David Eugene (AKA Bear) Christie
1949-2019
CHRISTIE, David Eugene (aka « Bear »)
of We’Koqma’q First Nation. Born in
Baddeck on Tuesday, December 27, 1949 passed on to the spirit world on
Saturday, November 16, 2019 at the age of 69 years. He was a son of
the late Jesse Belle MacAskill and John L. Christie (of
Englishtown).
Dave was an adventurer, he loved the outdoors and found peace
in working with nature. He worked as a computer technician in his
early 20’s and always boasted about his tech skills.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, friend and
will be forever embedded in our hearts, for his kindness,
determination, work ethics and for becoming a part of our
Mi’kmaq family. Dave was moved by our Mi’kmaq
traditional teachings and held them close to his heart and
values. He found direction in his life. He went back to
school in his late 40’s to obtain his B.A., B. Ed, and
Masters form St. Thomas University in Fredericton, NB. Dave was a
member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 19, North
Sydney. His last post will be honoured.
He found a passion in learning our Mi’kmaq history
and dedicated his life to teaching. As a teacher he worked in Seoul,
Korea for a year, and many Northern Remote Communities, and
We’Koqma’q First Nations. He helped to shape the
Adult Education Program in We’Koqma’q and
supported his first students to have graduated from that program. He
was also a very talented craftsman. His work was unique and created
one of a kind pieces that inspired his connection to his vision with
nature. Granddad Dave inspired many people and touched our hearts in
many special ways.
He was an excellent story teller, and provided hours of
entertainment to those who listened and shared his laughs and company.
My he continue to share his wonderful adventures in the spirit
world.
Dave is survived by his wife, Joan (Googoo); daughters,
Tania, Miranda, Rosie, Sherri and Debbie; son, Gordie; sisters, Becky,
Norrie; brothers, John « Non », Eddie, Angus « Gussi »
and Lloyd; grandchildren, Earl, Tikisha, Ta’pit,
godchildren, Skye River, Alisha and Brittany Christie; many nieces and
nephews.
Visitation will be after 4 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, at 30
Kitpu Drive, We’Koqma’q First Nation. Funeral Mass
will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, November 21, from Blessed St. Katari
Parish Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church,
We’Koqma’q First Nation with Deacon Berkley Guthro
officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Following the
burial, a salute day and meal will take place in the
We’Koqma’q Community
Hall.
Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of
Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Words of comfort may be
forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com
19492019
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de David Eugene AKA Bear Christie 19492019..
Dennis Haverstocks funeral homes
Décès pour la Ville: Whycocomagh, Province: Nova Scotia