DAVID LLOYD PHILIP STATTIN

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DAVID LLOYD PHILIP STATTIN January 12, 1945 - October 11, 2011 It is with heavy hearts and immense sadness that we announce David's passing Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at Cross Cancer Institute, Edmonton at the age of 66, with his son Jason by his side. David leaves to cherish his memory, his only son Jason of Edmonton, AB, sisters Phyllis Shindak, Winnipeg, MB; Wallianna (Doug) Sheardown, Red Deer, AB; Lori Cruickshank, Winnipeg, MB; brother Randy (Debbi) Edson, AB, as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Philip and Helen and sister Julia Richardson and brothers-in-law; Alex Richardson, Nick Shindak and Brian Cruickshank. David was born in Winnipeg and did most of his school life at Fisher River School, Koostatak, MB where his parents had a business. After his family obtained a second home in Winnipeg, he then attended Victory School, West Kildonan Collegiate and one year at St. Joseph Academy, Yorkton, SK. After finishing school he travelled to British Columbia to explore work, but eventually returned to Manitoba where he married, and had his son Jason. David worked for his father grain farming, driving Stattin's Transfer and assisting in his dad's general store. Eventually David moved his family to Winnipeg where he worked at various jobs such as Perth's Dry Cleaning, Gabbrielli's Gift Shop, Radio Shack, as an insurance adjuster, and then Odjig Indian Print's. In 1980, David moved his family to Edson, AB. While in Edson, he worked at Luscar Coal Valley Resources and his own business called Hammer Works. David left Edson and moved to Edmonton where he took up what turned out to be his passion. He became a long-haul truck driver, working for various transport companies running Canada and United States wide, and lastly hauling hazardous liquids. David loved his travelling, taking photos, seeing the country, but especially all the great people he encountered. He was an amazing story teller and magnet for getting into situations on and off the road, which made his impromptu passing visits something that we will all miss. On his days off he loved watching Coronation Street and videos. A generous man with a big heart, my Dad our Brother, we love you. A family gathering to celebrate David's life will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your charity of choice. Vichnaya Pamyat/Rest In Peace

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 05, 2011