David Carruthers

Died: November 27, 2019 | Place: Meadow Park Nursing Home

Obituary

CARRUTHERS, David….

Peacefully with his daughter holding his hand on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Meadow Park Nursing Home, London, David Carruthers passed away in his 88th year. Beloved husband of the late Mildred Carruthers (2006). Loving and supportive dad of Elizabeth & Glenn Parsons, Bruce & Margaret Carruthers and David & Carol Carruthers. Proud and devoted Grumpa of Jennifer & Steven and grandfather of Emily, Greg, Andrea and Lauren. Dear brother of Cathy & Ken McHarg, Bill (deceased) & Marlene Carruthers, Bobby & Pat Riendeau, Jack (deceased) & Muriel Carruthers and Rita Riendeau Hlibchuck (deceased). Favourite Uncle to Kevin & Sue McHarg and cousins Helen & Brian Riley. Missed by his companion Christine Handfield, his buddies Stan & Mark and his sidekick and therapy dog “Murray”.

Dad was a Veteran and served his country in the Navy. He was an entrepreneur who supported his family through his many businesses and ideas. Spontaneous at heart, dad was larger than life, was a big tease and never stopped supporting his children and grandchildren, whatever their passion was.

Cremation has taken place. Those wishing to make a donation in David’s memory are asked to consider the St. John’s Ambulance Dog Therapy Program, Southwestern Ontario Branch, 741 King Street, London, ON N5W 2X2. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

5 Comments

  1. Helen Riley...and Brian November 28, 2019 at 4:23 pm

    A whole life time of memories. I can hear you even now telling me to get this right cause its forever. You having a T.V. in your car back in the 60s for travels down from Sudbury. You grabbing the leftover turnip casserole dish and eating it with the voice of cookie monster only you…”turnip monster”. You popping your head into the back seat of moms car to give me a hug in your pilot uniform when we met up with you at the airport, again I think late 60s. You with the biggest laugh and smile when something cracked you up. You teasing me without mercy for wearing Bills boxers sunbathing. You giving me “the look ” if i was being a pain to mom. You being so sweet, loving and sincere at just the right times. You telling me stories of your antics with my dad (priceless). You being the last of the generation before me, that knew me as a child. I know you are in a wonderful place catching up with people you havent seen in decades, hope you give some a huge hug from me. It was nice just knowing you were there , even though we weren’t in touch that often. God Bless you Big Dave, you gave life your all and you deserve your rest…..

  2. Bill Larose November 28, 2019 at 11:30 pm

    I am also a cousin of Dave and due to my relocation to British Columbia I have lost touch with him and his family for many years. Despite the distance in time and miles I have fond memories of Dave that I wish to share. First and foremost he had a kindness about him which he showed in particular towards my late mother, Mary Larose as she ailed in her final years. He was also ” larger then life” presence with a booming voice that usually involved laughter. On a totally different front I remember him for enjoying his food, once devouring a casserole dish of mashed turnips that mother made all on his own. I extend my sympathies to his children David, Bruce and Beth all of whom I grew up knowing. You had a great dad who will me missed.

  3. Lin & Al Burr December 4, 2019 at 4:56 pm

    My dearest Carruthers family it is with heavy hearts that we send our sincerest condolences and deepest sympathies.

    Having Dave as a colleague, friend, and trusted confidant for more than 45 years was a welcome enrichment to our lives.

    Fond memories of many adventures, and some misadventures, will hold him close to our thoughts and dear to our hearts.

    God bless each of you.

    Love,
    Lin& Al (Burr)

  4. Rev. Don & Helen Keenliside December 5, 2019 at 10:51 am

    We send our heartfelt sympathies to Beth and her family, wishing you may experience the shalom of God even as you mourn.

  5. Dr. Jo Ann Silcox December 11, 2019 at 12:01 pm

    Beth, my heart goes out to in the loss of your Dad.
    Fondly
    Jo

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