DAVID LESLIE MORAN

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

• Dear Elaine and Family. We apologies firstly but due to us not getting the paper we did not know of the passing of a good Friend, until we received this years Christmas card Elaine.. Dave and I (Candice) worked together in the mid 70's at A.E.I. Telecommunications for many years. He was always seen with a smile on his face and humor on his lips. His adventures always fascinating to listen to. It was so nice once we moved back to Manitoba and just down from each other on the Lee River to have reconnected and 99 .9 percent of the time he would always stop and talk when I sold my wares at the Lac Du Bonnet Farms Market for all those years. You will be Miss Sir, In Love and Friendship Candy and Mel - Posted by: Candice and Mel Holmes (Friends) on: Dec 18, 2020

• Through many years of sharing a love of orchids, and the close bond formed by folks who work together at something they truly enjoy, Roselyn and I came to have great respect and admiration for Dave. Certainly the Manitoba Orchid Society owes a great debt of gratitude for the leadership Dave provided as he worked his way through every position from Show Chair to Auctioneer, President, and every other job that needed filling. He was simply outstanding at all he took on. One of my favourite memories is of a conversation with David regarding his garden, and comparing methods of growing things other than orchids. We talked about composting and first thing you know we were in his basement inspecting his thriving vermicomposting system and discussing the relative merits of genuine Red Wiggler worms. A couple of months later, when the weather had warmed, I came home one day and my daughter Roselyn told me that Dave had called and my bucket of worms were ready for pick up. I had completely forgotten, but Dave had not! So off to Bird’s Hill we drove and Dave proudly presented me with a five gallon pail of squirmy goodness. I remember him telling me that these were tropical worms so they needed to be kept inside year round and not to use them for fishing because the fish don’t like them. I am proud to say that, years later, the worm bin is still thriving in the laundry room, turning my tea bags and produce bits and pieces into a never-ending source of fine worm castings (poop) for my plants. Thank you much Dave! Always ready with his quick wit and brilliant smile Dave could quickly charm a reporter or quietly take the time to encourage a young orchid grower just starting out on a new hobby. He was incredibly generous with his time, his energy, and his genuine compassion for the needs of others. I know I speak for all those friends at the MOS who, due to the current situation, will not be there at the funeral to offer condolences in person to our dear friend Elaine, and their family. We will miss you, our Hawaiian-shirted buddy. Beyond the struggles of this earth, God grant you peace my friend. Denise and Roselyn - Posted by: Denise Fortier (Friend) on: Jul 09, 2020

• Dave was a true gentleman who went out of his way to support his co-workers, customers and all those he met in his personal activities. I had the privilege of working with Dave twice: at AML Wireless and GPT. It was pleasure working with him and I have many good memories including a road trip we took to Minnesota to service MMDS equipment. Rosa and I are grateful for the enthusiastic advice he provided about growing orchids. Our condolences to Elaine and family. - Posted by: Kirby Jaman (co-worker) on: Jul 08, 2020

• Dave was a dedicated member of our church with many years of history behind him. I enjoyed our years sharing various leadership positions together at St. Martin's. He will be remembered and missed by many. Condolences to you Elaine, to Wendy, Laurie and Tim and your families. Blessings Leslie - Posted by: Leslie Pelser (Fellow member of St. Martin in the Fields Anglican Church') on: Jul 08, 2020

• I also wish to give my condolences to you Elaine and the rest of your family. He will be missed by so many. - Posted by: Monica De Wit (friend from the orchid shows of the MOS) on: Jul 07, 2020

• I will always remember him in his Panama hat, his constant smile and the way he handled the auction at the awards banquet. He was always ready to lend a hand. - Posted by: Monica De Wit (friend from the orchid shows of the MOS) on: Jul 07, 2020

• Sorry to hear about your loss of Dave. Always a smile on his face is how I remember him from the EK YMCA. - Posted by: Karin Brewer (friend) on: Jul 07, 2020

• Elaine - Reading of David's passing brought back memories of our childhood: camping with your parents & brother, riding our bikes all over WK, catching turtles at your grandfather's place on the river, and square dancing in the Moran basement, of course. We were lucky to share such carefree days. Hard to believe it was so long ago. It is sad that you have lost David. It is good to know you have family to comfort you. Thinking of you, Myrna, White Rock, BC - Posted by: Myrna (nee Schultz) McGregor (Childhood friend) on: Jul 06, 2020

• For all the years I've know the both of you, I've said, Elaine, that man of yours should be cloned. Needless to say I thought he was a great guy. My condolences to the whole family. - Posted by: Dorothy Bailey (Friend) on: Jul 04, 2020