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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David Old Friend..Too many memories to put in words. Thank you your friendship which spans 40 years from the Boorman/Burr business days downtown and the many adventures we shared camping, canoeing at Fairy Lake and all the fishing trips where we always competed to catch the Big One…Walter.
Miss you.
Keith Boorman
David, your courageous battle these past few years was impressive indeed and a fine example of that Burr tenacity. May you rest well and peacefully.
And here’s a prayer for the other side: “Lord help me catch a fish so large that even when I tell of it I’ll never have to lie.” Tight lines!
Sincere condolences to Wendy and the rest of the family.
Hey Captain
…. I’m gonna miss our banter. I could always count on you to give me a good reason to argue. And you gave me many ha!
….I’ll always love for introducing me to Wendy Way ( what a great gift and the best thing you did for me ) and for Aug.2/2015 and the incredible Orca show you navigated us girls over to see. WOW !!!!! The best Aug.2nd I’ll ever have !!!!!! FABULOUS
…. I’m gonna miss all our dinners, your smile, your generosity and your ” lets do it” approach to living. Even when I was shaking my head with “WTH!! , what are you doing now ?” , I secretly admired your tenacity.
… keep in touch with us, somehow….
xoxoxo
OH OH OH, what a sad sad news to hear. It is so sad that I can’t even let my other brother know because he is not in the best of health either. Our friendship go back a long long way with the whole Burr family. I believe it was early 1960 when my brothers came to Victoria to visit the only friend we had in Victoria, Russel Lee and family. Through Russel, we were introduced to David Burr Senior. As a true real estate professional, he grabbed the opportunity to introduce real estates to my brothers and very very soon we became the clients of the David Burr Real Estate empire. It is through this chance relationship that our family become real estate investors and immigrate to Canada from Hong Kong. we are grateful for the Burr family for many many years of service from David Burr Senior, Mrs. Phyllis Burr, Michael Burr and then David Burr. So very sorry to hear David to say good bye to us.
We knew David when he was a hippy until he changed his mind and settled down to join the family business. His dedication to his clients is un-questionable. We knew about his illness but was under the impression he is getting better. I met him next to our house only a couple of months ago and he was ok and was doing some fishing. What a shock to know I can see him no longer. This shock is equivalent to the news of Michael’s death.
Well David, you had a good life as you wrote in your un-usual, excellent self-obituary. May you rest in peace and come back to earth in your next life as good as you were in this past life.
You will be missed.
David my older brother best budd how I miss you already.May you rest in peace Luv u Catch the big fish you always said you did haha.
To Wendy and all the Burr family God bless you all.
Jan. 4, 2016
I thank you David for the last two decades and all the work you threw my way, for helping me achieve
my goals, for all the laughs and comraderie, for just being you.
I,m the American who had the rare previlige of fishing with you on many occasions always catching our limit as yo were my captain Bligh.
Will miss you and will have an annual derby in your honor at Port Renfrew .
Goodbye old friend
Oh David …I know a guy too – but not as great as you (are)