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DAVID W. MEREDITH
Born: May 10, 1945
Date of Passing: Jan 19, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDAVID W. MEREDITH May 10, 1945 - January 19, 2018 A loving husband, father and grandpa, Dave lost his courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia on January 19, 2018. Born in England, he met Stella in 1962, married and immigrated to Winnipeg, Canada in 1967 to work as a Tool and Die Journeyman at Bristol Aerospace. A daughter and a son later completed his family. Dave's passion for the trades led him to work with the Manitoba Provincial Government as an Apprenticeship Counsellor in 1979. He was proud of his work on Canada's Interprovincial "Red Seal" journeyperson programs. Dave led many exam development workshops and was in high demand from other provinces for his assistance and leadership. He was also a key member of the team that built Canada's journeyperson exam computerization system, the first of its type in the world. His knowledge, patience and contributions were well recognized across the country. Dave was a very warm, kind and fun loving person, teasing his sister, passionate in his varied pursuits. Over the years, Dave owned several English Velocette motorcycles. He also owned Kawasaki Nomad cruisers for those longer trips. Dave, with Stella seated behind him, enjoyed many pleasurable rides. Dave and Stella retired to Vancouver Island in 2003. He was so proud of the accomplishments of daughter Hazel and son Dwayne. Dave will be sadly missed by Stella, his loving wife of 51 years, his daughter Hazel and son Dwayne, his wife Susan, grandson Kye; his sister Angela, her husband Bill and family, his relatives and his countless friends. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Pakrasi and the entire care team at Royal Jubilee Hospital Seniors Mental Health 2 South West and ask that in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Unit in Dave's memory. https://www.victoriahf.ca/ our-hospitals/seniors-health/ Dave requested immediate cremation with no public service. His family will honour his memory with a Celebration of Life at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 03, 2018
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Just a note to express my condolences to Stella, Hazel and Dwayne. Our families shared many good times when you lived in Manitoba. It was a pleasure to have been associated with such sincere friends. I am sure that you shared many more good times together over the years after you moved to BC. You are such a great family. Best Regards, Cherry White, Great Falls, Manitoba - Posted by: Cherry White (friend) on: Feb 15, 2018
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My sincerest condolences go out to David's family and friends and please know, I am sending you all healing thoughts in my prayers. Hazel, my inspiration, your dad is in your heart and will forever be walking with you. Proudly he too thinks of his little girl and how she has grown into this compassionate and formidable woman of grace and strength. These are qualities he shared with you. Be warmed by the comfort in the memories of the wonderful days you shared with him, as a family and as his daughter. - Posted by: Lisa Jennings (Friend to Hazel) on: Feb 06, 2018
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So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. I joined Apprenticeship Manitoba in 1999 & enjoyed 4 years of working with Dave. Dave was well respected within the Apprenticeship branch and industry. Knowing Dave I am sure he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Rest In Peace Dave & I hope they have loads of motorcycles in heaven for you to ride. - Posted by: Mac McCafferty (Friend & former colleague at Apprenticeship Manitoba ) on: Feb 06, 2018
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Our hearts are deeply saddened at the news of Dave's passing. We met Dave and Stella during the start up phases of the Manitoba VROC chapter. Dave's love of life, easy approachability and zest for the sport of motorcycling are what will remain foremost in our minds and hearts. To Stella, Haze, Dwayne and the family, Tracey and I offer our most sincere condolences at this time of sorrow. Know that we are with you in our hearts and prayers. - Posted by: MWO Terry Sheppard and wife Tracey-Lynn (Pit Bull & Lady) (Friends) on: Feb 05, 2018
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Stella, Hazel and Dwayne Sorry to hear of Dave's passing, I was looking at photos at Long Lake shortly after my father's passing and saw one of you and Dave there. Once again, sorry for you loss. - Posted by: Jon White (friend ) on: Feb 05, 2018
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Very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I thought of him many times over the years 1 of the smartest men I have known, always happy and willing to help you. Worked with him many years ago and was truly an educator See you later buddy - Posted by: Daryl Rondeau (Friend) on: Feb 03, 2018