David Innis West
- October 9, 2024
Passed away peacefully, in his sleep, on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband and best friend to his wife Diana (nee Smith) for 58 years. Loving father to Donald (Darlene), Megan Varsalona (Tony), and Cameron (Christina). Proud grandfather of Dana, Kate, Colin, Luke, and Diana, and cherished great-grandfather of Everleigh.
David will be forever loved and missed by his brothers Ian (Sheila), Alex (Lois), and Neil (Lynn), along with nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. David moved to Grimsby in 1957 from Bruce Mines, Ontario. He attended Grimsby High School, where he excelled in football and met the love of his life, “Di”.
After graduating from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto in 1967, David and Di moved back to Grimsby, where he built the West Chiropractic Clinic on Ontario Street and started their family. Dr. Dave served his patients for 48 years and was very proud that his daughter Dr. Megan and her husband Dr. Tony Varsalona took over his practice. A champion of his profession, David served as President and Chairman of the Board of CMCC.
An avid curler in the winter, David cherished summer holidays at the cottage, fishing and hiking with his family and grandchildren. “The function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.” – Jack London.
Visitation will be held at STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, 11 Mountain Street, GRIMSBY (905-945-2755) on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 3 – 5 p.m. If desired, memorial donations to a charity of choice would be sincerely appreciated by the family.
