Howie Center
It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, David Wesley Gray, age 59, on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at the QEII Health Science Centre, Halifax.
Born on April 28, 1961 in Sydney, David was the son of Horace and Frances (Ripley) Gray and grew up in Gabarus.
David was an avid sports fan who enjoyed watching the Toronto Maple Leafs. Prior to covid, he enjoyed his weekly dinner and a movie with his wife and good friends, Rick and Nancy MacKinnon. Dave loved to travel, especially to Disney World with his family and best friends, Brad and Brenda George. He was employed by Dave Laite of Heather Mobile Homes, where he will be missed by his co-workers, Jimmy and Brian.
Besides his parents, David is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 40 years, Sandra (Landru) Gray; children, Douglas and Victoria; grandchildren, Carter and Alexis; sister, Susan; brother, Stephen; special great-niece, Brooke; special great-nephew, Chase; as well as several nieces, nephews and many close friends who were like family to him.
As per David’s wishes, there will be no visitation or service at this time. Cremation has taken place and a private family celebration will he held at a future date.
Donations in memory of David may be made to the IWK or Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Very sorry to hear the news , heartbreaking
From: Gary Sutherland
So sad to hear this Dave was a great guy & friend growing up in Gabarus….our deepest sympathy to all of his family.
From: Brent & Florence Sutherland
Condolence Message To Sandra, Doug, Victoria and family, We would like to extend our deepest and sincerest condolences to you in the loss of your loved one at this time.
From: Allister and Ryan Grant
Sandra, Douglas, Victoria…. Jill and I are saddened by David’s passing. This is a difficult time for you and your family but the pain will pass and you will be left with wonderful memories of David.
From: Jill and Herb Ripley
So very sorry for your loss and in time may memories bring you comfort
From: Patsy Campbell
Sorry to see that David had passed. Sincere condolences to family and friends of David. May he rest in peace.
From: Frances Hanson
Deepest sympathy to all your family & especially to you Sandra. David put up a great fight. Cherish your memories together. RIP David😢
Dave and I were saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. He was an extremely friendly neighbor. Condolences sent to Sandra, Vicki, Douglas and Dave’s grandkids and extended family. May you rest in peace, fine sir 💕
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Henry and I were so saddened to hear of Dave’s passing We have many happy memories of sharing times at Dunvegan and playing many ringtoss games We send our love and prayers to Sandra and all his children grandchildren and to all his family and friends.
My deepest condolences to all the family
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Dave was a good, kind living person. He will be dearly missed.
Sorry for your loss
Valerie(Gray) Macpherson
The staff of alderdale greens would like to sent our deepest sympathy rip dave..
Sandra, our deepest sympathies to you, Doug, and Vicki! God bless David! He was a kind and gentle soul! May he Rest In Peace!
My condolences to the Gray family.
Sandra, Doug, Victoria, deepest sympathy on the passing of Dave. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra and family; Horace, Frances, Susan and Stephen, our deepest sympathies to you all. David and I had some great laughs and stories from the days some time ago. He was a good friend and will be missed but the memories will stay with us.
Very very saddened to hear about your brother Susan to you and your family my thoughts and prayers
Deepest condolences to Sandra ,Susan,David, Florence and Horace Gray and all other family members in this time of sorrow on the loss of David
May he rest peacefully in Gods love
I’m so sorry for your loss and may God be with you in your time of need.
On March 21st, 2021, God called David home, to his place of rest. May you rest in peace. You were a kind and loving man, who had a kind word to say to everyone that was lucky to be in your presence. You will be missed by all. May you fly among the angels, free of all pain and suffering. To all family members, my deepest condolences during this difficult time. David is now your precious, guardian angel, watching over you. God Bless all of you.
Our deepest condolences to David’s family. Sending peace and strength to everyone.
Marie and Gerry Mac Isaac
Grande Prairie.
Deepest condolences to you and the family. So sorry prayers.
Dear Sandra, Vicki and Doug and grandchildren, my heartfelt condolences to you. God bless. Bea
We are very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Our condolences to the family and prayers for all during this difficult time
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person.
I’m sorry for your loss Doug and family. Our younger years were shaped through sports and David was always a big part of that. His smile was synonymous with a great day and I always appreciated his words of encouragement after a tough game.
Our sincere condolences to all the family at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers to all. May you find comfort in the days ahead, through your memories with David.
So sorry for your loss. Dave was one of my favourite customers at Harold’s Bakery. Always had a smile on his face.
prayers and hugs to all david was a great friend he be deeply missed by all that knew him
Our. Deepest Sympathy to David’s wife, children and grandchildren. Also to Susan, Stephen and families and Horace and Frances. David was a kind and soft soul. He will surely be missed by all. Sending love and prayers from David’s cousins.
Sandra, I am so saddened to hear this. Condolences to you and your family.
Sorry to hear of your loss,our hearts are with you at this time,Brian and Helen Tobin.
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very sad time .
So sorry to hear of David’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Wendy and Dave MacPhail.
Susan, we are so sad to hear about your brother’s passing.
Our love is with you and your family.
So sorry for your loss, Condolences to you and your family.
Our sincere condolences, we are so sorry to hear of David’s passing. Praying for all of you during this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
We just came upon this shocking news today. Our deepest sympathy to Sandra, Victoria , David and all the family. David was a very lovely man. May the memories help you through this very sad time. May he Rest In Peace.
My deepest condolences to David’s family and friends.
Horace & Frances , Susan& Lloyd & families Sorry to hear of your son & brothers passing. hugs & prayers.
Sandra and family. So sorry to hear of David’s passing. Our deepest condolences to family and friends.
Sandra and Victoria – I was shocked and saddened to learn of David’s passing. My heart goes out to you. I will always remember his big smile and easy humour.
Sending thoughts of comfort and sympathy to all who loved and will miss him.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences to all the family. Thoughts and prayers to all.
I am so sorry to hear of David’s passing. He and I went to high school together. My deepest sympathies.