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David "Quincy" LONGSTAFF

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Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 21, 2017.

LONGSTAFF, David "Quincy" Passed away suddenly with loving family by his side on Monday, December 18, 2017, at Seaforth Community Hospital. Born in Seaforth, Ontario, on April 14, 1952, John David Longstaff of Egmondville was in his 66th year. Beloved husband and best friend of Mary Longstaff (née Stephaniuk), for 43 years. Loving dad of Nicholas Longstaff (Jeff Peng) of Singapore, Andrea Longstaff of Stratford and Christopher Longstaff (Shanti) of Toronto. Cherished Papa of Ellie and baby Longstaff to be. Survived by his mother-in-law Zina Stephaniuk and siblings-in-law Bill, Anne, Timothy and Roma Stephaniuk and Robert Grant. David will also be missed by his cousin Michael McErlain and his many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his parents Dr. John E. and Bernice "Bunn" (née Thompson), his sister Barbara Grant and his father-in-law Rev. Protodeacon Paul Stephaniuk. Cremation is taking place and a celebration of David's life will be held at the Seaforth Golf & Country Club, 42990 Front Rd., Seaforth, on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, from 2-5 p.m. Arrangements are entrusted to McGlynn Family Funeral Home, Seaforth, 519- 527-1390. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario or the charity of one's choice would be appreciated and can be made through the funeral home. Online condolences can be made by visiting David's memorial at www.mcglynnfamily funeralhome.com

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Barb Degagne

December 22, 2017

My deepest condolences in the passing of David, who I had the pleasure of working with at Luxottica for over 15 years, until 2014. David embodied the original entrepreneurial way of salesmanship and was a gentleman in the true sense of the word.
He always had the most amazing stories that kept us laughing to the point of tears, whether in the office or at a sales event. I only have fond memories of collaborating with him in new hires and ongoing work-related developments. An authentic and kind person, I'm sure he will be missed by his colleagues. I am saddened by his loss and wish the family only the very best in surrounding each other with love and wonderful memories to help heal in this difficult time. God Bless.

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