Obituary of David James Whyte

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of David James Whyte of Stoney Creek at the age of 88. Dave is survived by his loving wife Joan who has been by his side for 66 wonderful years of marriage. Also survived by his faithful daughter Carolyn and son-in-law Craig Taylor. He was predeceased by his loving son David Charles, whom he loved and missed dearly. Dave loved his family and was proud to be Poppa to Jaclyn, David, Taylor, Kendal, Lee (Libby), Adam and Great Poppa to his great-granddaughter Stevie Lee. He was son of the late David and Catherine (McLaughlin) Whyte and his in-laws Harry and Mary Cooper. Dave was also predeceased by his loving sisters Margaret Piva and Marilyn Mecke and brothers-in-law William Cooper and Gene Piva. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who all expressed their love to Uncle Dave. Dave was a salesman and manager for almost 30 years with Canadian Pittsburgh Industries (CPI). He continued in the glass business with his own company, Whyte Glass Ltd. in Hamilton. Dave and Joan have resided in their home for the last 62 years. Many thanks to faithful neighbours, who with their help, allowed Dad and Mom to stay in their home for all those years. As more than one person said on hearing of his passing, “Everyone loved Dave”. No truer words were spoken. Friends will be received at the Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek, on Friday, October 28th from 5-8 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, October 29th at 11 a.m. Interment White Chapel Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy, donations to McMaster Children’s Hospital, would be appreciated. Online condolences and notes of sympathy may be left at www.donaldvbrown.ca