David ADAM Obituary
January 18, 1928 – October 5, 2013
It is with sadness that the family of David Adam announce his passing on October 5, 2013 at the age of 85. David is survived by his daughter Jude Halvorson (Michael) and his son David Adam (Jane); four grandchildren, Brett and Lee Halvorson and Robert and Grant Adam. Other family members mourning his loss are his sister Moira Wells; his niece Heather Wilson; his nephews Ian Wells and George Adam as well as cousins in Scotland. David was predeceased by his parents, Dr. George and Mrs. Wilhelmina (Minnie) Adam, his brother Dr. Hector (Bill) Adam and his former wife and good friend, Loraine Adam.
David was born in Gourock, Scotland and immigrated to Canada in 1948 as a young, energetic mining engineer. His career took him and his family across North America, finally settling in Edmonton in 1974. David enjoyed his career and retired at the age of 60 as Director of Mining for Syncrude Canada. In later years, he enjoyed time at the Edmonton Golf and Country Club, vacationing and volunteering at the Cross Cancer Institute.
The family would like to thank the staff of 7 East of the Misrecordia Hospital for the wonderful care provided to David.
A Memorial Service will be held Friday, October 11th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Hainstock's Funeral Home, 9810 – 34 Avenue NW, Edmonton.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alberta Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Cross Cancer Institute.
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Colin Chapman
December 4, 2018
Sad news and only just caught up with it.In Edmonton in the 1970s,he was my boss and I later took over from him.Then, later,we were colleagues.A cheerful man, very easy to get on with and technically very helpful.We kept in touch over the years and he later stayed with us in England on a brief visit
around 2008.Never lost his Scots accent!
David Applewhaite
November 20, 2013
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. It was always a pleasure to work with him during our time at Syncrude, and later have him as a neighbour.
Joanna Hampton
October 24, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Liz Collins
October 11, 2013
Jude and family,
I didn't know your father but wanted to send my condolences to you with my heartfelt sympathies. It was nice to connect with you after all these years.
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Neil O'Donnell
October 10, 2013
So sorry to hear about Dave. He was a wonderful mining engineer, and was a great mentor for me during my early years at Syncrude in the late 70s and early 80s. He was always upbeat, had lots of humorous stories, and very wise technical advice. He certainly will be missed.
Irene Yan
October 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy on your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ray O'Riordan
October 10, 2013
May I express my condolences on the pasting of David and may he rest peacefully.
October 10, 2013
So sorry to hear about David. He was a kind and sensitive man with a big heart.
Jamie Grant
Edmonton.
October 9, 2013
Our deepest sympathy on your loss.
Pat and Bruce Nikiforow
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Susan Lamb
October 9, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss.
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