The family of David Louis Tattrie are saddened to announce
his passing at Fredericton Hospice on January
7th, 2021.
On March 04, 1955, David began his life in the quaint little
town of Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia. At three years old, his family
moved to New Brunswick, where he spent his life between Oromocto,
Harvey, and Gagetown.
David lived a full life, where he collected many interests
and hobbies. Among his favourite was reading, as he always had a book
in his hands. David also loved music, especially playing his guitar or
harmonica along to anything Johnny Cash. While mostly out of tune, his
music was beautiful to his brothers and
sisters.
David was an avid hockey fan (Montreal Canadians, I know,
right!). He was also a longtime baseball fan (especially the Toronto
Blue Jays, since he was convinced they would win the World Series
again). David supported his teams by proudly wearing their jerseys,
hats and collected their trading cards.
David looked forward to spending time each summer at Camp
Rotary on Grand Lake, where he had many friends and happy memories.
Every year, David paid respect to his longtime hero Terry Fox, by
participating in fundraising and completing the run with his best
friend, John Redmond. But more than any other activity, David loved
holidays, especially Christmas!
David was an unforgettable guy. He was kindhearted,
fun-loving, and a good person. David had the best sense of humour and
loved joking around with everyone. He never spoke a cross word against
anyone. He was a true role model!
David loved all his nieces and nephews and would have the
biggest grin on his face when the younger ones were all running around
him, screaming and having fun. His niece (Ashley Ryan) spent time with
him indulging his creative side, which meant multiple-coloured
pictures, which he loved to adorn on his bedroom walls.
Our family would like to give special thanks to our
brother-in-law John Redmond whom David adored. John spent many hours
with David over the past years, whether it was enjoying a cup of
coffee together or just taking a walk. Their friendship grew out of
mutual respect for one another, and they enjoyed spending time
together. To his sister, Lori, who loved him unconditionally, opened
every opportunity for him, ensured his happiness and always put him
first. To his sister, Rhoda, who provided solace and companionship
during some of his most difficult times. To his mother, Martha, whose
visits to him at the Fredericton Hospice provided him with the kind of
comfort and love that only a Mother can give.
David is survived by his mother, Martha Jane Tattrie
(MacKinnon), his brothers, Gerry of Ontario, Henry (Shirley) of
Florida, Tim (Tracy) of Alberta, sisters, Cindy Talbot of Ontario,
Rhoda (Mike) Clements of Oromocto and Lori (John) Redmond of
Fredericton. David was predeceased by his father, Louis Everett
Tattrie, and older brother Stephen Claude Tattrie.
A memorial service will be held at a later
date.
Bishops Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road, Fredericton NB, has
been entrusted with his arrangements. Due to current Covid health
restrictions, there will be no visitation or funeral services at this
time. For those who wish, memorial donations in David’s memory can be
made to the Terry Fox Foundation, Fredericton Hospice or a charity of
the donor’s choice.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of David Louis Tattrie 19552021..
Death notice for the town of: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick