David M. YOUNG

May 22, 1941 - June 06, 2025

After a short but courageous battle with the after effects of a stroke, David peacefully passed away with the loving support of family and friends assisted by Medical Assistance in Dying. David chose to live and die on his own terms and his final days were filled with love and comfort while surrounded by his favourite art.

David was born in Chemainus, B.C. and attended elementary school and high school there. He graduated from the UBC and began his teaching career in Vancouver and Campbell River. David was a dedicated teacher-librarian in Saanich School District for many years. His contributions to the library resource centres were significant and he was known for encouraging a love of reading and writing at Royal Oak Middle School. He will be remembered for his dedication, hard work and support of both literary and fine arts initiatives at ROMS and at the district level.

During retirement David went on to help his friend, Helga Past, at Domus Antica and became well known among the many antique dealers on Fort Street and at Lunds and Kilshaws auction houses. He loved to browse the auctions and antique stores always finding a special piece of art for friends and family. David was an eclectic and avid gardener and his home on Camrose Crescent benefitted from his dedication and passion for 'just the right plant'! David had many other interests: he was passionate about the opera, symphony, theatre and reading; he loved a glass of red wine, a well-made martini, a great dinner and lively conversations.

David is survived by and will be missed by extended family; his sister-in-law, Jackie Young and his nephews: Miles (Kari, Clara and Cole) and Marshall; his cousins, Ken, Michael (Alisha, Maelie and Walker); Nick ( Morgan, Jim and Peter) , Tim ( Danielle and Elliette) and Serena (Gary, Ryder and Wolf). He will also be missed by his long time friends Julie and Ian. He is predeceased by his parents (Tom and Leona), brother (Tom) and cousins (Karen and Sandra).

Family and friends would like to express their thanks to the staff at SunRise Senior Living for their kind care and attention over the past months; to the staff and many friends of Dave's at Shannon Oaks with whom he was close and so appreciative of their many kindnesses; and to the many medical professionals who supported Dave over the past few years ( especially Dr. Michelle Nelson; Dr. Todd Yip and the staff at Queen Alexandra Orthotics and Island Health). A special thank you to the staff at Prestige Picture Framing who always helped Dave care for his treasured art.

Funeral arrangements provided by First Memorial Funeral Services.