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DAVID BLOOMFIELD
Born: Jan 20, 1945
Date of Passing: Dec 19, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDAVID BLOOMFIELD
Sadly, David Bloomfield passed peacefully on December 19, 2024, age 79.
David was predeceased by his parents, Marion and Phillip Bloomfield, and older brothers, Joel and Auby. David will be deeply missed and mourned by his wife, Sheila, of 56 years, the love of his life, his children, Brenlee (Michael) and Evan (Ellen), as well as cherished grandchildren, Matthew, Aaron, Lainee, and Lauren. David shared close relationships with his younger sisters, Naomi and Judi, and with their husbands, Shmuel and Larry, and with his sister-in-law, Linda. David also enjoyed meaningful relationships with each of his nieces and nephews.
David was born on January 20, 1945, and grew up in Winnipeg’s North End. He enjoyed many summers at his grandmother’s cottage in Winnipeg Beach, the place he first met Sheila. His love of the outdoors and beach life continued throughout his life.
David was proud of the varied jobs he held and businesses he created across his life. He opted for early retirement from Air Canada choosing to become an independent business owner, purchasing, developing, and operating three Subway restaurants. In later years he bought and sold RV trailers and was always the consummate deal maker.
Throughout his life, David was very involved in his community. He was a very active member of multiple synagogue boards and committees across several decades, later became an active member of his condo board, and ultimately continued to share his opinions and ideas as a resident of both the Courtyards and the Simkin Centre.
David enjoyed his down time and valued his relationships with family and friends. He loved simple things, like Sunday drives with Sheila. He relished weekly lunch and regular casino dates with Auby and enjoyed travelling with Sheila and his siblings and their spouses. David and Sheila enjoyed many holiday meals at Brenlee and Michael’s home over the years and made wonderful memories at Evan and Ellen’s Loni Beach cottage. Early retirement allowed David significant opportunity for travel, especially on cruises with Sheila, in North America, the Caribbean, and Europe. David owned various travel trailers over 30 plus years and enjoyed winters RVing in Texas and local “Good Sam Club” campground meet ups. He introduced his children to RVing in the 1980s, and later shared his love for RVing with his grandchildren.
Huge thanks to David’s sister Judi Fielding, and brother-in-law, Larry Fielding, who provided David significant support, and significantly improved his quality of life in the final few years. Thank you to staff of Simkin Centre who provided excellent care of David during his final year. For those who choose, donations can be made to the Simkin Centre or Jewish Child and Family Services. Further details: e_bloomfield@yahoo.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 25, 2025
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Many years ago I got to know Dave and Sheila through Rick. A very kind, funny and giving gentleman. Always a pleasure to be in his company. May he Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Cheryl (Friend of Rick Stokoloff) on: Feb 10, 2025
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I had the good fortune to serve with David on the Board of Tuxedo Estates (WCC21) for David's last +/-8 years living there; most with him as President and a few with me as President. David was an outstanding Board President and/or member throughout his many terms and always acted in the best interests of the Condominium. We may have not always agreed, but always respected each other's opinions. I recall one particular meeting where the initial vote was David: pro / opposed: 9. By the end of the meeting, the final vote was 10 pro! Such was his logic, oratory talent and tenacity! Gerald - Posted by: Gerald Korzeniowski (friend) on: Feb 04, 2025
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I had the good fortune to have a fabulous very close relationship with my brother David. Although, I lived on the coast, I had the privilege of visiting him often through his final years. We also spent every evening on the phone. It was OUR time. In my eyes, he was quite incredible! He perhaps came from humble beginnings but a very rich life. Culture, Religion, an amazing family – He had Integrity, was honest, and was one of the most caring people I have ever known. Whether it was watching out for Sheila, his children, grandchildren, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, or anyone else in the community, he always had time. Even up to his final days – his door was always open. You could drop by without notice and he would give you his ear and his time – talk about “anything”. He picked up so much wisdom through the years and loved to share. So glad we had the time together. May his memory be a blessing! - Posted by: Naomi Yahav (sister) on: Jan 27, 2025
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DEAR SHEILA, FAMILY AND NAOMI and family - Everyone should be blessed with a husband, dad, brother, uncle and friend, like our David. He was one of a kind. Sending prayers and comforting hugs. We will miss David at tax time. JAN AND MELISSA (tax ladies) - Posted by: JAN ROCHELLE (FRIEND/TAXLADYS JAN & MELISSA) on: Jan 27, 2025
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I enjoyed David's passion and commitment while serving together on the Beth Israel executive until I moved to Ottawa. He was always thoughtful and kind. May his memory be a blessing. - Posted by: Tom Trueman (Friend) on: Jan 26, 2025
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He was a great man and a wonderous friend and I hope he rests in peace - Posted by: Harvey Saunders (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2025