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David "Dave" Durley

Born

March 16, 1957

Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Died

September 21, 2021

Sarnia, Ontario

Obituary

Durley, David "Dave" Wayne
Suddenly, on Tuesday September 21, 2021, at Bluewater Health in Sarnia, at the age of 64. Dave was the beloved husband of Kathy for 27 years, together for 41. Loving father of Marc Gauthier, Tyler Durley, and Mikayla Durley (Riley Green), and to his furry pickle buddies Oscar, Jax and Axel. Cherished grandfather of Noah and Paige. Survived by his siblings Don (Terry), John, Cherry Durley, and Cyndi Callum (Jamie) and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Alphonse & Cecilia Durley, and his sister-in-law Melody Durley. Dave was a member of the I.U.O.E. Local 793 for 35 years and enjoyed his work with Sterling Crane in Corunna. In his free time Dave enjoyed his motorcycle, going on rides, and entertaining his many friends in his garage. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Dave's Life will follow at a later date. Remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family online in "Dave's Guestbook" at mccormackfuneralhomesarnia.com.

Visitation & Services

Saturday October 2, 2021.

A Celebration of Dave's Life

No Services

Disposition

Lakeview Crematorium

Donations

Cheques only please,
will be received at the funeral home

Cremation

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Family Memories

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Condolences

Dave was such a great person. Cannot believe this. Sending you hugs and prayers. Dur Dur you will be missed with that huge smile and personality RIP our friend.
Buckwheat and Shawn

Kathy, I send my condolences, to you and your family. Its so hard to lose your life’s partner. Take comfort from your kids, friends and family. Love Sue
SUE HAWCO

Kathy and Family - So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Gary has many great memories of working and traveling with Dave. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Gary and Millie Dobbin
GARY AND MILLIE DOBBIN

We were both sadden to hear of Dave passing, and send the family lots of hugs. CHEERS to a awesome man.
DALE AND CHRISTINE BUCKLEY

So sorry to hear this sad news Kathy, I am great full for the happy memories of the fun times we had, thinking of you and your family and sending you hugs.
KAREN FLUMERFELT

A very skilled O/E, great with the customers, and always entertaining. Thanks for all the laughs Dave. See you again.
G. BARR

Sorry to hear of Dave's passing, we had a lot fun growing up together in the south end. I always enjoyed dropping in and having a cold one in the garage and sharing a few laughs.
RIP Dave
SAM BEST

Sending my deepest condolences to the family
CHERYL WATERS

My deepest condolences Kathy to you and your family. I’ve known Dave since he was in grade school.A kind man with many friends and will be missed dearly.
RAY CROTEAU (RAZAR)

So sorry for your loss.❤️
HOLLY HUGGETT

Our most sincere condolences Kathy, Marco, Tyler, Makayla and all of yours.
I first (experienced) Dave at park lane motors back in the seventies, pullin' wrenches by day, tippin' cold ones by night lol.
we always remaind great friends. Many a good time was had by all who knew Dave and he'll be remembered in my heart that way.
Gonna miss you brother!
Kathy and all, be well.
Love you's all.
Ted , Rhys and Chloe.
TED VANDERZON & FAM

So sorry to hear of Daves passing, he was a great guy to work with at Nova, he had a great sense of humor and always had a smile, my condolences to the family as he will be greatly missed by all who knew him, Rest In Peace Dave.
JAMES MAC DONALD

I remember going to grade school with Dave in the 60's. A lot of time and miles have past since then. Rest In Peace Dave.
KIP GARDINER

You never be forgotten my friend many a laughs we did have when I eat black licorice I will think of you fly free you are at peace Kathy and family you know my heart is always with you I love you all 💖💖💝
KAREN MELOCHE

So sorry to hear of Daves passing, GREAT GUY, hard to believe the guy you worked with , rolled down the road with in a pack, and sat to have a cold one with when the occasion rose would be leaving your crew and miss the opportunity say good bye.. Davey..my glass is held high ..cheers ..ride on ..till we meet again .. rip
JAY STEWART

Kathy, condolences to you and your family on Dave’s passing way too young.
MARLENE SCHOFIELD

So sorry and surprised to here of Dave's passing way to young. We had a lot of laughs together over the years RIP Dave.
JOHN REDDEN

R>I>P Dave
BILL BOYLE

David you were a great guy and will be missed by many people RIP big fella
BRAD SISLER

Always enjoy working with Dave. We had a lot of fun together . Will be deeply miss. May you RIP my friend Till we meet again. P.S. I'll bring the coffee
BILL HENDERSON

My sincere condolences to the Durley family R.I.P Dave
MICHAEL WARD

dave was one of a kind. one of the funniest guys I know.he will be greatly missed.my prayers and condolences to the family
JOE PRANTERA

So sorry John to hear of your brother’s passing.
Our deepest condolences go out to the entire family.
May he Rest In Peace
Rob & Sue
ROBERT PERRON

Durley family, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. May he rest peacefully.
LAURIE DUARTE

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