Walter WATERHOUSE

Dear Jennie and Amy, I don't know if you will get this message now, but I was trying to see if any of you were on Facebook etc so I put your dad in the search engine.and found this very very sad news. I just wanted to say how very sorry I am. It doesn't seem like that long ago that I spent a wonderful summer with you all and how welcome auntie Mary, Uncle David and their wonderful daughters made me. My love thoughts are with you. I would love to hear what your both doing now love cousin Caroline

I just found out last night while trying to find David on the internet that he had passed away. David and I go way back to our late teens. Our fathers were firefighters for the Falls View Fire Department in Niagara Falls, Ontario. I was considering accompanying David as a seaman but received my call for RCMP training instead. I was able to connect with David in Vancouver when he was in port and after he left the sea. I still have a kangaroo hide he brought me from Australia on one of his voyages. His father, Wally, lead the Welland Fife (Flute) and Drum Band and we toured the county fairs in the Niagara area and northern New York State. I was in the colour party due to my lack of musical talent. I knew Mary and loved the Irish lilt to her voice but have not had the honour of meeting Theresa. I have always considered David a good friend and have many good memories of our times together. I am saddened at his passing. My sympathy to all members of his family, especially to Robert, Dale, and Mary Francis who I know from our childhood. If Robert gets to see this I would like to get in touch with him. I can be contacted at [email protected]

I was just informed of David's passing and I'm very upset!
I wanted to say goodbye, to thank him for all his support over the years, for his generosity, humour, and stories. From hanging around the VAM to standing in my living room knee deep in tax papers to encouraging me to complete my masters degree (as a senior!) - he was always positive. Yes, I knew about his cancer but I thought he could handle it and I just thought he would always be around. Just one more of those amazing bear hugs. . . . or, another deep laugh, or, an illustration of his intellect, or, another story about the girls and Ireland and nights with Jimmy and courting Theresa. . . .thank you David for being in my life.
Many, many condolences to his family - I am so sorry for your loss.
love and blessings,

Jenn,

Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Dear Theresa,
We are so very sorry to read of David's passing. He will be forever remembered in our hearts. Our life is better for having knowing him.
Our sympathy, love and hearts go out to you. Your friends Flemming, Ninna, Ellen, Timothy and Tabitha

Dear Jennifer and Amy,

I'm saddened to hear of your dad's passing. He was so generous and encouraging as a mentor to me when I was younger. I have many fond memories of Summer Pops and continue to perform percussion in orchestral and band groups.

Your dad often laughed at me having to haul around all the associated gear, when his chosen instrument was the much more portable piccolo. But he would always lend a hand moving equipment, loaning instruments, chaperoning, and helping out in countless other ways. I got in touch with him a couple years ago and was able to tell him a little bit about the impact he had on my musical life.

My sympathies to you, Theresa, and the rest of your family.

Pam

Dave was a Devoted Bandsman and friend of mine (I'm proud to say) He was Loved by all who knew him. He was a great example of Service for everyone to follow. Enjoy your rest,Davie.

So sorry to hear of David's passing, haven't seen him for a long time but have some fond and fun memories from years past. My deepest sympathy to you, his wife and brothers. Hopefully we'll get a chance to see you soon. Take care, Fern

Big Brother will be missed.

Dave was my good friend for over 35 years. We had great fun together on the Firefighters Band trips and he will be missed. Larry Barr

With DEEPEST Sadness Accept Our Condolonces From Your Very Close Friend Danny,Mayde and Roger Francillia

Dear Family Waterhouse - We are saddened to hear of (Uncle) David's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Doug and Dina