Mr. David Vincent Ogemah, age 79 years, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully in his home on Friday, June 27, 2025.
David was born on April 3, 1946 and spent time being raised in both Canada and the USA. He met Donalda Clara Towedo and they were married on November 20, 1964, spending over 57 years making a beautiful life and family together until her passing in 2021. David had a love for all animals, but the many Shihtzus and Pugs he and Donalda had and cared for over the years held a special place in his heart. He was proud of his traditional Native Culture and greatly enjoyed travelling to Pow Wows, where many lifelong friends were made. He also liked to play Bingo and try his luck at various casinos. David's greatest passion was spending time with his children and grandchildren and spending time with them always brought him joy. He was a jokester and was always full of laughter. He was friendly and had the gift of chatting with anyone he met – David was not shy to make friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
David is survived by his daughters Sabrina and Samantha; grandchildren RJ, Marjorie, Jordan (Jordyn) and Jorja as well as 3 great-grandsons, Brenden, Noah, Malachi and 2 great-granddaughters Madeline and Nova. He is also survived by several siblings, nieces and nephews Simeon, Francis, Kenny and Nora; his sisters-in-law Velma, Charlotte and Mary, as well as numerous cousins and other relatives.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Donalda; daughter Wanda; his parents and numerous siblings and extended family.
Funeral Services for David will be held on Friday, July 4, 2025 at 11:00am in the WESTFORT CHAPEL, 420 West Gore Street at James. Interment will follow in St. Andrew's Cemetery, where David will be laid to rest beside Donalda. Visitation for family and friends will be held one hour prior to service time.
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