It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dave Bayliss. After a short illness, he passed away peacefully at home. He is survived by his wife, Leslie; children, Linda (Scott), Neil (Shiloh), Karen; grandson, Andrew; sisters, Jay Birney and Phyllis/Sherry Thorburn. He is predeceased by his daughter, Robin and sister, Patricia Smith.
Dave was born in Victoria where he lived all of his life, except for a few adventurous years working on the CPR ships, the Weather ships and in the Canadian Army where he was posted in Germany with the Canadian Scottish Regiment. In 1954, Dave returned to the family business, Bayliss Signs, growing it to one of the most successful sign businesses on Vancouver Island. He was a pillar in the Victoria community, active in many groups. During Dave’s retirement, he enjoyed many years in his garden (going up on his roof, keeping it immaculately clean), meeting friends for coffee, and traveling the world with his wife of 60 years. He was a kind and loving man, saw the positives in life, was loved and respected by everyone, and always ready with a story to share.
There will be no memorial service.
Flowers are gratefully declined.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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19 Responses
David taught me a lot about life. His first present to me was a pair of boxing gloves. I wonder what he was telling me. Thank you.
Dear Lesley and family, please accept my condolences for the loss of Dave. He was a man of integrity and a truly gentleman. I have fond memories of him as a business associate and a friend. He will be missed. If there is anything which I can help, please let me know.
Blessings,
David & Ruth
West Vancouver, BC
Dave was simply the best employer I ever had, always thought of his employees as almost family. When Bayliss Sign shut down production myself and two other employees started our own company, Dave was a tremendous help getting us off the ground in giving us work and renting facilities to us so we could hit the ground running, without his kindness and help in the beginning our venture would have been so much harder. Those were great years at Bayliss.
We were sorry to hear of Dave’s passing, He was a true gentleman. We had so much respect for Dave and how he conducted himself in life and especially in his business. He was a class act.
My Dad ” Larry ” tried very hard to mold our company Houston Signs to simulate Bayliss sign. Perhaps one of the most complimentary things that ever happened was when Dave Bayliss invited my Dad to join him at the table with the World Sign Association. (This was an invitation only membership. ) We as the Houston Family always hold the Bayliss family in very high regard, and wish them all our condolences at this time. From all of us @ Houston Signs.
Leslie, my condolences to you.
Another great softball supporter has left us. Bb
Dear Leslie and family….I am so very sad to read of David’s passing.
I’m also sorry we lost touch but remember the good times we spent together those
many years ago. He was always a gentleman and will be missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely, Anne Scott
In offering condolences to the family, I also want to express how much I valued Dave’s friendship and support over the years. His reminder that a lunch was overdue was always welcome and timely – and of course, his support for my political adventures was so gratifying. Dave was a role model in business, and in so many other ways. We miss him.
Dave & Family;
R.I.P. olde Soldier. You have earned our place in the memories of all that knew you and loved you. You served our Regiment with honour.
Dear Leslie and Family, David will missed by you and everyone whose life he touched. He was so kind and thoughtful and always had a smile for everyone. Thinking of you and all the good times we had. Bev McIvor