Photo courtesy of Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home - Downtown Chapel
Jul 12, 1957 – Jun 29, 2017 (Age 59)
Dave Semenko, the former Edmonton Oilers winger known as Wayne Gretzky's on-ice bodyguard, died Thursday, June 29, 2017, of cancer, according to multiple news sources. He was 59. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.
Always and Forever Dave.
So sad, too soon.
Terri Phillips-Wilson
November 06, 2018 | Orlando, FL | Friend
I was privileged to have known him in the early 80s when I lived in Edmonton and he left an indelible imprint of kindness, wit, intelligence and strength rarely found in one person. My heart goes out to his children and family,
Miriana
November 12, 2017 | CA
From Chile, a big hug for the family. Sad
Corina Freude
October 26, 2017 | Pto Montt
RIP
Godspeed Dave, you deserve it.
joe L
August 25, 2017 | Ab, AB
Passing on a message of hope and faith to the Semenko family. Know that this gentle giant of a man you were blessed to have in your family helped many in such an unselfish way. His gift to his teammates and fans will always be remembered and appreciated. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Fan Forever
August 12, 2017 | Edmonton, AB
I was very sadden to hear about Dave, he was one of my favorite Edmonton Oiler players, I got a chance to meet him in person at one of the Ukrainian restaurants here in the city, a very nice and pleasant person. He will be greatly missed by us all. Rest in peace Dave.
Ed Bodurka
July 26, 2017 | Edmonton, AB
Still in shock, i'm a really chatty person, had the opportunity to meet "MY DAVEY" at a ARFA event, I was star stuck & speechless, I'm a north end girl! You'll always be my hero!!!!!!!
Cant wait to see his numbers in the rafters, first new banner at Rogers Place
Lynn K
July 14, 2017
Sammy it's hard to accept you are gone You will always be in my heart ❤ my friend now and forever
Heather Tiessen
July 09, 2017 | Spruce Grove, AB
Dave: I remember standing beside you at the Sportspage when I was 19. You were larger than life with a joyful spirit. Canadians salute you. Hearts to Heaven, 27. Peace and Love to you.
Barbara
July 08, 2017 | San Francisco, California