Dave grew up in Verdun with one brother, William (deceased); and two sisters; Kay Alcorn (deceased), Jay Grenchuck (deceased).
In 1955 Dave joined the military and became an Air Force Police Officer. He served for 37 years, was commissioned from the ranks, retiring as a Major.
On joining the military he met and married Norma Byrne (deceased) of Grand Falls Newfoundland. The marriage lasted 55 years until Norma‘s death. In 2016 Dave married another fabulous Newfoundlander, Mary Lou Chaulk.
Dave is survived by his children David (Lynne) and Kim (Kevin), step children Robert; Lorelei (Sean); Jennifer (Glen), grandchildren David (Janel); Scott (Beth); Chris (Katie). Caleigh (Deryk), step grand children Matthew; Ashley; Quinn; Mackenzie, great grandchildren Ainsley, Mackenzie, and Willow.
He will always be remembered for his compassion, generosity, sense of humour and wisdom.
Funeral service will be held on Monday July 4th at 2:00pm in J. A. Snows Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax.
Donations in David's memory, may be made to the Salvation Army or Alzheimer Society of Canada.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.JASnowFuneralHome.com for the TURNBULL family.
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