David, aged 48 years, passed away quietly in the early hours of June 11, 2017.
David leaves behind his wife of 24 years Teresa, daughter Tiffany, his parents Gerard and Margaret, Lew and Darlene, in-laws Frank and Valerie, brother Scott (Rosalie), sister Christy (Brian), sister Mandy, sister Terine (Dan), brother Travis (Jocelyne), and brother in law David. He also leaves behind his nieces, Jessie, Meredith, Camryn, Brooke, Emily, Kendalyn, Emma, Ryleigh, Maggie and Gracie, nephews, Max, Jack and Maxwell, his Overland work family whom he loved dearly and many more special friends.
David enjoyed being part of the community of Tyndall and spent his time helping out in ways which would be beneficial to the community. He helped with the construction of the Garson playground, was a proud and active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3386 for 17 years, held the position of President for one year and helped out at the Eagles annual barbecue when he could. David was always willing to lend a hand to those who needed help. Many times, he would come home from work and a call would come in from someone needing his help and David would eat supper and off he would go. He was also an avid fisherman. He loved his annual fishing trips to Echo lake and spending time with the group of guys that he always went with. David also had a passion for sports. His favorite sport was hockey and he enjoyed the fact that he got to play hockey every week with his dad and step-mom at the Sun Gro Centre. He also enjoyed football and was fond of the times he and his friend Steve would take part in attending the Winnipeg Blue Bomber games. Family meant everything to David. He was so very grateful of the support he received from his Mom and Jerry and for all the driving and attending of all of his appointments. When his mom suddenly fell ill it was of great comfort to David that they could be in the same hospital together. He was thankful to Frank and Val for looking after the yard and lawn maintenance during our absence and for picking up groceries when we couldn’t make it to the store. Thank you to Lew and Darlene and Frank and Val for their help with driving David to and from his appointments. Special thanks to our neighbor, Ken for tending to the snow removal over winter, and to the Eagles Aerie #3386 for their help with the lovely social they put on for him.
Most notably David was an excellent father to Tiffany. She was the light of his life. When she was born he was the first to hold her and he gave thanks to God for the precious miracle of life he held in his hands. He was actively involved with her guitar, piano and 11 years of dance lessons. He coached her little league soccer too and volunteered on the Board of Directors during her dance at the CCDA. Tiffany and David went on annual camping/fishing trips.
David, a very tall and handsome man truly was a kind and gentle soul. He could rock any look and had a smile that would light up any room. He was a fighter and fought and worked hard for his family. He always held an upbeat optimistic attitude toward life, was the life of the party and had a terrific sense of humor. He was the best husband and best friend anyone could ever ask for. He will be forever missed.
We would like to thank NP Hessie, the staff at HSC and at St. Boniface Hospital for the excellent care he received.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in David’s memory may be made to his daughter Tiffany Hebert at the Sunova Credit Union in Beausejour.
There will be a family service with close friends at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic Church in Garson on Saturday July 8, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. If you choose not to attend the church service there will be a gathering at Garson Community Centre at 1:00 p.m.
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Terine
For my big brother
The Fishermans Prayer
I pray that I may live to fish
Until my dying day.
And when it comes to my last cast,
I then most humbly pray:
When I’m the Lord’s great landing net
And peacefully asleep
That in His mercy I be judged
Big enough to keep.
Me, Dan, Camryn and Brooke love you and hope that you’re catching some fish with the big guy upstairs…..❤️
garry onysko
Marg and Gerry
I cannot express my sorrow.
I cannot believe that he is gone.
I have the same feelings about my partner Lloyd.
I hope that there is a big guy up there.
Love to you.
Garry O
Steliga Family
Heartfelt condolences to the family. Dave was one of the good guys. We had the privilege of working with him when he coached soccer & was part of our volunteers. Dave was also the one (from the Eagles) that showed up at our house with a get well basket, when our daughter broke her arm at school. He will be forever in our hearts & missed by all who knew him.
Mandy Addaway
Dave, you were a light to all who met you and you were my sunshine my only sunshine. You made me happy…I love you my brother…until we meet again. Your loving sister, Mandy
Kelly Fuerst
Theresa and Tiffany, I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for the three of you. You’re in my thoughts. ❌⭕️
Kelly
Reg Black
Sad to hear of Dave’s passing. Had the opportunity to play hockey with him and Lew in the “ol guy hockey” in Beausejour for a few years. Lots of laughs. My condolences to his family.
Gail Neduzak
David you were so loved..and will be forever missed.
Theresa and Tiffany, we are keeping you in our thoughts..and wrapping you in warm comforting hugs.
With much love uncle Gary and auntie Gail
Donna Hlady
Very sad to hear of Dave’s passing. Sincere heartfelt condolences to Teresa and Tiffany, the entire Hebert family, and to Frank and Valerie! I will always remember Dave as a fine man…… gone too soon. May all the happy memories you all shared with him be held close in your heart, and find comfort in knowing he is no longer in pain!
Mavis Druzyk
Our heart felt condolences to Teresa and daughter along with Hebert and Skiba family. Prayers for the days ahead for strength and courage to carry forward remembering the great times and the good of this great soul Dave. Always carried himself with pride and a smile for everyone and his happy nature will be remembered by many. Dave will forever remain in your hearts. Let your heart be filled with cherished memories for the days ahead.
Frank Wurr
I’m so very sorry to hear of David’s passing. We were schoolmates and grew up in Fort Garry together. I lived on Marshall Bay and spent a lot of time at the Lannoo residence on Belair Rd.
I have a lot of great memories growing up with David and Scott. Dave was always smiling and was a happy go lucky guy. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to the family.
Darlene Gardiner
Thinking of you Scott and family. Your brother sounds like an amazing man. Keep those great memories close in the days to come.
Arlene and Lou barry
Scott, Rosalie and Jessie thinking of you folks, how sad to lose your dear brother, sending lots of love and strength to you folks at this time, lots of good memories of happy times, may he now rest in peace, lots of love and hugs Arlene and Lou
Jon Ottenson
My deepest sympathies to your family.I have great memories of David.
Margaret (Kowalik) Jones
Valerie and Frank, I was very sad to hear of the news about your son-in-law. He was taken much too soon but is in a better place, free of pain.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Margaret (Kowalik) Jones
Patrick and Louise Lachance
Our most sincere sympathy Margaret and Gerry. Our prayers are with you.
Terry and Leanne Early
Our community has lost another great person. Theresa, Tiffany and family, he really was one of kind. We will miss his smile, his upbeat personality, his sense of humor was the best and he was one of the most sincere people we know. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
kenneth j lubinski
Dave was very friendly and willing to help others. We will miss his big smile and wave when in our back yard.
Teresa and Tiffany, we are very sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cindy and Ken.
Garwood and Judy Robb
We didn’t know Dave but we are so sad to hear of the loss of your brother, Travis, and send condolences to everyone in the family. Losing someone that young, that precious and that meaningful to his friends and family is a greater loss than can ever be imagined. May you all find days ahead a little brighter through your fond memories. We send our thoughts and prayers.
darcy neduzak
Missing you cousin we had such great and fun times when we got together.. your in our thoughts girls,
Peace , love and warm (( hugs))
Darcy , Raelynn and Savana.
Eva Molinski
Very sad to hear of David passing away .
My Deepest Sympathy to all of your family
Will always remember that big smile he had for every one
and always joking around with the family at Xmas time .
Stay Strong , Rest In Peace David
No More Suffering
Fred And Debbie Sallee
So sad died too young, Dave was the guy you instantly liked the moment you met him, will never forget his smile and how nice you felt whenever you spoke to him.
Helene & Lou Savisky
We are saddened to hear of David’s passing. He fought hard to stay but the Lord had other plans. Our thoughts and prayers are.with you Theresa & Tiffany, Margaret & Gerry & the family. The wonderful memories we all have of David shall remain with us until we all meet again. RIP David.
Brenda
This world sucks without you Dave. You were a terrific coach, an awesome friend and and all around great person. Your big smile was always welcome, your giving sweet personality was always present. Say hello to John. You will be missed so much. Brenda Howard and Simon Cade
Donna and Gary Kisiloski
So sorry to hear that Dave has passed away. Our sincere condolences go out to you Theresa, Tiffany and to all the Hebert family.
Wayne,Tracey, Brayden and Jarvis
A truly dedicated husband, father, friend and community member! Your spirit, outlook and wit will absolutely be missed. Rest in peace!
Virginia Kubish
My heart goes out to Theresa, Tiffany, Margaret and Gerry, as losing a loved one , especially so young , is very sad, but you will all have many wonderful memories of a wonder husband, father and son . May God be with you all this most difficult time and my thoughts and prayers are with you also.
Allan and Barbara Merkel
Barb and I offer our most sincere condolences to the family of Dave. We have known him since we moved to Tyndall, and through my connections with him with the Eagles. Dave is truly one the rare, really good guys a person connects with through life. He will be missed by many in this community for his acts of kindness and humour he brought to his relationships. He was taken much too soon.
Theresa and Tiffany, you have many really good memories to help you through this difficult time.
God bless you.
Joe Plazio
Dave was excellent role model. I am greatful for Theresa and Dave looking after me when our family was going through health issues. Dave was a positive person who always had a smile on his face and always was willing to help out. Lots of good memories growing up. Heartfelt condolences to the family.
Sheldon Barkman
We extand Our condolence to you and family.We are thinking and praying for you at this hard time that God may grant you strength and comfort at this time and May he be with you.
Ivan & Elizabeth Bennett & Family
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Terri and Tiffany, Frank and Valerie, and the Skiba and Hebert families on Dave’s untimely passing away. He was so precious to you and everyone else and we share in your pain and great loss. We know that this is a most difficult time for you all and for us as well.
God will bless you all for being there constantly for Dave as he was on this difficult journey. God put His arms around you and give you comfort and peace and may the words of Jesus Himself let you know that you are not alone and will never be forsaken. Jesus said “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” – Matthew 5:4. Jesus keeps all His promises to us.
Sending much love, Auntie Liz, Uncle Ivan, Jason, Heather & Rilynn
Allen Crane
Lost for words..I’ve known Dave over 25
Years. He never had a bad thing to say about
Anyone. He will be missed by all how had the pleasure to meet him……sorry for your loss
We will miss you Dave .
Allen & Helen Crane
Barbara Cellitti
I am so sorry for your profound loss.
Dave was such a joyous, hard working, and caring person. He held a positive attitude and a mischievous smile that will be missed by all those who had the pleasure of meeting him.
Barbara Cellitti
My deepest condolences on your profound loss Terry, Tiffany, and family.
Dave was a joyful, hard working, and caring person.
His positive attitude and a mischievous smile will be greatly missed by all those he met.
Barbara Cellitti
My deepest condolences on your profound loss Terry, Tiffany, and family.
Dave was a joyful, hard working, and caring person.
His positive attitude and mischievous smile will truly be missed by everyone who ever had the pleasure of meeting Dave.
Kim (Kimmy) Rojeski
I am so saddened to heat of the passing of such an amazing man. When i started to come to Tyndall i was blessed that the first petson i met was David and his family. He made me feel so welcome with his smile and big hug. A truly incredible person who i was honored to call my friend . Theresa and Tiffany i am thinking of you and sending my love and big hugs to the two of you xoxo
Norm Hiebert
The world short on good people to make the word a better place. Dave was the gold medal when it came to the best. Loyal, loving, trusting, hard serious worker all to b the best of the best to provide to his family he loved and always made 1st priority. Then, the same to every person that crossed his path, easy going, kind, always ready to lend a helping hand, comfortable and fun to b around. We’ll never know why the best are taken, but sure he’s making his qualities the same wherever he will be. Rest in peace Dave, you’ll be missed by a lot of family, relatives and friends, and know there’s people here to help your family with all their needs to get through this hard time so u can be comfortable & rest. God Bless u and your family during this sad time. You’ll never be forgotten, but very missed and loved for the wonderful man you are.
Norm Hiebert
Nicki Lesik nee (Pronych)
Hi Theresa, this is Nicki Lesik nee (Pronych), not sure if you remember who I am or not!? I went to school with you and David, in BJ. I am sooooo very sorry to hear about his passing. He had such a great sense of humour. He was always friendly and wore a wonderful smile. He pulled some great pranks on people, but all in good fun. I didn’t know that you had a daughter. I can only imagine how great a father and husband he was!! My heart goes out to you and yours. Take care and God Bless.
Kathy Chapiel
Theresa, Tiffany, Val, Frank and family,
So very sad to hear of Dave’s passing. He will forever be remembered for his kind and friendly manner. Dave always greeted everyone with the biggest smile. My thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
Joyce Marozas
David I held you in my arms as a toddler and watched as you become a handsome young man. You were a beautiful, gentle soul and heaven needed you sooner than the rest of us. My heart goes out to you Mom and Dad, Terry and Tiffany. He will be watching over all of you.
Joyce & Al Marozas
Corey Panas
I am so sorry for your loss, Dave was a great person and a great friend.
Thomas Goray
I played hockey with Dave at the Sun Gro Centre every week – I did not hear of his passing until Friday October 13th, when I went to play hockey at Sun Gro for the first time this year
Very sorry to hear of his passing – I was out of hockey for some time, so when I came back to play at the Sun Gro Centre, it was Dave who went out of his way to introduce himself to me and made me feel very welcome
My favorite memory of him is a 2 on 1 we had on the goalie in the last game I played with him – I had the puck and went in on a breakaway, but I saw Dave coming up behind me. I faked a shot and passed the puck between my legs to Dave who just buried it top shelf – we had a great laugh about that one! 😀
Will miss you on my line Dave, I’m sure you are burying pucks top shelf in Heaven
Your friend, Tom Goray
Ladywood MB