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Thursday
21
December
Visitation
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Castle Fallsview Funeral Home
309 Lancaster Avenue
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Thursday
21
December
Words of Remembrance
4:00 pm
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Castle Fallsview Funeral Home
309 Lancaster Avenue
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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Austina Garnhum posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Dear John, Jean, Graham &Heather
Please accept my sympathy at the passing of your beloved brother & son David. David was a student in my class at Havelock School. He was a bright boy who smiled easily and had many friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Austina Garnhum
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John Zed posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
John and family,
My deepest and heartfelt condolences on your sons passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
John
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Marilyn and Bill Hicks posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
John and Jean and family,Bill and I were sad to hear of David’s passing, we just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marilyn and Bill Hicks
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Sandy Stevens posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Lovely. Dave was entirely lovely. And so, so funny!
I'll never forget the first time I saw David Shaw. I sat in a church service with approximately 250-300 people. They, like me, were utterly enthralled and transfixed by the ease with which he spoke as scripture and testimony flowed from his lips like honey; his wording was so rich and fun, and his love for the Lord was palpable—contagious! It was evident he had something extraordinary with God. On that day, Dave's countenance radiated like a child in wide-eyed wonder, and I remember thinking, who is this? And what a gift to the body of Christ!
Dave positively impacted everyone's lives because, without fail, he was fully present in every conversation, and his way was always sincere, playful, and humble. And he somehow always left you feeling seen and held.
It ripped my heart out when I received the news of his passing. However, I immediately saw an image of him in my mind. He was standing in the presence of Jesus—fully alive, at peace, and enveloped in the Father's love, reminding me that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. What a hope we have.
I'm thankful for the opportunity to have known Dave personally. My love and prayers go out to his family and friends.
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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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Uncle Dennis and Aunt Annie Mae
Dear John and Jean, Graham and Heather
It is with a deep sense of loss we convey our love to you at this difficult time.
There was always sparkle in David's eyes along with an excitement we could always sense when the things of God were
spoken about.
We remember well David's exuberance to always be of assistance to anyone. He was filled with a vibrant spirit and a heart
of kindness, his eagerness to lend a hand to all reflects a beautiful soul.
His joyful personality will be deeply missed by all who knew him
Rest assured he is in the Hands of his Heavenly Father.
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Alan and Terry Benton posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Our sincere condolences to John and family on your great loss. Our heartfelt thoughts are with you all.
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Amy Butler posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
So many happy childhood memories from our visits with the Shaw family in Saint John, Grand Lake, and on family trips to Maine. David was always so kind and happy and I looked forward to hearing his stories. He will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to John, Jean, Graham, Heather and their families.
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Mike LOiseau posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Although I only had the pleasure of knowing Dave for a short time at work, he touched those of us greatly. Never one to miss work or to be late, he showed a dedication to do the job correctly not always seen in today’s worker. He was always joyful and willing to learn new ways of doing things or to share his own experiences. Sadly, he is gone but will not be forgotten
Mike LOiseau
Work Colleague
Heron Enterprises Inc
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Peter and Lucie Carswell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Our condolences go out to the family. David will always hold a special place in our hearts. On a clear night on the lake you can hear the voices echoing of kids having fun. "Who has caught the biggest frog this time?" Most likely Dave. Parents would yell to come home..... arrangements would be made with Robin, Ron, Dave and Peter to fish the following morning at 7. Dave says that's when they likely bite in Pickerel Pond. Kids will sleep and dream of catching the "Big one". Another day.
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Mike McNulty posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Dave was a good friend you could always count on him . He was one of a kind he will be missed by many rest easy Dave .
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Margaret Pacey posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
My heart aches for you during this unimaginable time of loss. May you find strength in shared memories.
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Genevieve Babin posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
My heart is with you Graham, and with your family, through these difficult times. I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
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Paula Monaghan MacVicar posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Thinking of Dave's family and friends. He was a great guy.
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Lisa Matthews posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Dear John, Jean, Graham and Heather - I'm so very sorry for your loss. David's warm personality and love for family are what I remember best from our interactions...holding you all close in my thoughts. - Lisa Matthews
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April Amonite posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Deepest condolences and prayers Graham and Shaw family.
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Bruce Mulholland posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers for John and Family
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Bryan Newby posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Gone too soon he will be missed a great co-worker my heart goes to the family
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Kristen Roderick posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
My heart goes out to all of you with this tragic loss of your Dave. He was such a sweetheart and kind person, a gentle presence throughout our childhood, and we loved him. My mom would come home from bridge sharing tidbits of their interactions: “What a lovely boy” she always said. I am heartbroken for you and sending love at this difficult time.
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Therea & Jim Stoddart posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Dear Jean and Family,
We send our deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, David. Always remember his genuine smile and school days in Saint John West with his friends. We send our love and prayers,
Sincerely from our hearts,
Theresa & Jim & family
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Cindy Gould posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences to David's family, he was a great friend and always had a great smile. He will be sadly missed.R.I.P David
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Nan posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
My heart goes out to the entire family . I am so so sorry for your loss . My condolences and prayers . With deepest sympathy, Nan Sagherian
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Susan Toole posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sending my sincere condolences to the Shaw family… I hadn’t seen Dave for many years.. but have nothing but fun memories of him in Jr High.
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Ruth Newton posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
My sincere condolences to all Davids family.Uncle John,you are Jean are being thoughtbof at this very difficult time.My sympathy,Ruth Newton (Dorothy's daughter)
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Lori Handrahan posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
My sincere condolences to David’s family. He was a sweetheart who I hadn’t seen for many years, but I never forgot that smile. Rest in Peace David❤️
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Danielle Mills (Haggarty) posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Such sad news. The Shaw family lived a few doors down on Windsor Street during elementary and junior high school days. Many memories were made.
Our condolences to the family.
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Julie (Wood) Holmes posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
I am very sorry to hear of David’s passing. I have found memories of David and our Beaconsfield Crew. David’s smile could light up a room. My condolences to the family.
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Jeff James posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
My sincere condolences to Dave and his family! Dave and I had a lot of great memories in elementary school and junior high days. He was a fantastic friend as he was to many! You will be missed my friend!!!
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Bonnie cyr posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Saddened to hear of this passing ; David was a ray of light he will be missed , deepest condolences to the family
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Shelly Dwyer posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Dave was a ray of sunshine, always peaceful and always had words of encouragement. Will miss that smile and how happy he would be to see you no matter how long it had been. My heart aches for the family
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Trevor Gautreau posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
To All of David`s Family ,,,
My Heart pours for you all in this time of Sorrow ,, I have had so many great times and Laughs With this Man,, Dave always wore his heart on his sleeve and was never ashamed to show it ..
Rest Well David!
Trevor Gautreau
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Scott Gilbert posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Very sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. He was a great friend, we had a lot of good times together in our younger year’s. My condolences to his family.
Scott Gilbert.
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Roxann Desjardins (Leblanc) posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
To David's family so sorry to hear of David's unexpected passing i went to junior high at Beaconsfield from grade 7 to 9 we had the best time during those years he always had a smile and everytime he was thru work he ask if I was working to say hello my heart is breaking for you all he was such a nice guy who will be missed hold your memories close to your heart ❤️
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Maura Garey posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Heartbroken over Dave's death and heartbroken for you, his family, who loved him so much.
Dave always went out of his way to say " Hi, How are ya?" Even when we were 10 years old and the annoying little sister and her friends would invade his basement space. That friendliness continued when we were in junior high and he was in high school in the same building. He would always say hello to us in the hallways.
His kindness and compassion for all things living was evident and his love for the outdoors was inspiring. He was such a hard worker at any job he was helping with. Dave was easily able to make all around him feel special. I enjoyed each of my visits with him at his precious White's Cove.
Having had the privilege of spending so much time with your family over the last 40 years, please know that your pain is felt deeply by all. We all grieve with you. Rest in Peace, Dave.
Love Maura
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Kelly Sheehan posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
It is with great sadness I write this note. Such a tragic loss for such a bright light. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time... Sincerely and much love Kelly and David Sheehan
May his soul rest in peace
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Tammy Sampson posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
We are so saddened to learn of David’s unexpected passing and express our deepest condolences to you Uncle John, Aunt Jean, Heather & Graham. I have fond memories of David as a young man while he spent time here in BC, I will hold him close to my heart as you all spend the coming days remembering him.
Much love to you all during this difficult time.
Tammy and Family
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Kate Fenner posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
John, Jean, Graham and Heather--we are deeply sorry for your loss. So much love from Kate, Eric and Lucien
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Joan and Stu Groom posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Dear John, Jean and family,
We are so sorry to hear about David’s unexpected passing. David was a very special young man. He always went out of his way to smile and converse with his parent’s friends to make us feel appreciated. Once during a visit of our family to your summer cottage at Grand Lake years ago when David was present, he took charge of our young grandson. David’s plan was to teach the lad to become a fisherman. The two of them bonded within seconds, and our grandson basked all day in the joy that David shared. Please accept our condolences for your family’s loss.
Joan and Stu
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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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