Vancouver General Hospital.
David was born June 28, 1945 in Ladner, BC. He was predeceased by his parents, Lois (née Estabrooke) and Bill Black and his beloved wife Debbie Carswell-Black. Survived by his devoted partner, Dorothy Budden, his daughter Eleanor Black and his two grandchildren, Caden Black and Maeve MacArthur, all of whom he loved dearly.
David graduated from UBC in 1968 with a BA, Major in History and a Master's in Arts and Science from Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington in 1978. He taught Social Sciences in Penticton and embraced skiing, running and tennis and made lasting friendships with Bob Cook and Bob June.
He lived the last 37 years in Vancouver but spent as much time as possible at the family home on Pasley Island, his oasis away from the city.
Wise and thoughtful, David was a true gentleman and a raconteur extraordinaire. He was a scholar, blessed with a truly infallible memory for the fascinating details that made history feel alive. David loved life, and he lived it to the fullest.
He was a true joy to know, and will be missed terribly by both his and Dorothy's families, and his many friends in BC and across Canada.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
After a short illness David Edgar Black died peacefully early Christmas morning at Vancouver General Hospital.
David was born June 28, 1945 in Ladner, BC. He was predeceased by his parents, Lois (née Estabrooke) and Bill Black and his beloved wife Debbie Carswell-Black. Survived by his devoted partner, Dorothy Budden, his daughter Eleanor Black and his two grandchildren, Caden Black and Maeve MacArthur, all of whom he loved dearly.
David graduated from UBC in 1968 with a BA, Major in History and a Master's in Arts and Science from Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington in 1978. He taught Social Sciences in Penticton and embraced skiing, running and tennis and made lasting friendships with Bob Cook and Bob June.
He lived the last 37 years in Vancouver but spent as much time as possible at the family home on Pasley Island, his oasis away from the city.
Wise and thoughtful, David was a true gentleman and a raconteur extraordinaire. He was a scholar, blessed with a truly infallible memory for the fascinating details that made history feel alive. David loved life, and he lived it to the fullest.
He was a true joy to know, and will be missed terribly by both his and Dorothy's families, and his many friends in BC and across Canada.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Published by Delta Optimist from Jan. 18 to Feb. 17, 2024.
Memories and Condolences
for David BLACK
2 Entries
KIm Lloyd
January 25, 2024
Sending my condolences to you Dorothy and David's family. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Rest in peace David. XO
Heidi Schumann
January 24, 2024
My heart goes out to Dorothy and extended family. David was such a good friend to many. Always ready to help as needed. My favorite memories will be of the conversations over dinner, glasses of wine and hearing stories and historic facts. Sometimes in more detail then required but the best part was witnessing his pleasure in sharing the stories. Big hugs, I will miss him!!
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results