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David Lee Van Arkel

1970 - 2024

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1:00 pm

Friday, June 28, 2024

St. Marys Cemetery

150 Cain St.

St. Marys, Ontario, Canada

519-284-2859

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Shirley cook posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

To David s family and friends , we are sorry to hear of David’s passing . Barry and Shirley cook .

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Sal shaw posted a condolence

Thursday, June 27, 2024

My deepest sympathies I’ll always remember Dave with the memories we shared, I’m thankful we had the chance to catch up and chat in the past few years! Rest in peace, my sweet friend you’ll be missed ❤️

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Thursday, June 27, 2024

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David and I were friends for life , I will miss his humor, his love for music, and of course his love for the ladies. He had moments , but we all do . Makes life interesting to say the least . My heart goes out to Madison for her loss. Deepest condolences sweet thing. Stay strong remember good and bad times and allow yourself to mourn it helps you heal. Love always and forever , now yous all are together as a family I miss you all with all my heart.

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Sal shaw Posted Jun 27, 2024 at 11:52 PM

My deepest sympathies girl, we all had a lot of memories thinking of you all. Reach out I’d love ❤️ to from you girl

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Nicole posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Dave and I knew each other well before working together, we spent many times talking about everything and nothing at all. Always good for a smile and laugh when needed. My heart goes out to Maddison and the rest.of his friends and loved ones. He is going to be missed by so so many Much love, Nicole, Kevin and India

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Shannon posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Dave was one of very few people who, whe he asked how u we’re doing actually wanted to know! My condolences to the family. May angels lead you in.

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StarrAnne posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Davey wore his heart on his sleeve because it was too big to be contained. He carried me through some of the hardest times of our lives. One of the people I love most in my life. He is missed so deeply. There are many who share in his loss because of who he was.

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Cleaver-Brooks Stratford donated to HEART STROKE FOUNDATION CANADA / FONDATION DES MALADIES DU COEUR ET DE LAVC DU CANADA

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

With our deepest sympathies, from the employees at Cleaver-Brooks Stratford.

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Big Show posted a condolence

Monday, June 24, 2024

Mr Van Arkle you are the reason I walk into and new to you or restore to find a project something awesome for you to work your magic and restore it. You were a guy who inspired me and I will miss you. Thanks Dave for being the no b.s telling it like it was. See ya

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Jay MacPherson posted a condolence

Monday, June 24, 2024

Dave was a good man with a big heart. He loved his daughter, loved his music, and loved his friends. Sending love to all who loved him. He will be missed. ❤️

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Trevor posted a condolence

Monday, June 24, 2024

Dave was a sweet guy. He liked simple things that worked well. He was searcher looking for new pleasures in music and machinery. He was skilled but humble and a genuinely friendly guy. It’s sad that he won’t be biking around town.

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Natalie posted a condolence

Monday, June 24, 2024

My brother from another mother, I’m gonna miss you so much Dave. Always there for your friends no matter what and always making and creating special gifts for the people that meant something to you. I will cherish my Elvis clock you made me forever. Love always, Natalie and Charlie

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Dave stock Posted Jun 24, 2024 at 5:03 PM

David Thanks for the great memories spinning and shopping for vynil all the drop in visits and loving the homemade cookies and the mancave decorations that adorn the walls it screams you name I will always have you in my thoughts Miss you Dave

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John Cuerden posted a condolence

Monday, June 24, 2024

Dave, we worked together, and played together, we had some amazing conversations, you enriched my life, your amazing ability to make art from bits and pieces, restored furniture sometimes even salvaged pieces that would otherwise been tossed. We had some fun in the little sailboat at wildwood . You will be missed by many people, Rest in Piece man.

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Chris Callander posted a condolence

Monday, June 24, 2024

We grew up together. David came to my birthday parties. Even when we weren’t close, I could always count on him for a smile that would brighten my day. He was a deep thinker and we tried our best to make sense of it all. We last connected in 1996 over a coffee. By remembering him, I will help to keep his memory alive. (Christie Hustler)

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Rose Morris posted a condolence

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Oh my gosh. This is very shocking news. I can't believe it. My sincere condolences go out to his daughter and family. You are all in my Thoughts & Prayers. Dave was a fun guy to be around he really did have good intentions. May you RIP brother. You will missed. To young. Rose Morris

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Maryanne dingman posted a condolence

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Sending our deepest condolences to Madison, and family members, in the loss of your beloved Dad. Cherish the memories of happy times you shared together, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Gary & Mary-Anne & family

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joan clarke posted a condolence

Saturday, June 22, 2024

met Dave in 1998 while working at Dresdan. we became friends instantly. such a beautiful soul. far too many good times to single one out rip Dave xo

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Ashleigh Graham donated to THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF KITCHENER WATERLOO & STRATFORD PERTH

Saturday, June 22, 2024

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Saturday, June 22, 2024

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