With deep sadness we announce the sudden death of David Heggie, age 75, at his home in Bolton. Loving father of Alison Row (David) and Anna Roch (Neil). Cherished grandfather, fishing mentor, tireless ping pong, croquet, and board game companion of Katherine, Sullivan, Thomas, Graeme, Liam and Jessica. Former husband, life-long friend, loving partner of Susan Gowans. Brother of Jane (George), Rosemary (George) and Andrew. Uncle to Sarah, Rachel, Amy and Ian.
David was one-of-a-kind: unconventional, too smart for his own good, and side-splittingly funny. He loved life and was drawn towards searching for answers to its mysteries and deeper questions. A poet, avid reader, Scrabble expert, tea connoisseur, canoeist, nature lover, horse-racing enthusiast and past motorcycle aficionado, David’s interests were wide and varied. He approached life with a lively, generous and helpful spirit. He was a great listener and conversationalist, and a loyal friend. He could listen intently to others and find the perfect words of wisdom, kindness, and of course, trademark humour, to lighten or clarify any situation.
His wisdom, love and kindness will be greatly missed and always remembered.
If desired, donations may be made in David’s memory to the Muskoka Conservancy or the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Heather Row
We will all miss David and his beautiful spunk. Love to all. Xoxo Brampton Rows
Susan Harley
Condolences to David’s family and the people who loved him. His uniqueness will be so missed. He introduced me to some of the best friends I’ve ever made and I have wonderful memories of our summers in Muskoka. He will be sorely missed.
Darlene Row
David will be dearly missed. He always brought fun and laughter to every gathering. He loved his family deeply and was always an active participant in all the family activities. I will miss his fun-loving ways and spirited conversations. Love, Darlene Row
Sue and Glenn Williams
What a beautiful account of a very special person who will be so missed my so many.
Thinking of you all and wishing you great strength and comfort. With love ❤️
Mark Mansfield
About David
When I was a free bird, David just let me be free and didn’t judge.
When I was dark, he would appear at my back porch at 3214 Yonge and keep me company.
and Yes, we would go to Woodbine together – sometimes just to hold each other’s hand.
A truly beloved soul in my life. It has always torn me apart that he lost Anthia – I know it broke him.
One of our group;. I’m in heavy tears even writing this
Love Mark
Craig Nakamoto
Condolences to David’s family. I did not know him well, but it was clear that he was a very special person and one of my Mom’s favourite cousins.
Jeannine Hanibal
I did not know David, but my dear friend Sheila speaks lovingly of him. Reading this beautiful obituary today has moved me to tears. I know there will be both tears and laughter at his memorial.
Kim Blok-Andersen
I just read this.
David was my roommate at UWO in London
He also worked with me one Summer in Sarnia.
I tried to find him over the years but never did, life’s daily challenges always seemed to interfere
He was a genius and eccentric and I always treasured our time spent together
Don Perry
To David family and friends–Very sorry to hear about David’s passing!!!!
i very much liked hanging out with him and his brother Andy (my Buddy), playing ping pong, at their old family cottage in Port Sydney in Muskoka!
R.I.P David
** note—if anyone is in contact with Andy, could you please give him my e-mail address and ask him to contact me!
my e-mail is Donthecheese @ yahoo.ca thank you! and sorry again!!