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Edward David Akhurst

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Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Oct. 29, 2008.

AKHURST Edward David Passed away peacefully on October 21, 2008 in North Vancouver at the age of 58. Predeceased by his parents, Carden and Wilma, he is lovingly remembered by his wife, Catherine; children, Stephen (Betsy), Kate (Matt), Nicholas and John; grandchildren, Charlie, Isabella and Sebastian; siblings, Kent (Danielle) and Jane (Chris); and, nephew Michael and niece Jennifer. He will be greatly missed by all for his love of family, appreciation of fine music, brilliant turn of phrase and wealth of knowledge. Educated in accounting at the University of British Columbia, David enjoyed lifelong service to his profession. He will be sadly missed by his dedicated colleague, Cecilia, and all of his loyal clients at Vancouver Bookkeeping Services Ltd. Prayers will be said on Thursday, October 30 at 7:30 pm at Holy Family Parish, 4851 Beatrice Street, Vancouver. A Requiem Mass will be offered on Friday, October 31 at 10:30 am, immediately followed by burial services at Garden of Gethsemani Cemetery, Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of David are gratefully accepted by Franciscan Sisters of Atonement, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, or Holy Family Parish. Columbia-Bowell Chapel 604-521-4881

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November 18, 2008

Marne Rusnell posted to the memorial.

October 31, 2008

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October 31, 2008

ML Burke posted to the memorial.

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Marne Rusnell

November 18, 2008

Catherine and family
My heartfelt condolences on the sudden loss of David, what an incredible shock. He gave me my first accounting job and provided an invaluable knowledge base that has served me since. You're in my thoughts.

Jonathan Goodwill

October 31, 2008

My heartfelt condolences to David's friends & family. I knew him as a client, but was always treated as a friend. He was a kind and patient man - always making the time and showing an interest in me personally as well as professionally. I'll miss him - both as a dedicated professional, and as a fellow human being.

ML Burke

October 31, 2008

I'm so very sorry to hear of David's untimely death. It must have been a terrible shock for his family and friends to have David, a man in his prime, suddenly taken away. If it's any consolation, I believe he is in a good place and will continue to look after those he loved and cared about, including (like me) his clients from Vancouver Bookkeeping. We will miss you very much David...

Carolyn Rollo

October 30, 2008

I was very shocked and sad to hear of the passing of David. I had heard about David's passing through a friend that I had reccomended to David for his business bookkeepping needs. I couldn't believe how sad I was....I have know him since 1992 just for my taxes and I realized I didn't even know if he was married, had kids or what. I will miss him very much. Tax season will never be the same.

Carolyn

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CECILIA BABINGAO

October 29, 2008

When David took over the business I was so afraid of him because he was so big and tall. I'm Asian and I didn't like him at all and I was worried that he might be racist and terminate my employment. That was over 13 years ago. In all those years, David had shown me nothing but kindness. Always calm even when I occassionaly cause trouble in the office. He understood my need to vent and have even reffered to himself as Father David. I've been selfish but he didn't seem to mind. I wasn't able to express how much I appreciate him and so I take this opportunity to THANK him for putting up with me and being a brotherlike maybe even a fatherlike. He will be missed a lot.

I also like to take this opportunity to thank the Akhurst Family for all their kindness. My thoughts are with you all and in my prayers in this time of sorrow.

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