Passed away peacefully with family by his side on May 1, 2022 at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie at the age of 68. Loving partner to Yvonne O’Brian. Dearly missed and devoted father to Candace Ellis (Darrell-deceased) and Kayla Ellis (Aaron). Cherished Grandfather to Chase, Avery, Nathan and Callie. Predeceased by his parents, Roy (1993) and Doris (1997) Ellis. As well as his siblings; Shirley, Robert (Doreen) and Douglas. Survived and sorely missed by his siblings Dennis (Marg), Arthur (Linda), Sharyn, Diane, Beverly-Anne (Roy), Eleanor, Roy, and Debra (Daryle). He will be sincerely missed by his loving family and many friends. As per his wishes, Dave has been cremated and a celebration of life will take place at a later date. If desired, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke foundation or the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie .