Went to his eternal home after a short and fierce battle with cancer, at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton Alberta. So much love and gratitude to the medical support team who kept David as comfortable as possible in his final weeks.
Older brother to Melinda, Ian (Joanne), Bruce, William (Mary), Sandra (Rick), Jeffery (Brenda), Amanda (Chris), Eric (Dawn), and Julie. First-born son to the late, Ben Kohn, and the late, Marnie (Alexander) Kohn.
Will be missed by his friends and colleagues at Beothuck Trailers in Edmonton, and by friends, relatives, and fellow worshippers in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Connors Hill ward in Edmonton.
Remembered as compassionate and concerned for others, always looking for ways to serve and assist. He was interested and curious about many things: he loved nature, physical activity, Culture – particularly Indigenous Culture, and Arts – especially MUSIC. In recent years, he was on a healing journey, physically and spiritually.
Always in our hearts.
Jennifer Spencer says
Years ago David attended Forest Heights Ward and he was a dedicated member of our choir. His enthusiasm was appreciated and his ‘right on’ voice was needed. I express my condolences to his family.
Martin Kerr says
Honoured to have met you on this earthly journey David. Thank you for your sincerity and generous heart. Wishing you peace throughout the worlds beyond.
Thelma Pirot says
Dave was a fine man, with whom to take a gentle walk. We both appreciated trees and flowers and seeing how many things had changed. It was good to sing along with him at Church meetings and social activities. But mostly I will miss Dave for saving me a spot on his blanket at Edmonton Folk Festival. We would sing along together with Roberta and whoever else showed up on the Hill. My attendance at Folk Fest will continue and Dave will always be remembered there, especially when searching for a comfortable place to rest and chat.
Alice Slaughter says
Well, my long-time friend, I am so glad that I was able to see you last summer when I made a hometown visit. I will always remember you for your childlike wonder, enthusiam to serve and participate, your kind, gentle, demeanor and patience. The news of your illness and passing was certainly surprising but I am glad that your trial was somewhat brief. I am grateful to have known you these past 40ish years. You have enriched my life and those of many others. Thank you.
Until we meet again…
Roberta Bailey says
Today is Dave’s birthday, 19 January. The time since he left us seems barely to have passed. I have come to know some of his family, offered condolences, shared stories, reminisced with friends. After all the many decades of friendship, Dave and I had connected again in an ongoing way… long walks, deep conversation, so much music and nature and sharing of the Spirit. As we discovered all parts of town to roam, or ramble in the River Valley on our Wednesday walks, our conversations became more like bearing testimonies of God’s divine hand in all things, and of the love of our Saviour. I am confident that Dave now feels how deeply and personally the Lord loves him.
We worked together on our healing journeys. We made a lot of plans, but I guess those will have to wait a while. I will continue to search for ways to explore the way we used to – to enjoy musical experiences the way we used to – to observe life’s complexities and adventures, the way we used to together. I salute you, my dear friend. Until we sing together again….