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Davinder Sidhu Obituary
SIDHU _ Dave (Davinder) It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Dave Sidhu our dear son, husband, father, brother and friend on July 04, 2006 at the age of 42. Dave was a loving man who touched many lives and will always be remembered for his deep compassion, his infectious laughter, his sense of humour and his unforgettable charm. He will be sadly missed by his loving family: parents Jagir Singh and Surjit Kaur, wife Kaljit, sons Arjan, Aneil and Ameer, sister Jatinder K. Kaila (Parminder S. Kaila), and many relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held at Riverside Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7410 Hopcott Road, Delta, B.C., 604-940-1313 on Sunday, July 09, 2006 at 2:00 pm followed by a Prayer Service at Guru Nanak Sikh Temple, 7050 - 120 St., Surrey, B.C.
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18 Entries
Jimmy lenec
July 13, 2022
We miss you Dave. May your soul be at peace. Best wishes to your family, your parents, sister, wife and especially your boys. I still remember you buying them housecoats at the Phoenician. RIP
Jimmy lenec
July 13, 2022
We miss you Dave. May your soul be at peace. Best wishes to your family, your parents, wife and especially your boys. I still remember you buying them housecoats at the Phoenician. RIP
anonymous
November 10, 2009
We miss your laughter and beautiful smile each and every day. You will never been gone. Keep smiling.
Karen Jouhal
February 6, 2009
Dear Mama,
I think we all have our days when we miss you more than usual and that's how I feel right now. I know I wasn't as close to you as Harinder or Roger were, but I always knew you had my best interest at heart. I remember when you came over that one night to discuss my studies at SFU and although we didn't agree with one another, I knew you would support me with anything I did in life as long as I was passionate about it and driven to succeed. I think you were probably the most optimistic person in our family and I miss that. I just wish you were here for some support, especially now. And although we're all doing really well (especially the boys), everyone's happiness has been fluctuating so much since you left. If only you could remind them not to sweat the little things in life...but because you can't, I'll try my best to do it. Please look over us.
They say “missing someone gets easier every day because even though it’s one day further from the last time you saw each other, it’s one day closer to the next time you will.” I hope this is true...
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December 22, 2008
It's going to be the 3rd christmas we spend as a family without you Mama. Just doesn't feel right spending it without you. I remember the last christmas you were here me and Karen got the photo albums and you were the first one to grab our books and start laughing saying I remember that. You were such a big part of my growing up I can't help but think your not here to guide me through the rest. I have been running into quite a few of ur friends of late. We sit back and they me stories on how you guys used to kick it back in the day. They always tell me if I need anything that they are only a phonecall away and only a special person like you could have helped them say that to a complete stranger. I love you mama. Think about you everyday.
Love Roger
GURDEEP GREWAL
January 4, 2008
ITS BEEN A YEAR AND A HALF SINCE YOU LEFT US , I STILL THINK OF YOU OFTEN , I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU , AND WE WILL MEET AGAIN MY BROTHER.
LOVE YOUR COUSIN BROTHER
GURDEEP
Amrit Mangat
August 4, 2006
Mamaji it's been 1 month and I think about you everyday. Today is also your anniversary so I wanted to wish you and Mamiji a Happy Anniversary. I just think of this as going a long time without seeing you. I will always miss your warm hugs and your laugh. Mamaji I know you're in a better place and I know I will see you again one day. You're shining your light down on us. I love you Mamaji and rest in peace.
Harinder Singh Jouhal
August 4, 2006
Dear God, this past month has changed my life. I want thank-you for my life and all that I have, I want to praise you and ask that you give a message to my mama (Dave Sidhu).
I was looking at a picture of you the other day at work and I just started crying, thinking Jasmin will never get to see her coolest grandpa again, or I’m never going be able to kick it with you, or get advise from you, or hear your laugh again. I know all the prayers in the world can’t bring you back to us, but remember that I miss you a lot.
When I got the call from mom saying you were missing, thoughts raced and I prayed for the best. However, when I learned of your death – I fell into a space that can only be described as pure sadness. That sadness is still with me and is also shared by everyone who knew and loved you.
But the one thing I realized mama is that you would probably be pretty angry with me if I didn’t step up in a time like this. I know you’d probably be looking down and saying: ‘What’s wrong with you Harinder? Is this what I taught you?’
All my life, I was always trying to be like you – trying to emulate everything you did, from your look, style, laugh, success, generosity, etc. I never ever considered you my mama or uncle, but always as my big brother and I know you always looked as me as your little brother. I always wanted to be the ‘Pippen’ to your ‘Jordan’. I always wanted to make you proud and my biggest fear was disappointing you.
But, I learned a lot from you and I am stepping up and taking the lead like you would have wanted me to and you taught me to. What has given me the strength now is that I remember you were always strong, regardless of the situation and you told me you were never scared or feared anything in life but God. I never ever expected to be in this position, but you have instilled the strengths and values in me to cope with it. I am looking out for ma-ji, dada-ji, mami-ji and the boys (Arjan, Aneil and Ameer). I want you to know, you have nothing to worry about – I have pledged my life to ensuring they are provided for, just like you provided for me and made sure I had everything.
You know I think about regrets I have because I never had a chance to say good-bye, but then I realize that God had bigger plans for you and I just thank him for the fact I had that one last great inspirational talk with you a week before you left. Plus, I have so, so many memories that will never be taken away from me.
'No farewell word were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.'
To quote how our last conversation at the site pretty much ended, ‘Buddy, you know how we roll!’
Yeah mama, I know how you rolled, and because of that you will continue to impact this world, even though you are no longer with us. I know you’re gone, but your life, your values and beliefs will live on forever. I plan to make sure your name and legacy lives on in the community, so everyone remembers how wonderful of a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend you were.
I miss you mama and I always will.
Indra Johal
August 3, 2006
Even though we only met Dave a few years ago, it seems like we have known him for years and years! Dave was a such a caring, loving friend to everyone he knew! Our son Kyle most enjoyed him as a soccer coach with all his encouraging words! He will be greatly missed by our family! Our prayers are always with Kaljit and the boys, to give them strength during this time! Take Care!
With love from Inner and Indra....
Karen Jouhal
August 1, 2006
I had to write my thoughts down just one more time...
Mama, I'd give anything to share one last memory with you, to learn one more thing about you that I didn’t already know, and to hear your memorable laugh just once more. It hasn’t even been a month since you’ve been gone and it already feels like an eternity. It's so difficult to express the loss we all feel now, but you've taught me the importance of family, and for that, I'm forever grateful. You always used to joke about how I gave such lousy hugs, and I only wish you were here now to see what an improvement I’ve made. I can’t quite say that I understand why God took you from us, but I guess you were just needed elsewhere, and He knows that we’ll all be strong enough to carry on with you in our hearts. I hope I make you proud...I'll love and miss you forever-ever.
"Life ain't always what it seems to be
Words can't express what you mean to me
Even though you're gone, we're still a team
Through your family, I'll fulfill your dreams
In the future, I can't wait to see if you'll open up the gates for me..."
Pasha Bains
July 27, 2006
All my Love to the Sidhu Family. I remember going to Chicago in 1997 with Dave and being so impressed with not only his basketball skills, but how articulate, smart, and caring he was. He spoke to me like I was an adult even though I was only 16 and I was very grateful for that. He was an extremely classy man, who treated everyone with respect and was always smiling when I met with him.
Ruby Rai
July 24, 2006
I have lost a dear friend...Dave Sidhu. He was a wonderful man. Full of LIFE, never said a bad word to or about anyone. God has taken him away from us at too early an age. I pray everyday for God to give Kaljeet and the boys strength. They are such a wonderful family and it is a huge loss for them. Words cannot really describe this feeling of loss, its just so overwhelming... I have only known the family for a little while but they have had a huge impact on me. I wish i had had the chance to get to know Dave even better. I know he has touched many lives and people think very highly of him, he was a generous man, funny, loving, genuine, caring, respectful always there to support no matter what.
There are very few people in the world like Dave. He lived life the way it should be. Helping others, being their for others, listening, loving his family, always putting his family first. I am going to miss his laugh, his hugs and his wonderful personality. Its not only a loss to his family but to all of us whose lives he touched. I am devastated and just don't know how to grieve, I have lost a brother. No one shall ever be able to replace him.
Dave I will miss you loads.
We shall all be together again one day....
Lucky Toor
July 11, 2006
Buddy, it's been a week today, and there's still a part of me that believes this hasn't happened. I have always thought of you as my older brother and you have left a void in all of our hearts that can never be replaced. You are the most amazing person I have ever met and I am honoured to have had you in my life since the day I was born. I have learned many things from you that have made me who I am today. It is because of you that I first picked up a basketball and I have idolized you since I have been a kid. Thank you so much for everything you have done for me and I promise I will be there for the kids and help them grow up into the individuals you wanted them to become. We'll all miss your charm, your laughter, your smile. I love you so much brother and I know you're in a better place...wherever you are, make sure you go and say hi to my parents, I know they would love to see you. Your younger brother...Lucky.
Jimmy Grewal
July 9, 2006
I have trouble accepting the fact your gone, So i wont...it will just be like we went for a while without seeing eachother.. i was proud to be apart of your " 50/50 " crew and will cherish that moment forever..your sons have always been brothers of mine, and i will do my best to keep them happy the way you did .. i will miss absolutely everything about you..from your loud laugh, to the respect you gave everyone.. rest in peace mama, love you forever..
Roger Jouhal
July 8, 2006
You were my Father, My Inspiration, My Idol...U Will Live in My Heart forever and ever...I LOVE U MAMA I ALWAYS WILL..I WILL MAKE YOU PROUD I PROMISE...R.I.P
Karen Jouhal
July 8, 2006
I miss you so much, Mama. I never knew that the last time I'd see you would be when you waved hi to me from your benz while I was driving off to school. You already know that I've always thought of the boys as my little brothers, but now more than ever I've realized just how important it is to spend time with family. I hope you're up there looking over everyone. I always knew you were popular, but after seeing all the people dropping by the house I realized just how big of a void you've left in so many people's hearts. Your legacy remains...I'll love and miss you forever.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal - love leaves a memory no one can steal."
John Schuetz
July 7, 2006
My sincerest condolences to Dave's Family and Friends. My thoughts will be with you all during this most difficult time. I feel fortunate in knowing Dave and always enjoyed his company. I found Dave to be a passionate and caring person and it saddens me that we will not have the opportunity for our friendship to grow.
Hermina Khara
July 7, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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