David Wayne Strachan

With a sad heart, we announce the passing of David Wayne Strachan. On November 29, 2019 David left this world with his family at his side after a brave battle with a rare autoimmune disease called Dermatomyositis.

Born on October 4, 1955 David was a committed and loyal husband and father. He lived life as a passionate man. He was generous, hardworking and resourceful; always keen to build the dreamed up creations of his wife and daughter and had a playful attitude toward life. David’s laugh, kind eyes, and notorious mustache will be remembered by those who loved him. David held a unique sense of style that included wearing socks with sandals and his many hats.

David worked as a welder for the majority of his life, a profession he perfected over the 30 plus years of his career. In his spare time he used these skills to repurpose various antiques, scrap metal, and other treasures he found into useful and creative objects. He was also a member of Scouts Canada as a scout leader for the 84th Scout Troop. Many will remember him fondly as “Scouter Dave”. In his later years, he enjoyed making time to spend with his wife taking leisurely strolls, working in the garden together, and traveling together.

David was predeceased by his father Frank Strachan and father-in-law Ross Boutin. He leaves behind his wife, Myriam, and four children Christopher (Monique), Steven, Melissa and Tiffany. He leaves behind his mother Mabel, sister Beryl, and two brothers Melvin (Teresa) and Vernon (Teresa). David was a proud grandfather to 8 grandchildren Norah, Hayden, Ryder, Cohen, Vedder, Kyrie, Arlo and Elise; and 2 fur-grandchildren Nixon and Phoenix. He is also survived by his mother-in-law Bertha Boutin and many nieces and nephews.

As David wished, there will be a Celebration of his Life held on his birthday, October 4, 2020. Details will be posted at a later date. The family would like to thank the dedicated ICU staff at Regina Pasqua Hospital for the care they provided during his short stay there. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospitals of Regina Foundation, https://www.hrf.sk.ca/