Condolences For David's Family by Elise Jacob https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug en-us 2021-07-15 16:25:56 UTC 2023-03-03 19:08:25 UTC hello@padlet.com St-Patrick's Day Parade 2018 elisejacob1 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1651421432 2021-07-15 17:03:10 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1651421432 Bike Festival Montreal elisejacob1 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1651423096 2021-07-15 17:05:12 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1651423096 elisejacob1 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1651563799 2021-07-15 20:13:25 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1651563799 elisejacob1 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652177409 2021-07-16 03:24:40 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652177409 elisejacob1 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652178244 2021-07-16 03:25:11 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652178244 elisejacob1 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652180631 2021-07-16 03:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652180631 To my dear friend and colleague... https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652796162 Dear David, 
You have no idea how much I loved working and hanging out with you over the past 24 years. We started our friendship at RCI. We danced, we laughed, we talked shop, criticized pronunciation and grammar and talked about our families and relationships. We would giggle as we microwaved our supper leftovers and ate them at 8:00 AM. You were a true friend...much more than a colleague. Seeing you everyday made me happy and lightened the mood in a very stressful environment. 

I was shocked and gutted to hear of your sudden passing. I wish we had time to have at least one more toast together before you had to leave us. 

My heart goes out to Mathieu, Mark and John and your entire family. I know how much you loved them. I loved hearing your family stories and adventures. 

May they find peace in knowing you are now with your best friend, Carmel Kilkenny. Hopefully you are both sharing a pint in heaven. 

Rest in peace my friend. I'll miss you forever. CBC will not be the same without you. 

Love Lauren xoxo]]> 2021-07-16 15:46:12 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652796162 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652804051 David and Patrick at 2007 Christmas party]]> 2021-07-16 15:56:36 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652804051 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652805272 David, Tom Ledwell and Jay Turnbull at 2007 Christmas party]]> 2021-07-16 15:58:20 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652805272 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652807583 Saying goodbye to Ledwell at La Mere Clavet in 2009]]> 2021-07-16 16:01:22 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652807583 Joking around and dancing at the 2007 Christmas party https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652808220 2021-07-16 16:02:19 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652808220 David...always up for some boogie! https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652808681 2021-07-16 16:02:59 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652808681 Partner in crime https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652839651 The news of David's passing has hit us all like a ton of bricks. I am so sad to say goodbye to him so early. David was always my partner in crime at CBC holiday parties. We'd get "up to no good" and laugh and dance the night away. I will miss his loving smile and easy nature. He was always up for a good conversation, which would inevitably turn to a funny story about his boys. David was a papa bear whose love for them showed no bounds  And it is to them that I send my deepest condolences. xo

]]> 2021-07-16 16:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1652839651 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653119391 Dear David
I still can’t believe the news. You are gone too soon! I enjoyed our chats as we passed at the office, often as I was arriving and you were leaving. It’s one of the things I really missed during the pandemic, as well as hearing about your adventures with your boys. I also appreciated your advice about schools for the kids. I have no words. You will be missed. To Mathieu, Mark and John I send my sympathies. 
Kristy Rich]]> 2021-07-17 02:40:59 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653119391 Dear David's family, https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653337186 I'd admired David's wit and friendliness from afar as a CBC listener for years. But I had the chance to work more closely with him throughout 2020 when sitting in the early AM studio director chair of Ottawa Morning for the first stretch of the pandemic. Starting up the show each morning can feel like you're clinging on to the side of a speeding freight train. But at 6:35 am every morning, hearing David's voice pop out of nowhere in the control room was always a comfort. He'd croon a wee song to announce his presence. We'd discuss off-air the ups and downs the pandemic thrusted on our personal and professional lives. And often sweet stories about how much he loved being a father to Mark and John. Our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. Sincerely, Julie Delaney in Ottawa ]]> 2021-07-17 13:37:08 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653337186 Dear David, https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653413620 I have no words. Such sad, tragic & shocking news. Every time I’d walk by your desk, you would tell me how much the Euro exchange rate was … in case I was planning a trip to Italy. “Sabrina, $1.45”.
Loved our little chit-chats. I can’t recall a single time you were EVER in a bad mood. Just so kind and sweet.  My heart goes out to your family and especially your boys. It was so clear Mark & John were the light of your life. 🌹 You are missed. 
Sabrina xoxo]]> 2021-07-17 17:09:42 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653413620 *hearts* https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653438393 Dear David, 

I can’t quite believe this. Though we only briefly worked in the same newsroom, I was always struck by your kindness. It was always a pleasure when we ended up on the 105 together because you were so kind and a joy to chat with. Wishing your loved ones peace and healing.

SM]]> 2021-07-17 18:31:55 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653438393 Walking On Thin Ice https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653536693 Six years ago David came over to my desk: he wanted to put together a piece for The Sunday Edition about his trip north with Mark and John, a summer camp in Cree territory where families deepened their connection to their Indigenous roots. David’s first script told a predictable story. But as we talked about the camp  and chewed over what the experience had meant to his own ideas about family, David opened up. I had had no idea that he was a Manitoba Métis, that like his sons, he had been adopted. I only knew David as the smooth, urbane, proud gay dude who used to hang out in the clubs in Winnipeg with my cousin.  David went back and rewrote his script. This time he bared his soul. The result was a deeply Canadian story,  a  21st-century story about how he as an Indigenous man had turned his hurt and search for love into something powerful: building a family where both parents and kids can find joy, no matter what the challenges.
Thank you, David, for revealing yourself and in so doing, making this country better in so many ways. Lucky Mark and lucky John for having you as a dad. May they carry you forever.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbc.ca/amp/1.3120542

Gutnick



]]> 2021-07-18 01:54:54 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653536693 Thanks, David https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653682365 David and I worked mornings together for years.  While the rest of us usually arrived bleary-eyed and slow, David always strode in with a cheery “Good morning!” and for everyone.  We talked about food and about our kids - the very first conversation I had with David was about his boys.  He loved them beyond measure and was always happy to share stories of their successes in sports or at school.  I’m really going to miss that - and him.  Big hugs to all those who loved him best.]]> 2021-07-18 11:11:05 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653682365 At a loss for words https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653738515 I find myself struggling with what to say except that I’m so very sorry. I spoke to David most mornings every day for more than 15 years on the biz report. On and off air. Little exchanges about our lives stitched together over time. There were many great days, low days, funny moments and happy times. He often talked with our team about his family in Winnipeg or his love for his kids and visited our newsroom a few years back to say hello in person. He was, as a colleague said, one of the good ones.  Peace to David’s loved ones during this time. 

Marcy in Winnipeg ]]> 2021-07-18 14:21:29 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653738515 The smile that brightened the room https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653836906 I'm so sorry for all who have lost beautiful David. Our paths first crossed at CKUT in the early nineties where we were both hosts - then side by side watching our sons run around the Royal Vale playground, and when our desks lined up a few years ago, he brightened our whole side of the office with his warmth and humour; we connected almost every day about our kids or to share travelogues. I'm still in disbelief, and I know our CBC family is hurting at at the loss of the gentle, lovely man we were so lucky to have among us. I am holding you all in my heart as you weather this shock. To Mark and John, anyone who knew your dad knows how incredibly proud of you he was. Trust that love does not die; he will be with you throughout your lives. 

Carrie]]> 2021-07-18 19:59:09 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1653836906 Thoughts and prayers https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654652960 David's business column was an important part of CBC Halifax's morning show for many years and as the director, I enjoyed many early morning chats with him.  I always enjoyed his sense of humour, his curiosity and enthusiasm, and his professionalism.  It was clear how much he loved his family, and his precious boys.  How proud he was of them!  I am truly sorry for your loss and I pray that you will find comfort in your many happy memories.
Eileen McInnis (retired) Halifax

]]> 2021-07-19 11:32:40 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654652960 Radio Family https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654684302 David has been a daily part of the Ottawa Morning show for over a decade. I always appreciated his hearty GOOOOOOD MORNING when we'd start our hits at 6.37am. He'd also occasionally sneak in a terrible "dad joke" which would make me audibly groan. I loved when he'd speak about his boys on the air. The movies they went to. The video games they loved to play. My kids are a few years younger so he'd often say, "here's what you have to look forward to in years to come." I found out about David just before we hit the "on air" button on Friday and both my director and I were stunned and devastated by the news. We lost a member of our Ottawa Morning family - and the audience did too. This morning, our show played David's Sunday Edition documentary in tribute to him and the emails of condolence from listeners have been flowing in ever since. Thinking of all of David's loved ones. I'm so sorry for your sadness.

Robyn Bresnahan in Ottawa]]> 2021-07-19 12:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654684302 Will miss you https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654745437 I'm shocked and very, very sad to hear of David's passing. I'll remember him as the warmest and most gracious of colleagues - a lovely, proper sound guy. I'll miss our (too infrequent!) catch-up chats a lot. Love from my family to yours, David, we're thinking of them and their loss.

Joe Rodgers]]> 2021-07-19 13:34:46 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654745437 He will be missed https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654815546 David was always so personable, on air and off, a real pro and was able to insert his wonderful sense of humour and storytelling into his business reports. When we met in person a few years ago, he gave me a hearty hug and cheek kisses and I realized ]]> 2021-07-19 14:39:53 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654815546 My condolences brennaneill https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654917452 I am so very sorry for the loss of David. He was a warm, friendly face in the often empty newsroom each morning. I'd stop by to talk to him, and what struck me most was his love for his kids. He'd always tell me about what plans they had coming up, or what they did on the weekend. He was always proud and you could tell he was overflowing with adoration. Thinking of you, David, and all your family. 

Brennan ]]> 2021-07-19 16:27:46 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654917452 My heart goes out https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654917514 I know listeners across the country are devastated,  as are his colleagues. It was such a pleasure to hear him on the radio with his warmth and insight.  My deepest sympathies to David's family. -- Kim Garritty]]> 2021-07-19 16:27:52 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654917514 I miss you https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654956463 David was my sunshine in the morning. Always taking time to chat before we got him on air. Our listeners will miss him, we will miss him, and I will deeply miss my friend. 
Sending all best wishes to his family.
- Kim Nakrieko, director in Edmonton]]> 2021-07-19 17:16:52 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654956463 My sympathies https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654966649 I'm deeply saddened to hear of David's passing. I rarely make it to the Montreal station anymore. But whenever I was there he always took the time to say hello and to catch up. When I was starting out more than a decade ago he was someone I knew I could always rely on for kindness and help. I loved hearing about his boys. His love for them was so deep and obvious. He was a proud Papa. I hold David's family in my thoughts and extend my deepest of sympathies. I'm truly sorry for your loss.
- Marika Wheeler, journalist CBC Quebec.]]> 2021-07-19 17:28:36 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1654966649 Never forgotten https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1655906216 We were the first station that David talked to every morning.  It was always fun to have a chat with him dark and early! He had such a great sense of humor.  And he sure loved his boys!!! He mentioned you often.  I looked forward to saying 'good morning' to him every day.  David made the business hits fun. A good energy so early in the morning.  A real professional.  He will be greatly missed in Nova Scotia.  My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. 
Cynthia Gatti, studio tech, Halifax]]> 2021-07-20 12:27:47 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1655906216 Dearly missed in Regina https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656050229 For years, many of us got the great job of calling David every weekday to not only get the business news but also joke around and chat before it was time to go to air. It was always a highlight as David was so friendly and good natured. From these brief but wonderful convresations, it was so obvious how much he loved his kids and I always enjoyed hearing about them. 
What a great impact he had across the country on and off the air. 
Take care,
Abby, former studio director, Regina]]> 2021-07-20 15:10:46 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656050229 That friend I never met https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656054885 David became a friend -- even though we never actually met. The fact that he was able to connect so deeply with those of us who got to say GOOOOD MORNING to him every day in the control room is a testament to his ability to make friends, to ask questions and to care. We covered a lot in those quick 3 minute chats before he went to air. It was the highlight of my day as a studio director to get David on the line in the morning. You'll be missed so much David. Sending warm hugs and comfort to his close friends and family. 
- Coreen Larson, CBC Saskatchewan]]> 2021-07-20 15:16:11 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656054885 Always calm, always kind https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656102370 A newsroom can be an intimidating place to enter. Most people are on deadline, so it's a heads-down-furiously-typing situation every day. Greetings are sometimes muted and exchanges are minimal. David was always a person you could count on to say good morning, offer you a warm smile and ask how you were doing. He made your arrival to work pleasant and was always a positive start to your day. He was a kind, interesting and interested colleague and will be dearly missed.
Andrea Stanford
CBC Montreal]]> 2021-07-20 16:14:13 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656102370 Dearly Missed https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656137919 Monday to Friday most days of the week for the past 9 years I had the pleasure of connecting and chatting with David for 5 minutes a day just before he would go on the air in our morning radio show based out of Regina. I always looked forward to it. David never wasted a second of it. He would be rushing to get some last second detail ready for his segment while beatboxing and air-drumming to music playing AND still find moments to chat like old friends about life and family. I never got to meet David in person but in that small amount of time, Monday to Friday, linked only by voice he always felt like he was right there in the room with me and the rest of our team. It goes without saying that when he was on the air doing his segment he was an All Star!!! 
I have missed you David and will continue to miss you. You were one-of-a-kind and I’m thankful to have had the opportunity to get to know you over these past years. Rest in peace and may your light continue to burn bright in the hearts of the ones lucky enough to get to know you but especially in the hearts of your loved ones. Chris Haynes - studio tech. The Morning Edition - 
CBC Saskatchewan 
]]> 2021-07-20 16:59:05 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656137919 Dearly Missed https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656143576
David was truly one of kind, his passion for business news always came through, whether it was breaking it down on air for listeners or rushing last minute to make sure we had the most up to date script.
While we couldn't see him smiling, it always felt like David was, laughing at a comment on our show or making us laugh with jokes or sound effects.
He would always share a few personal stories with those in studio when he had the time, and he often spoke about the joy his family brought him.
He will be dearly missed by everyone across the country. My heart goes out to his family.

Samanda Brace, CBC Saskatchewan]]> 2021-07-20 17:06:17 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656143576 I will miss David's warmth, humour and kindness on the air, and the knowledge and accessibility he brought to his work. I worked on the morning show in Vancouver for 17 years and never had the pleasure of meeting David in person, but like so many listeners, I felt like I knew him and he was a bright spot in my day. He really felt like a friend. Sometimes a story I prepared would air just before his segment, and it was always the ultimate compliment if David happened to comment on it. He was so smart and so funny, it always meant a lot to have him notice. He will be dearly and deeply missed by countless people. My heart goes out to all who love him and I wish you healing and peace. https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656154242 Margaret Gallagher,
CBC Vancouver]]> 2021-07-20 17:20:16 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656154242 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656177115 David always had a twinkle in his eye…. I remember he would be especially chuffed if he could sneak a good (or bad) pun into his business reports.  It seems to me he brought this approach to his entire life, to prioritize whimsy whenever possible.  He was a devoted father as well who loved his boys so much.  Heartfelt condolences to them and to all his family and friends.  Rest in Peace David.
Steve Rukavina ]]> 2021-07-20 17:53:33 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656177115 I never had the pleasure of meeting David in person but we spoke fairly regularly when I was directing the local morning show in Vancouver. As others have mentioned, it always brightened my day to hear him on the other end of the line. I do remember when he mentioned he was going on paternity leave and I recall how happy he seemed to be able to spend that time with his sons. My deep condolences to Mathieu, Mark and John and the rest of David's family. This is a huge loss. He certainly touched many people at the CBC and beyond - those who had the fortune of connecting with him across the country, and those who heard him on the air. https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656254488
Jennifer Chen]]> 2021-07-20 20:08:10 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656254488 Another Friendly Manitoban https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656257842 I"m not sure if it's in our DNA but Manitobans working abroad have a keen sense of spotting other Friendly Manitobans. David was one of them. Working in close proximity to him during my three years at CBC Montreal, David made my office life there so much for the better. His kindness, approachability and wit made an always hectic newsroom better for all of us. After work social events wouldn't have been the same without David. I will miss him. Too young and too soon.

Love and condolences to Mathieu and family. 

Jason Boychuk
CBC Sports, Toronto]]> 2021-07-20 20:14:47 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656257842 During David’s service, his sisters shared that from a very young age he had a very liberal sense of time, and often verged on being late. As one of the radio directors who was lucky to work with him, I believe it. Listeners and hosts will remember his “helllllllloooos” and “buh byes.” But from the control room I’ll always remember him saying down the line “Coming!” or on one or two occasions “Wait is that now?” I’ll also remember him joking when someone like the Mayor, Premier or even Prime Minister was right before his hit, he’d say “They’re opening for ME?” I’ll miss his friendship. And his humour. And the pride in his voice whenever he would talk about Mark and John. I’m sending condolences to them, to Mathieu, and to the rest of his family. https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656289679 Jake Costello
Vancouver]]> 2021-07-20 21:20:51 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656289679 Fortunate enough to know him https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656338397 David was just a great friend colleague. We confided a lot in each other, traded office gossip and recipes and understood each other's struggles. When you work the morning shift together, there's a bond that happens. 
He loved getting to know his colleagues, whether it was over drinks or just a friendly conversation. 
He was so excited to dress up to come to my big, fat, Indian wedding. Mathieu and David were one of the best-dressed couples there and I was so happy to have them there for my special day, especially since David "vetted" my future husband!
David just beamed with pride when he spoke about his children. He loved them more than anything in his life. I hope they remember that. He stepped into the role of "hockey dad" with ease and just loved it.
I'll miss everything about him. I wish Mark and John healing and success in life and to know they were cherished by their father. 

Sonali Karnick ]]> 2021-07-20 23:09:30 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1656338397 A dear colleague https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1657138249 I never worked directly with David, but sharing an office space at CBC Montreal, we became friends. He was warm, funny and open, the kind of person who makes office life fun.
I remember us talking a lot when he was fostering and adopting "the boys", and I know how much joy and meaning they brought into his life.  
To Mathieu, Mark and John,  I am so sorry for your loss. 
I am grateful to have known David, and will miss him. I will always remember his smile. 
Alison Cook]]> 2021-07-21 13:47:03 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1657138249 Keep on riding, David https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1658425965 David was a good egg — a kind and gentle person who love to chat, loved a good laugh, and really loved his boys. His eyes would light up when you asked about Johnny and Mark and what latest activities they were involved in. I’ll miss buying Boy Scout calendars from him to support the boys’ troop, and comparing notes about our early morning bike rides to work. Our sincerest condolences to Johnny, Mark, Mathieu and the Blair family. Wishing you many more great bike rides, David.  
Elias Abboud]]> 2021-07-22 15:32:44 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1658425965 I never met David in person. But he would always roll up to the mic, just seconds before his hit every morning - and light up the radio. He was witty, funny, and warm. And no surprise, we've had a series of beautiful emails from listeners who were deeply sad to learn they wouldn't hear him on the radio anymore ... and so moved by his love of his boys. We will miss him very much. And sending so much love to everyone who was close to him. https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659523610 2021-07-23 16:24:51 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659523610 A gentle soul nancywood2 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659659822 David and I crossed paths over the years, working the early shift and bumping into each other in the office. We rarely talked about work, but always had time to share stories about our kids, dogs and sleeping schedules. 
I remember him telling me years ago about his and Mathieu's plan to adopt Mark and John, how excited he was. Later, we shared the concerns that all parents have about our children: are they happy? Are we doing the right thing?
Unlike many parents, he never seemed to complain about the challenges of rearing children. For him, they seemed to be a gift for which he was always grateful.
I know that you will miss him, but I am sure that he misses you all even more,
Nancy Wood]]> 2021-07-23 21:03:24 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659659822 A kind, funny guy who I will truly miss https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659671813 I see so much of what I remembered about David reflected in the words of others. I think the fact that so many people who never got to meet him in person still felt a connection with him speaks volumes about him. For those of us who were lucky enough to work in the same office, especially on the morning shift, we were always greeted with a bright smile and a sing-song, “Good morning!” -- however bleak the weather outside. I remember the cheesy jokes he’d sometimes work into his kicker story on air (which I, as a pun enthusiast appreciated, even if they were groaners!) Sometimes one or both of his little boys would be playing at a computer, waiting for him to finish up his last hits of the day. And it was clear how much he loved them and how proud he was of his family. My deepest sympathies to his family. - Ainslie]]> 2021-07-23 21:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659671813 https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659680188 David was a generous friend to our young family. When, as a new mom, I mentioned how nice it would be to get away from the city sometime he offered to share his cottage with us. We would return to rent a few times including with our extended family. It couldn't  have been more perfect  - whether playing  in the water or sliding down the  backyard slope in the snow. We always felt right at home.
The deepest condolences from our family to you all.
Kim McNairn

]]> 2021-07-23 22:09:12 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659680188 Love https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659955921 I will always remember how much David adored his boys. His entire face would light up when he spoke of them. He was so proud and considered himself lucky to be their Dad. As the children’s book says, he loved them to the moon and back. David was also a generous colleague. Open to letting me bounce ideas off of him. He was an amazing listener and I appreciated the chats we had. He had a big heart and even bigger smile. Journalism can be stressful, but he always found a way to lighten the mood or make a joke to help put things in perspective. He will be missed. Leah Hendry]]> 2021-07-24 13:49:24 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1659955921 His love for life. https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1660603906 I did not know David very well.  Only because our paths never really crossed professionally.  But in the short time I got to know him, I got to welcome a man who was so generous, fun and sweet into my life.  So smart, so loving, such a lover of life... you could not help but soak up that wonderful positive energy David exuded.  Always a smile on his face... even so early in the morning.  My heart goes out to David's family.  Gone too soon.  He is already missed so much.  Love and strength.  Rest in peace, David.  We miss you.

Sudha Krishnan

]]> 2021-07-26 02:28:41 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1660603906 With sincere condolences to your family from my colleague Stephane Gunner and I. David was always very friendly to me and my colleague in CreeUnit of CBCNorth Radio. We got to the point of discussing northern issues and various interests of the north that we could relate to. I loved the fact that he would talk about your children to us, how proud he was of them, sharing some of the little things that children do? My heart goes out to you and your children. David was a wonderful person and easy to talk to as well. He will be missed by many, https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1661117160
Wachiiyak, Dorothy Stewart CreeUnit CBCNorth Radio]]> 2021-07-26 14:01:11 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1661117160 A loving Dad https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1661267462 David always greeted me (everyone!) with such a huge smile at work, he would kindly ask "how are you" and seemed genuinely interested in hearing the answer to that question. The chats I remember most fondly are the ones about our kids. I know David loved being a Dad and loved his sons more than words can describe. We are thinking of David’s boys and his whole family and sending you all our deepest sympathies. 
Shari Okeke & Emmanuel Marchand]]> 2021-07-26 17:12:39 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1661267462 meredithdellandrea https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1661382583 To David's family, my sincere condolences. As you will read in the many messages from CBC colleagues in Montreal and across the country, David was a dear colleague held in high regard.  
David was one of the first people I met at the public broadcaster. I was hired to be a news announcer at Radio-Canada International. David welcomed me there and helped me get oriented. He was kind and generous with his time, always encouraging and always pleasant.  These are qualities that defined David at work.  He greeted others with interest and curiosity. He cared deeply about his work, about serving Canadians with up-to-date business news. And he genuinely cared about his colleagues.  We will miss him very much.
We know how much David loved his family. You are in all of our thoughts as you navigate this loss. We hope you will find comfort together and in hearing how he touched so many people through his work.
Sincerely,
Meredith Dellandrea]]> 2021-07-26 20:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1661382583 Great morning man https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1662186290 Working mornings is a haul. Waking up before dawn isn't fun and can really wear a person down. But mornings were always better when I'd see Dave at his desk with his mischievous smile. I worked within earshot of him for years and he really made coming in to work a lot easier. More than that, he made it fun. He had such a fantastic sense of humour and he helped make those otherwise difficult mornings in the newsroom a lot easier to get through. He was a business dude, obviously, but he had so many other interests that we could talk about and they all those conversations came with his spice of humour. AND....such a pro. We could always count on him in a pinch to riff off a minute or so of breaking business news at the drop of a hat. I've missed him a lot during the pandemic. More than I realized. I was really looking forward to having him back in the newsroom to add some much-needed joy and levity to this job. And....he was the star of the office parties. I will truly miss you. bud. 

]]> 2021-07-27 14:32:07 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1662186290 My deepest condolences https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1664095019 I am absolutely devastated to hear of David's passing. For the last 7 years, he was working just a few metres from my desk and I would always get the loveliest 'good morning!' from him upon my arrival. He always asked how I was and always looked genuinely interested in hearing my answer. That's so rare! He was so special in many ways, but that was something that I could always count on: a friendly ear that would listen to me. I could hear him talk from my desk and it seemed like he was always in a good mood (how did he manage that?) When I told him I was pregnant with my first child, he regaled me of stories of his boys, John and Mark. They were the loves of his life. His eyes would light up whenever he spoke of them. Between my 3 consecutive mat leaves and working from home because of the pandemic, I hadn't seen David in a few years now and his contagious joy and love of life were some of the things that made me look forward to going back into the office. He will be missed terribly and I cannot even begin to imagine how much his family will feel his loss. All I know is that I will feel it at work and so will all his colleagues because that's who David was: someone who made a positive mark on everyone who crossed his path. Gone way too soon, David, I hope you feel all this love wherever you are since you always gave it so freely to others. 
Daphné]]> 2021-07-29 13:26:49 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1664095019 A wonderful man https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1664904121 To David's family, I offer my sincere condolences.  I wish I could do more.
Like many of my CBC colleagues, I knew David from his morning business 'hits' from Montreal on our show, Information Morning, in Halifax where I was co-host for 11 years until the end of June.  We were the first station that connected with him in those dark and early hours, and it was always a pleasure to hear his voice with his cheery "Hellooooo!"  I was not a big fan of business stories, but David was such a great story-teller that I was always very interested.  He brought it down to a human level...how something might affect your daily life.  And he had a great sense of humour.  You could hear the twinkle in his eye, over the airwaves.
He is dearly missed by listeners, and deeply missed by his colleagues at CBC.
My heart goes out to you, his beloved family.  Do take care of yourselves and each other.
And I hope it helps to know how much we cherished David as well.
Courage,
Louise Renault ]]> 2021-07-30 10:26:21 UTC https://padlet.com/elisejacob1/5hbc3ixluj6y2tug/wish/1664904121