Rainey, David ‘Dave’ James
November 6th, 2020
January 9, 1938 – November 6, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of Dave Rainey announce his peaceful passing on the morning of Friday, November 6, 2020, with his wife and daughter Kathleen at his side, at Victoria Hospital. He was a very loving and devoted husband to Joan for 59 years. Left to mourn are his beloved wife Joan and children: Kathleen (LeRoy) Meatherall, Susan (Timothy) Daher and David (Ines) Rainey Jr. Proud Poppa of Kyle, Sheina, Heather and Henry. Missed by sister, Patricia Wadman; nephew, Edward Wadman; and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by parents, Margaret and John Rainey; brother, Jack Rainey and wife Dorothy; brother-in-law, Edward Wadman; nephews, Thomas and James Wadman; and niece, Margaret Anne Wadman.
Dave worked for Grand & Toy most of his adult life in downtown Toronto. When the new towers were being built, he climbed floor after floor to sell office furniture and supplies. He loved meeting people and to hear their stories; he never forgot a name. Dave was a very proud member of “The Tuesday Group” and the fine men he worked with, especially his friend and boss, Jack Booth.
Dave loved all sports. He played badminton, baseball, curling, golf, swimming, and was an “armchair coach” to many teams. Dave was also an avid fisherman at Six Mile Lake.
Many thanks to Shannon, Joanna, Deb, Johnson and Peter Wong, and all the wonderful nurses and staff on C6 at Victoria Hospital, who gave Dave such kind and caring attention. Their kindness to him and his family is very much appreciated.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Dave are asked to consider the Canadian Cancer Society, The Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Rainey David ‘Dave’ James November 6th 2020..
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To Joan, Kathleen, Susan & David. Our hearts go out to you all at this sad time. We extend our condolences to you all. Dave was a gentle man & so friendly in our original Markham Community. We are sure that he will Rest In Peace & that your love for each other will sustain you in the difficult days ahead
Dear Dave and Family. I’m very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. My thoughts are with you. He was always really good to me, and I will forever have fond memories of him at home in Markham. Drinking a Black Velvet and watching the Leafs in the basement. We will miss him.