David Norris Springer of Ottawa, Ontario suddenly passed away peacefully at 84 years of age on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at the Montfort Hospital. Devoted husband for 61 years to Anita (Brown) Springer. Beloved father of David Springer and Anne (Springer) Pepperdine. The best father-in-law to Barb Kennedy and Terry Pepperdine. Most loving and caring Grandpa/Papa. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Kyra, Kyle and Jordan Springer and Nicholas and Sarah Pepperdine. Predeceased by two sisters, Dale Anderson and Judy Slingerland. Dave was born in St. Catharines, Ontario to the late Howard and Olive (High) Springer.
Dave joined the Royal Canadian Navy on August 8, 1955 just shy of his 18th birthday. He was a southern Ontario boy who always wanted to join the navy. He loved his time at sea serving on the HMCS’s Resolute, Stadacona, Shearwater, Bonaventure, Fraser, Annapolis and Assiniboine. Dave served in various roles in the Canadian Armed Forces, achieving the rank of CWO while posted in CFB Trenton until finally taking his commission to Captain before retiring from the Forces in Ottawa in June of 1984. He continued to work for the Department of National Defense in the Civil Service until his retirement at the age of 73.
His memory will be forever treasured by his family, who give thanks for his patience, dry humour, wisdom, and everlasting love. Always a kind and gentle man.
Funeral arrangements under the care and direction of Beechwood Funeral Cemetery and Cremation Services, 280 Beechwood Ave., Ottawa.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation at Beechwood Cemetery on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 from 11-1pm followed by the memorial service. The interment will be on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 1 pm also at Beechwood Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.
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Lisa Aucoin
Sandra Bourgeois
So sad to hear about your father. I have fond memories of him. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Marie& Mike Aucoin
Thinking about you Anne,David& Families during this most difficult time.Dave was an amazing brother-in-law who cherished family & friends.May he RIP…..Memories Forever.❤️
Minette & Keith Coffin
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dave was such a kind and gentle man. He will be missed.
Kathy LeBlanc
My sincere condolences to the entire family. I have so many fond memories of times spent with Anita and Dave while I was posted in Ottawa. They took me under their wings and always made me feel at home. I remember Dave’s patience and sense of humour. He will be fondly remembered as the gentleman that he always was. I’ll keep you all in my prayers.
Marilyn Leeder
We were so saddened to hear of Dave's passing-- such a kind man ,with a great sense of humour , and a most wonderful cottage neighbour and friend. We have missed him at the cottage over the last few years. Thinking of Anita, Dave , Anne , and all of his loved ones who will miss him so much. Rest in peace
Larry, Marilyn, Paul, Stephanie, Jocelyn, Hayden and Reece Leeder.
Faustinus forchi
I happen to buy David and Annitas home in boyer rd orleans but not fortunate to have seen either of them . I learn from neighbours that they were good peopel and that david recently pased away .i will be happy if the family alows me to passed by his coffin to say goodby to his remains .
Gilles & Sheila Richer-Laflèche
Anita, we are deeply saddened to hear of Dave's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Monna-Leigh McElveny
Anita - I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Monna
Peter & Connie Martin
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one
A wonderful and kind man. RIP Dave. Thinking of you all and sending love.