It is with great sadness that the family of Dave McGlynn, 71, announce his peaceful passing at LHSC – University Hospital in London on the same day of his birth, April 10, 2020. Dave will be lovingly remembered by Joan (Tiffin) McGlynn, his wife of over 43 years, and his children, Wayne (Meghan) and Janet (James Riehl) McGlynn. He will also be dearly missed by sisters Doris (Frank) Sachs, and Ruth (Bob) Gooding; sisters-in-law; Juanita McGlynn, Mary McGlynn, Fran McGlynn; sister-in-law Shirley Snowden, and brother-in-law Joe Tiffin Jr., as well as extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Lawrence “Lorne” and Eva (Willie) McGlynn, and brothers Lloyd (Jean Schumacher), Bruce, James, Ern (Mary), Art, and Dan.
Born in Tillsonburg, Dave moved to the Teeswater area at the age of one where he grew up on the family farm and attended a one-room schoolhouse in Culross Township. After graduating from F.E. Madill High School, he specialized in the trade of plumbing at Fanshawe College and began his career in Kitchener with Paton Brothers in 1969. Dave married his life-long partner Joan on January 15th, 1977 and welcomed his son and daughter in May ‘78 and April ’79, consecutively. Dave, along with his wife, started McGlynn Plumbing Ltd. in 1983 which flourished until he semi-retired in Belfast (ON) in 2006; once a cottage, now a home, he built with his family. After 46 years in the plumbing trade, he officially retired in 2015 and moved to Lucan.
Dave was an ambitious, hard-working man with a lust for life, an imagination to dream, and the determination to achieve, with too many hobbies to list. Above all, time spent with family and friends is what filled his heart. His personality was larger than life, his laughter contagious, and his unique way of expressing himself a memory that will remain with us forever.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be arranged once family and friends are able to come together—just as Dave would have wanted. The family welcomes you to share your memories from days gone by and to correspond regarding the upcoming celebration via email at ForeverDave1949@gmail.com
Memorial donations to Parkinson Society of Southwestern Ontario, Arthritis Society, or Lymphoma Canada. would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Ron and Mary Helen Blue
Joan and family
Ron and I are. so sorry for your loss. We know that Dave was a loving husband and father.
Do take care of yourselves. You have a lot of good memories to share.
Lisa Hendrigan
Joan, Wayne, Janet and family,
We are very sorry for your loss.
Dave was a wonderful neighbour and will be sadly missed.
Terry, Lisa, Halle & Hania Hendrigan
Kathy Jarvis
Condolences to you and your family at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all!
Bill and Kathy Jarvis
Helen MacFarlane
Thinking of you and your family in the days and weeks ahead. Take care
Barry Tiffin
My deepest sympathy to you Joan in the passing of your dear husband and partner Dave. My deepest sympathy also to Janet, James, Wayne and Meghan. Thinking of you all at this time. Many blessings to you all and keep strong.
Bob & Bev Colvin
Joan, Janet, Jamie, Wayne and Megan,
We a re so sorry for your loss.
We have lost a godd friend and will cherish our memories.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob & Bev Colvin
Frances McGlynn
Art and I were very fortunate to have Dave as a brother/brother-in-law. We enjoyed many good times with Dave and Joan. We fondly remember the many family gatherings they hosted in Belfast. His kind, laid-back personality was very endearing! May he rest in peace.
Pat Rumig
Joan, Wayne ,Janet and families. Sorry for the loss of a truly great guy.So many memories and to numerous to mention. Waterloo and Belfast. Never a dull moment when Dave was around.Hugs to you all.Pat Rumig
Allan Scott
Joan, Wayne, Janet
We are so very sorry to hear about Dave, we certainly remember many many great times together. Playing cards, have a few beer and always having fun. Our condolences to you Joan and family in this time.
Allan, Marilyn, Kennedy, Sadie your Belfast friends.
Shaji Chacko
Joan, Wayne, Janet and families
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We will surely miss the presence of a truly lovable and kind person. May God embrace you in comfort during this difficult time.
Shaji Chacko, Pushpamma & Sharon
Andrew and Judy Prokopowycz
Our deepest sympathy to Joan, Janet ,Wayne and family. Many years ago I was Dave and Joan’s mailman…then eventually Dave became my plumber…and now Wayne! The greatest plumbers ever!! Words can’t express how sorry we are for your loss! Rest in peace Dave.
Shirley Vavasour
Joan, Wayne, Janet, Megan and Jamie,
Our deepest condolences are extended to your family. It is with great saddness in our heart, especially at this most difficult time, to hear of Dave’s passing. There will be a void in the McGlynn family that’s for sure. Dave was definitely a hoot. Remembering Dave, Dan and their buddies visiting our family home (Ernie&Mary) teasing us kids. The early days of snowmobiling the country trails for the hotel run. The New Years Eve party at the farm where I lost my first job to attend. Always will remember his smile, zest and laughter of life.
Memories cannot be stolen. Recall them in your most diffult times.
Virtual hug to all.
Shirley (neice) and Gord Vavasour
Doug and Kerry McNee
Dear Joan and family,
We were very sorry to hear about Dave
Our thoughts are with you
Sincerely,
Doug and Kerry (Thompson) McNee
Don Pawelko
It was a pleasure to have shared many good times with Dave Joan Wayne and Janet . All the best Donnie
Jean Culliton
So sorry for your deep loss, Joan and families. Always had a smile on his face when we met over the years. Memories of school days on the 2nd concession of Culross. Our thoughts and prayers are with you to help you through this very difficult time.
Brenda Wilton
Joan , my deepest sympathy to you and your family. i am one of Joe and Ruth King’s children and have many fond memories of living on the 2nd of Culross and being a neighbour of the Tiffin’s as well as attending school at SS # 2 with Dave and Dan. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Brenda (King) Wilton
Don Mahood
Joan my sincere sympathies to your family – so sorry for you – thinking of you in this difficult time – Don Mahood
Barb Towns
Janet, Wayne, Joan and family…. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Remembering all the fun we had on the Erbsville Road, and out in Belfast. Far to many memories to share in a small condolence. Dave was a unique and funny man… many talents and many a good times had. Giving you long distance hugs today… but not for long, we will gather soon.
The Bervie Bandit…(nee Ripley Bandit) aka short stuff… :)
Phylis and Kevin O’Malley
Dear Joan and family. Our deepest condolences on your loss. May Dave R.I.P. with the blessings of the Lord. Joan, I am Bill and Reba Schneider’s daughter, I have a lot of fond memories of you when I was growing up. Phylis and Kevin O’Malley
Fred & Darlene Schiestel
Our condolences to you Joan & Family
May the memories last forever.
Our prayers are with you.
Fred & Darlene Schiestel.
Kathryn Ashe
Words can’t really say how sorry I am for your loss, especially right now. Thank you for letting me be a part of your memories. Your Dad was a beautiful soul. Sending warm thoughts and hugs
Joyce Byrne
So sorry to hear this sad news. Dave was larger than life itself. The photos show how much he enjoyed life and how well he lived it. I remember when I sold Dave and Joan their house in Lucan. Dave was always cracking jokes and enjoying the process. My condolences to the family at what is a difficult time made more difficult by the virus.
Ray & Sue Heffernan
Joan & Family,
So Sorry to hear of Dave’s passing, I got to know him a little while coming to house to do Joan’s hair, He seemed like a Happy Guy always a story about days gone bye. My Sincere Sympathy may your memories help you through this very difficult time.
Sue Heffernan
Arthur Wagar
Dave was very well known in the Plumbing Industry , which is where I met Him. He always had a smile, and made you feel welcome. Gone but not forgotten. RIP my friend. Cheers A
Carol Hardy
I enjoyed my visits with David. He was a unique personality. My sincere sympathy.
Carol Hardy
Angela Hodgson
Janet, Jamie and your family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of your father’s passing. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories you have.
Love
Joe, Angela, Madison and Jackson
Carolien Bane
Joan, Janet, Wayne, Megan, Jamie
Please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of a wonderful friend. We had many a good chats and jokes in the last few years. Dave had become a dear friend to both of us along with Joan. Hold on to all your good memories as they will get you all through this difficult time in your lives. We truly will not forget this remarkable man and the friendship that has developed in our family. We will definitely miss him on our street.
Carolien and Pat Bane.
Ron and Marie McGlynn
Joan, Wayne, Janet and families
Sorry for your loss, Dave will be remembered by everyone that every meant him.
Ron, Marie and Sarah McGlynn