I’m David Burr and I know a guy. I have died as I have lived … tenaciously, stubbornly, passionately, full of love and adventure. I have been loyal and fiercely protective of my family and friends, and successful in my professional life (with a keen eye for $1.49 bargains).
I am predeceased by my father David Talbot Burr; my mother, Phyllis Lorraine Burr (nee Goodrich); my (much) older brother Michael and beloved aunts, uncle and grandparents. It is with great sadness that I leave my three sons, Matthew (Lily), Nick and Nathan, and my wonderful, devoted partner and best friend, Wendy Way, who supported, loved and unwaveringly guided me for many special years. I leave behind my favourite sister, Kathy; unshakeable brother-in-law, Gary; and three nephews, Ben (Sarah), Jeff and Alex. I also leave behind my very special sister-in-law, Georgia; nieces, Imogen and Stephanie and nephew, Sam. All lots of fun and very much appreciated. I have enjoyed many happy times with my grandson, Chase and grandnephews, Walker and Grayson. I loved being Gruncle.
I have been passionate about fishing and the outdoors all of my life and I am allowed to say that I excelled at all of these things. Special memories include whale watching, fishing and crabbing on ‘Don’t Drink The Water’, vacations in Hawaii and Mexico and camping at Fairy Lake and Port Renfrew.
I am ever so grateful to my loyal clients, my unbelievably dedicated “DB” office staff, Courtney, Jennifer, Cindy, Barb and Sue, my extended family Ché (Tia), Dana (Patrick), and many life-long friends.
I leave with cherished memories and a full heart knowing how much I loved and was loved. I hope you will remember me fondly as I pass along my favourite philosophy of life – ‘Shut-up and Fish” (with a martini).
My family and I want to express our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Joe at the Cancer Clinic (best socks in town!) and Dr. Gail Saiger and the wonderful nursing staff (special shout-out to Tracy – the negotiator) and the Home Palliative Care team at Victoria Hospice for the wonderful care I received.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Victoria Hospice Society would warm my heart – Bless You.
A Memorial service will be held at McCall’s Downtown, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, Victoria, BC on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 1 pm with reception to follow
Condolences may be offered to the family below
McCall’s Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Sorry family, sorry to hear that David has passed. The world will be a less interesting place without him. He was a good guy. He will be missed.
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Dave Helm
David, it has been an adventure over these past 40 years -[includes 8 years for “good behavior” while courting your sister before our marriage in 1981]- I will always remember your good heart, great sense of humour & living life to the max.; my main regret is that I didn’t get out to very many of the fishing & camping invitations – but as I kept telling Mikey & you – I had to work for a living… Plus, I seem to have a habit of breaking or losing the gear or the down rigger weights, leaving motors dangling off the end of the boat held on by the steering cable, etc., …BUT, I digress!!
So many of the Burr family and friends have played a large role in my life, starting with your sister, of course!, but remembering David & Phylis, Auntie Margo, Betty & Pauline, Uncle George & Auntie Anne, Mikey,Georgia, Sam, Imogen, Stephanie, and of course your sons – Matt, Nic & Nathan. I even got to know some of the other cousins and a few of your life-long friends.
You had two great women in your life – one being Kathy, who has had your back and been as dedicated & supportive sister as there ever was over the past 60 years! and the second, being your partner, Wendy, who helped the last 8 years of your life be as full as it could be.
Please go ahead and set the crab pots, we will be along to go check them with you, just not yet…
Sincere Condolences to Wendy and the boys. It was an enjoyable experience working for you. Even though you were always “Gone fishing”. Thank you for taking a chance in me.
RIP …fisherman David…Thanks for a memorable day on your boat with Wendy as we chased the whales….life doesn’t get much better than that! It is etched in our memories forevva! You were a Rock Star and a true success in all you did David, Love The Flanagans xxoo
Success
To laugh often and love much;
to win the respect of intelligent persons
and the affection of children;
to earn the approbation of honest critics
and to endure the betrayal of false friends;
to appreciate beauty;
to find the best in others;
to give of one’s self;
to leave the world a little better,
whether by a healthy child,
a garden patch
or a redeemed social condition;
to have played and laughed with enthusiasm
and sung with exultation;
to know that even one life has breathed easier
because you have lived,
this is to have succeeded.
Ralph Waldo Emerson