It is with broken hearts that the family of David Brian Gaffney announces his passing. David was born in Regina, SK on April 24, 1972 and passed away in Victoria, BC on March 4, 2017 at the age of 44 years. He was predeceased by his grandparents and his sister, Erin Spanier. David’s greatest joy came from spending time with his two sons, Luca and Dante. His life will be forever celebrated by his parents, Brian and Beth Gaffney of Regina; his sister Tricia (Jason Scott) and their children Hannah and Carter; his brother in law Ryan Spanier (Erin Latoski) and their children Liam, Ethan, and Cassidy; and David’s love, Meghan Peebles, her children Callie and Gabe and the rest of her family. He will also be missed by Luca and Dante’s mother Teresa Ciccone and the entire Ciccone family. David leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins, and a long list of friends who will miss him dearly.
Our David was one of a kind! He was quick-witted, talented, and quirky. The stranger something was, the more he seemed to enjoy it! One of his very favourite things to do was take Luca and Dante on the hunt for hidden gems in the local comic book and toy stores. He was also extremely loyal and happy to help those who needed it. This was never more evident than the two times he donated bone marrow and stem cells to his sister, Erin. Since his passing, we have heard many wonderful stories from his various circles of friends. These stories paint a picture of a man who was more talented than he ever knew and was loved by so many. We will honour his life through the stories and memories we will continue to share with his sons. His boys will always know how special he was and how much their Dad loved them.
A funeral mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Parish in Victoria on Saturday, March 11, at 12:00.
“If love could have saved him, he would have lived forever.”
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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19 Responses
Sincere sympathy to Beth and Bryan ,
Jean and Richard Downing, Regina SK.
Beth, Brian and loving family, my sincere condolences. My thoughts and Prayers are with you. I’m so sorry .
My thoughts, condolences and prayers go out to Beth, Brian, family and friends at this time of profound grief.
We are deeply saddened to hear of David’s passing. David, Teresa, Luca and Dante were our neighbours for many years. Please know that we are thinking of your family and wish you comfort and peace.
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.
My deepest sympathy to Brian and Beth. I cannot imagine the pain.
With love, Myrna Tubman
My thoughts and prayers to David’s Family,
May all your precious memories of David be tucked away in your hearts and be a comfort to you all at this sad time!
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal!” From a headstone in Ireland.
With blessings and sympathy,
Doug and Sher Sangster
I will miss you here David and I believe you are revelling in joy where you are. Lots of love to you forever.
I have to say that this description of David is spot on! David was indeed a caring and extremely intelligent individual. I was always amazed at how he could gracefully display both of these traits at the same time. Whenever I would say something either inaccurate or just stupid, he would pause and then with a slight smile he would politely correct me without making me feel even more stupid. Then we’d laugh! I think we enjoyed laughing at each other a lot and I know I gave him a lot to laugh about. I saw this, on many occasions, as David’s way of interacting with everyone.
I will be there on Saturday for the service and I will continue to be available for his family, his friends and his 2 boys.
Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to David’s family and friends at this very sad time of such tremendous loss. We wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead.