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David Barkway Obituary
He was a rising star in the Toronto financial world, but David Barkway, a managing director of BMO Nesbitt Burns, the Bank of Montreal's investment firm, was not all business. He was known on Bay Street in Toronto for his determination to improve his golf game, his cigars and his practical jokes. Colleagues would return from lunch to find a flashing message on their computer screen that was impossible to delete. He became engaged in 1996 on a ski slope, presenting a diamond ring to Cindy McLennan after they had both taken a spill in the snow.
Mrs. Barkway, who is pregnant with the couple's second child, accompanied her husband on his final business trip to New York and was on her way to SoHo when the World Trade Center was attacked. Mr. Barkway, 34, had an appointment at Cantor Fitzgerald.
If the baby is a girl, Mrs. Barkway said, she will have to name her Zoe. "That's the name my husband wanted," she said, "I wasn't that keen on it, but he's going to get his way."
In Greek, she recently learned, Zoe means "life."
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Frank J Van Veen
September 11, 2024
Never forgotten.
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2023
22 years and David´s boys are now 22 and 26. They never knew their dad but I´m sure Cindy told them just how terrific their father was. #wewillneverforget.
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2021
Twenty years on and it is as raw now as it was then. I will never forget my friend and colleague.
Nadine Lalonde
September 9, 2021
It’s hard to believe that it’s been 20 years. Dave was certainly a unique person. We took our lifeguarding courses together and worked together for a few years. He was great at making people laugh. My favourite memory of Dave is his participation in a synchronized swimming routine for a show with 3 other guys. I think of Dave often.
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Cindy Roe
August 31, 2021
Remembering David on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
Julian Radford
September 12, 2020
Never forgotten
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2020
19 years has passed and it seems like yesterday. For Cindy and her boys, know that David will be forever in our hearts and minds.
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2019
Another year has come and gone and David is still in our thoughts. He will be forever remembered. Stay well. Best, Frank.
Alex Lai
June 30, 2019
In honourable memory of David Barkway, a native of Toronto. And Happy Canada Day in heaven!
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2018
Please know that David and this day will never be forgotten.
Julian Radford
September 12, 2017
Dave. Amazing it has been this long. Miss your infectious good humor.
Never forget.
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2017
16 years on and it feels like yesterday. Never forgotten.
September 11, 2016
Amazing that it has been 15 years since you passed. I think of you every year on this day. RIP Dave. :-(
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2016
I will never forget my friend and colleague. My thoughts are with you and the boys Cindy.
Del Newberry
November 25, 2015
My thoughts go out today for all of David's friends and family. As we enter a time of Thanksgiving, we will never forget the great loss you suffered on that horrible day. May you be blessed in a special way today. Much love from Texas,
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you today.
Joyce
February 13, 2014
God, will unite our love ones with us. He has made that promise. Of a resurrection.
Kathleen
September 11, 2013
Today there was a memorial
on my school campus and they handed out small flags to those who stopped by to observe. I simply thought "cool i can carry this flag with me today and honor the memory of those lost." After arriving home I spent a little moment of silence by myself in my car. Looking at the flag I realized there was a label on it with writing, thinking it was manufacturing information. The label actually read "David Michael Barkway." I instantly knew this was the name of someone lost in 9/11 and I had been given his flag. Now while it somewhat bothers me that they didnt tell us anything of the sort at the memorial today, my heart was strongly touched by fact that I held in my hand what represented a person with a life and a story. I wanted to pay him respects by looking him up and learning something about him. So here I am, to tell each of his friends and family that he will not be forgotten and he still lives on in this world, though in a different way. My heart goes out to your loved ones, David, and may your memory live on.
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2013
Time passes and the pain eases however, we will never forget David. I hope that you and the boys are well. Know that David will always live on in our memories. Frank J. Van Veen. Retired MD BMO Nesbitt Burns.
Jon Gencher
April 26, 2013
I came across this site...and I just wanted to say that not a day goes by when I don't think of Barky....it was my pleasure and honour to work with him and call him a friend....Knowing you and Dave, I'm sure that Jamie and David will grow into great men, and do Dave's legacy well.
Barbara Boam
January 14, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #132) on 1/14/13 as a dedication to your life.
J Tuttle
September 11, 2012
I was bewildered at how much joy and love this man invoked in people. May his joy and love live on through others.
Dawna (Headrick) Selby
September 12, 2011
Cindy,
Although you do not know me, I have thought of you and the boys often over the years. I grew up in Perth and my mother, Iva Headrick and David's grandmother Eleanor Cornish were good friends. They were part a group of friends that got together to play a card game called "sore thumb". I remember my mother saying that Eleanor had said, "Cindy is a very strong person.". Over the years, you have proven her statement to be true. I am sure however, that you have experienced many sad times as well. Your mother-in-law may remember by mother. Take care and I shall continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Dawna (Headrick)Selby
Ruth Gorski
September 12, 2011
Hello- Along with my husband and daughter, I participated in a 9-1-1 Rememberace Walk in Las Vegas, Nevada on 09-11-2011. Registered participants were each assigned a 911 victim's name. I was given David's name, which I carried with honor. I wanted to let his friends and family know that I researched David, and included a picture of him on my bib, as did my husband and daughter with their heroes. Please know that we send you condolences and our thoughts--David will not be forgotten. God Bless You.
Frank Van Veen
September 12, 2011
David will never be forgotten. He was a good friend. I hope that you and the boys are well? All the best, Frank.
J Carter
September 11, 2011
We will never forget. God Bless.
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Julian Radford
September 11, 2011
David Barkway is someone I am proud to have called friend. Dave was a friend, a business partner and someone you always looked forward to spending time with, and felt better having done so.
You are missed.
Karen Sawkins Peckham
September 10, 2011
David Barkway is being fondly remembered on this 10th anniversary, with heartfelt prayers for his wife, sons, and parents. 86 countries were in the twin towers on 9-11, and David was from my country of Canada.
Angela Drouin
September 9, 2011
Cindy ~ David and I were friends way back in Grade 7 & 8 at Martintown Public School. My memories are frozen in time...and I remember David as a happy, fun, cute and incredibly nice guy whose mom just happened to be our Music Teacher. I was so sad to hear that David was lost on 9/11. My thoughts are with you, your adorable boys and his parents as you remember him this Sunday.
~Angie Wallis
Brent Norrey
September 9, 2011
Dear Cindy,Jamie and David Jr,
We have not met,but I like a few others started my career with David at BMONB. I will always remember David as a great guy,who I often went out with downtown. He is not some I will forget and I hope you and your family are well.
Sharon Zadik
September 8, 2011
Dear Cindy, Jamie and David Jr,
We have never met but I always think of David. I worked at the travel agency that booked David's travel. I was working in the call center that morning and I received many phone calls from the travel arrangers concerned about David and you. It broke my heart when I heard of David's fate and I have never forgotten him since. I often think about you and your children and hope that you are well. My prayers are with you always.
Sharon Zadik, Former employee of BTI-Canada, Toronto Canada, Bank of Montreal Account
August 25, 2011
Just rode in America's 911 ride. Our group all wore t-shirts with names of the Canadians who were lost. I wore David's name- a great honor. Thank you. The ride was very powerful and emotional...in memory
Kay Welsh, St. Catharines, Ontario
Joey Karim
September 12, 2010
Hi Cindy,
When David began his career at BMONB, he sat next to me for a year and a half. I'll always remember David as a good guy. I'll never forget him. I hope that you and your boys are well.
Ross Munro
September 11, 2010
Cindy; though we have never met, David was a good friend. I grew up in the Cornwall area, and spent some great times with David and friends. I was shocked to hear of his passing on that very day; I was on my way to work when it all took place. My Dad received an email from David's parents the morning of and he forwared it to me at work. I read it often. It's great to see you, Jamie and David doing so well. In a picture in the Star recently, I see you all look so well. David is certainly looking upon you. Keep well and all the very best. Who knows, we may see each other some day.
Kindest Regards,
Ross Munro
Charlottetown, PEI
(Friend of David's from the Cornwall area)
Frank Van Veen
September 11, 2010
Cindy. We will never forget David. I hope that you David jr. and Jamie are well. Best, Frank.
Nadine Lalonde
December 30, 2009
For some reason, I thought of Dave today. We were friends and colleagues in High School. We worked together as lifeguards and instructors for 4 years. I wrote a letter to the editor in the Toronto Star after attending Dave’s memorial in 2001. It was published and I was happy to have made an impact, in memory of Dave. I know that I will always remember him as he was as a teenager. I'm going to look in my old computer for the letter to the editor and if I find it, I will post it in this guest book.
Brad Harland
December 28, 2009
Cindy, Jamie and David Jr
I Only knew your Father and husband through Church. I was the head Alter Boy at St John The Evangelist in Lancaster, Ontario. your Uncle Stephen was an alter boy as well. Grandpa Peter was our Priest and your Dad was young and full of energy. I live in Alabama now but My Grandmother passed away so I came home for the funeral to our small town of Lancaster. I was extremely saddened to hear the news. It was a shock. 9-11 had struck home moreso than ever before. Please. if there is anything I can do contact me
Brad
BMO PG
September 12, 2009
We took a moment of silence at work yesterday to remember the day and remember that David Michael Barkway a member our BMO Family was lost on this tragic day Sept 11th. We have not forgotten and our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
E. S.
September 5, 2009
I just read the article about your husband in The Toronto Star. You seem so positive and inspirational. I wish you and your boys a long, happy and fulfilling life. Noone should have had to go through the 9/11 tregedy but it looks like God chose a strong woman like yourself to get through this. Good luck to you with everything!
Maria McCallan
June 6, 2009
Thinking of you today as a fellow Torontonian.
Teena Dawson
September 11, 2008
I'm honouring David again this year on the 7th anniversary:
http://purple4mee.blogspot.com/2008/09/project-2996.html
Doug Abraham
March 7, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Stephanie Hendren
September 11, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with David and his family today.
Rose Davidson
September 11, 2007
Cindy, Jamie and David Jr.,
Just wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Six years have passed and I think of you, the boys and of David all the time. John tells me when you come into the office and I always want to contact you but don't want to disturb you. I know pretty stupid. I would love to see how you and the boys are doing and to see how they've grown. Hope you and the kids are doing well. Please know that I think constantly of you and hope life is treating you well. To this day I still can't go to the office without thinking of him and how I always got a big hug from him before I was allowed to go visit John. Lots of love to you and your entire family. We miss David very very much.
Rose Davidson, (JD's wife from BMO)
ROBERT BARKWAY
May 22, 2007
FROM GREAT LOSS COMES GREAT HOPE AND A SURNAME TO BE PROUD OFF YOUR SON WILL FOREVER CARRY THE LOVE
grace jans
January 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, children and family. I only knew him briefly on a highschool trip to Europe...a fun-loving, handsome, popular young man...I envy those that knew him as an adult...I'm sure he was a great man.
kristine
October 16, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Andrea Sager
September 24, 2006
Deepest Sympathy To Mrs.Barkway and children I dont know you but I saw your story on the Tv this September 11th and it touched me deeply.
P Tabbernor
August 21, 2006
In memory....
Michelle Fontaine
September 14, 2003
To this day this tragedy still remains fresh in everyone's mind. My sympathies are with you Cindy and your two young children. Keep David's memories alive and he will help guide you from the other side. He will be your children's guardian angels in spirit and in their hearts if you make them believe. My two boys and I are grateful to have the opportunity to send a message along. David might not be here in body but he will remain here in spirit.
Deep sympathies go out to the rest of David's family.
S A
September 12, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lara
September 12, 2003
I am sorry david. BMO has a new room dedicated to Barkey. But it is hard to type well i cry.
RIP
Lara age 12
Jennifer Ziga
October 1, 2002
Hi Cindy
I just came across the website for your husband and I just wanted to say how sorry I am that this had to happen to your family. We will never forget and always keep you in our prayers. GOD BLESS!!!
Sanjay Sainani
September 13, 2002
My deepest sympathy and warmest regards to your wife and children.
I am very sorry Cindy.
Sanjay Sainani
co-worker
Pam Rogers
September 11, 2002
Cindy,
I am thinking of you, Jamie, and David Jr. on this day; I know it will be very hard for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your sons, and the Barkway family. God Bless.
Tamara M
September 11, 2002
Cindy, children, and extended family,
may you always cherish your memories, and be held in the love of god, and your memories.
god bless,
tamara
N. Beck
September 10, 2002
Our deepest sympathies to the Barkway family. May God bless you and comfort you all your days.
Marlene Haley
September 10, 2002
Cindy
I knew David briefly when I was a student at Carleton University in Ottawa. We took a first year Introduction to Law class and my clearest memory of him is this: at the end of term he had borrowed some notes from my friend Andrea in order to catch up for the final exam. While we were studying outside on a hot spring day, he stopped by to return them and as a small token of appreciation, he handed Andrea a bottle of pink lemonade. What is so profound about this memory is that I had not thought about David in many years, yet one or two days after Sept. 11th, I had had this recollection either as a daydream or at night, without knowing of his fate.
The following day, my friend Andrea called me and left a message asking if I remembered who Dave was and relaying the sad news that he had been at the WTC on Sept. 11th. I was shocked both to hear this terrible news and to think that for some unexplainable reason, I had thought about him 12 years after losing contact with him.
I have come to the conclusion that when he died, his spirit was very present, and strong.
He must be very present still, in yours and your children's lives. I am so sorry for your loss and am thinking of you at this difficult time of year.
Marlene Haley
Sue Fonck
September 9, 2002
My love and prayers still go out to you and your family Cindy, ever since we heard the news from Lloyd Darlington that we lost one of our co-workers. I am a Chicago, Il. Harris Bank employee that is not only grief stricken for you, but for the entire nation. You have to be strong, as we will always be strong for you if you need my assistance in anyway! Please know that all of us here in the Harris Bank Operations Center in Lombard, Il., are thinking of you and praying as well. Please take care of those two beautiful children, and know we are here for you!
Susan Fonck
Harwell Jay
September 7, 2002
I origanally signed the guestbook and it said I was married to your cousin. This is wrong I am Cindys cousin and just wanted to let you know I still think of the trajic evente of 9/11 and of your loss.
Mike Hadas
August 4, 2002
Just to let you know that there are people out here still thinking about folks like David and yourself. I hope you and your little one are doing well.
Mike
The Dove in flight
Deborah Peever
June 13, 2002
I have not been by for a few weeks,I just wanted to let you know you continue to be in our thoughts. That will not change.You are very brave. I am humbled .
Deborah Peever
April 26, 2002
Dear Cindy Barkway, I found this web page in my journey , of trying to understand this "tragedy". There is no answer, there is no reason. I do not personally know you, I do not live in the same circle, we would probably never meet.Yet this horror made the world smaller,closer.I recall the scripture that says " by the grace of God go I." It could have been any one ... I feel that very much. Please know you are in our prayers,I pray for everyone but I would like to put your family on my personal prayer list. Know you are never truly alone for in those quite moments ...you can feel the arms of God. Let him hold you!! May God Richley Bless you and your new baby. Deborah Peever Brampton, Canada.
casie augustine
April 9, 2002
i know not who you are but i as youth of america hurt because lives like yours were taken im not sure what kind of person you were but im sure you were and alwayz will be loved im sending in a poem i wrote and i hope this sounds ok but if it doesnt its comming from inside the aching heart of a 15 little girl
semptember 11,2001
a terrible day for everyone
sadness and terror in our eyes
the useless death of so many great lives
childrens tears
americans fears
an act of hate leave many to wait
to see there loved ones at heavens gate
casie augustine 9-11-01 10:36am
Victoria Tice
March 12, 2002
Cindy, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I hope your baby is a beautiful, healthy baby girl. I feel very sad for everyone who lossed a loved one.
Thomas Toner
January 16, 2002
David,
The world was a better place when you were here.
The sky was bluer.
The grass was greener.
Water was clearer.
Laughter was louder.
Games were more fun.
Handshakes were firmer.
Food tasted better.
Drinks quenched thirsts.
Questions had answers.
May your spirit always be as contagious as you were.
Kelli Stewart
January 15, 2002
Cindy,
My brother-in-law sent me a bracelet this week with your husband's name on it. I wanted to know how to pray for his family so I was greatful for this website that told me of you and your 2 children. Cindy, it breaks my heart to think of you with out David and though I don't understand eveything, I do understand that God is still God even in disasters. You will see David again! Scripture assures us of that. Your job now is to show your faith to the Lord, and go on. Rest in Him, God sent Christ to die so God knows how it feels to loose someone close. But he also new he would see him again, and he did! So will you. I look at this silver bracelet every day and pray for you and your family. I look at my husband every day and Thank the Lord for just one more day in his presence. Cherish those memories that only you have. I wish I could do something more for you and your children...all I can do is pray.
Much Love,
Kelli
Teresa Jahn
January 9, 2002
What a wonderful love story of your engagement. Thank you for sharing it with us. We are deeply sorry for your loss of David. May his determination, his practical jokes, his life and love live on in your baby to be, his other child and all who love him. May warm memories of times together lighten the sorrow in your hearts. May you always feel the warmth of his love surround you. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Gisele Fontaine
January 4, 2002
My heartfelt condolences to Cindy and the Barkway family. May God give you all the strength to go on. David's legacy will live on in his children.
IRENE STAPINSKI
December 5, 2001
GOD BLESS DAVID MICHAEL BARKWAY AND
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS HIS
FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA
AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01
George Gubarevich
November 21, 2001
I wish to express my sorrow for your
loss. I met David through my
dealings with BM/Nesbitt Burns,
regarding investments. We became
friends because of this initial
business association. It was truly
a joy to not only gain valuable
knowledge & insight from him, but to
also share in his wonderful outlook
on life, his passion for his family
& loyalty to his friends. Last, but
not least, his jokes, golf & his
cigars...
He was a very special person who
shall be missed by all who knew him.
My thoughts are with you & your
family.
Jamie Carlisle
November 21, 2001
We are truly sorry to learn of these tragic events that occured on September 11, 2001. Our deepest sympathies to the love one's who were lost, but not forgotten.
Shelley Kinzel
November 21, 2001
Very sorry to hear of the loss of this gentleman as well as all of the other fellow Canadians and victims of the World Trade Center.
Grace Jans
November 21, 2001
Dear Cindy,
My deepest sympathy in your loss September 11th. I first met Dave when I was in Grade 13 and we were both going on a group trip to Europe. You are in my prayers and I wish you comfort in the birth of a healthy, beautiful baby. My most sincere regrets.
Grace Jans
originally from Maxville, Ontario
Lynn Berry
November 1, 2001
Hi Cindy:
My husband, Mario and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your husband David. Mario lost his aunt, Mary Stanley in the World Trade Center as well. She worked for Marsh on the 97th floor of Tower 1. We attended the Marsh memorial service in New York on Sept.28th. We saw your husband David's memorial service in Toronto on TV.
We would like you to know that you are in our prayers daily and we hope that you welcome a healthy baby daughter into this world, who will be a living and lasting legacy to your husband David.
God bless you and your family
Sincerely,
Lynn Berry and Mario Balzan
Brampton, Ont.
Jannika Hogberg
October 24, 2001
i give all my sympathy to the family of this wonderful young man.
Caroline F.
October 17, 2001
I have heard many good things about this fine man amongst the business community here in Toronto, Can. We are all so very sorry for such a tragic loss. May time and the support of your friends and family help you to get you through your days.
leslie miller
October 11, 2001
All over the country, people are crying for your loss and praying for you to find the strength to go on. You are cared for.
Dione Sackman
October 6, 2001
I am very sorry for the loss of this fine young man.
Alain Jalbert
October 5, 2001
I do share your grief along with many Québec residents, family and friends of mine.
I do not believe in God, but i do believe in justice, and that i'm sure will be done soon.
Alain 47. (Montreal)
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