Dave had many adventures in his 87 years. Travelling Europe and studying at UBC. He was an appraiser, mortgage broker, ship mate, farmer, and a contractor. He created Cadre Construction and built many homes on the coast. He was also and amazing artist and some of his watercolour paintings hung in many restaurants and galleries in Gibsons. He also enjoyed refinishing furniture for Hillside Antiques, his second-hand store. Dave loved to play poker, and was a chess master and snooker champion. Dave loved gardening, classical music and dancing. He enjoyed the stock market and forever learning and sharing his knowledge.
He will be remembered by his children Julie (Brittany), Ryan (Laura), Sean (Trana) his granddaughters Jayden (Blake), Stephanie, Brooke, Claire, and Norah. Dave was predeceased by his loving wife Ann and his sister Anne in 2007.
Thank you to all the staff at Yaletown house, where he lived for the past two years. He really felt at home.
Thank you to all the nurses and care aids at St. Mary’s in Sechelt.
Donations can be made in his name to any local long term health care provider.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.vancouvercrematorium.com for the Mellor family.
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