David died peacefully at home with his family by his side just weeks before his 66th birthday. Much loved husband and lifelong partner of Judy, loving and devoted father of Morgan (Marc) and Max, and soon-to-be grandfather. Brother of Doug (Brenda) and the late Derek (Terra). Dearest friend and brother-in-law to Jim and Mary Bowen, Anne and Jean-Claude Liberman, Carol Steers, and Barbara Steers (the late Roderick). Much loved uncle and gruncle to many nieces and nephews.


Called to the Bar in 1976, David built his practice and honed his reputation in Ottawa as a highly regarded lawyer (most recently with Kelly Santini LLP). He served each client with integrity and respect and believed in “paying it forward” by serving on numerous not-for-profit and charitable boards. He also took great pride and enjoyment in mentoring young associates.


David developed lifelong friendships with many people and enjoyed sharing stories and trading barbs with them. His family was a constant source of comfort for him and he was at this happiest when surrounded by them. A true gourmand, David will be remembered for both his love of food and his fantastic sense of humor, neither of which dwindled, even in the last weeks of his life.


Heartfelt thanks to family, friends and neighbors who supported the family over the last three years. Your friendship and support was a source of deep comfort and strength to David and the family, and added much to their quality of life. Thanks also to all of the conventional and complementary care providers who helped make David’s life longer and better.


A celebration of David’s life will be held at Beechwood Cemetery on Friday, May 13th at 11:30 a.m. In the spirit of helping those less fortunate benefit from the excellent care David received, donations in David’s honor may be made to the Subsidized Care Fund of the Ottawa Integrative Cancer Centre.