David Frain

A photo of David Frain

Visitation:

Blenheim Community Funeral Home
Thursday October 14, 2021
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Friday October 15, 2021
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Please call the Funeral Home for
a scheduled visitation time. Face
coverings are required.

David Curtis Frain, affectionately known as “Frainer” passed away at home on Sunday October 10, 2021.  He is survived by the people he loved most in life; his wife Ruth Anne (Walker) Frain, his son Matthew & Laurie (Hawley) Frain and his number one grandson Alex or “little Frainer” who he loved beyond measure.

He will also be remembered fondly by his sisters-in-law who he considered to be his own sisters; Betty Jean Marchand (Don) and Rose Marie Finlay (Bob).  He was predeceased by his sister-in-law Mary Lou McCreery (survived by Guy) and by his parents Alexander & Dorothy Margaret “Peggy” Frain.  He is survived by many nieces and nephews.

Dave was a sports enthusiast.  He coached and played hockey, eventually becoming a spectator and number one fan for Matt and Alex.  He also played golf and baseball.  In his retirement years he took up woodworking and made things for his entire family.

Cremation has taken place.  Visitation for Dave will be held at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home on Thursday evening from 7 – 9 p.m. and again on Friday from 10 a.m. until noon.  A private family funeral will be held.

Friends wishing to remember Dave with a memorial service are encouraged to support the Blenheim Blades because they were always important to him or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Friends wishing to attend visitation for Dave are asked to call the Funeral Home at 519-676-9200 for a scheduled time.  Face coverings will be required.

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Our sincere condolences. Will be missed

Sorry this is late......... just heard about his passing............ worked with Dave for a few years and he always had a quick answer..........usually wrong thou........... will be missed

I’m so very sorry to have just read of Dave’s passing RuthAnne. I so enjoyed his humour at the bridge table at the senior centre. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family.

RuthAnne and Family, We are so very sorry to read of Dave’s passing. Our deepest sympathies. Jack & Katherine Hitchcock & Family

Ruth Ann I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the fun times Gerry and I had with you two in the old MTC days. Take care

Ruth and family Remember lots a good times with Dave and the old cats. Rest in pieces Dave. Garry Papps

Ruth Anne and family thoughts and prayers lots of good memories RIP my friend

Our condolences to the Frain family at this difficult time.

Words fail to express our deep sorrow for your loss.

Dear Ruth Anne and family, very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences on the passing of your dear husband, father and grandfather. Take care and you will be in my prayers now. Sharren Eveland

I’m so sad to hear of Dave’s passing. I remember his smile whether it be at a Rumble smelting party or at the golf course ❤️

Our condolences to your family. Dave was a great guy. May he rest in peace.

Sending your family our condolences for your loss. You are all in our thoughts. The love and memories will get you through this. Gary and Christine Bowden

Our deepest condolences to you and the family. We are deeply saddened to hear of Dave’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Paul and I send hugs to all of Dave's family and also want to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ruth Anne I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember now smitten you were when you first started dating. Thinking of you

We were so sad to hear of Dave’s passing. Our heart felt condolences to Ruth Anne and family. He will definitely be missed at Llano Grande. Prayers being sent.

Heartfelt condolences to Ruth Anne and family. RIP Dave.

So Sorry to hear about Dave. Our condolences go out to you and your family.

My deepest condolences to you and your family at this sad time. Thinking of you.

Please accept our condolences to you and the family. We are deeply sorry to hear about Dave's passing. May you have memories for comfort, friends for support, and the love of your family to ease your sadness. Wendy & Bryan

My deepest condolences to you and the family. Dave was a big part of his family and the blenheim community. He will be sadly missed. Lonnie Hamilton and Family

Ruth Anne and Family: Sad to hear of Dave's passing. Thinking of you with sympathy, prayers and caring.

To the families...so sad to hear ... of his passing ...knew his wife through her teaching career at hrps...then learned to know frainer ...so heavy hearted ...he can play golf with his best friend brian

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, God bles Joyce & Bill

Ruth Anne, Matt, Laurie and Alex....I was so very saddened by the news of Dave's passing...you are in my thoughts at this time. Please speak of him often to hold him close to your hearts!

Ruth Anne Matt and family. So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Oh RuthAnn, little did we know 1-1/2 yrs ago when we said goodbye at Llano, we would both be without our mates. Bonnie losing Dan too. All 3 guys so loving! All so unreal. Will be adding you and the family to my prayers. God bless.

Our deepest sympathies Ruth Anne and family. We will miss Dave’s smiling face, his wonderful sports stories and golfing with him in the Monday Scrambles at Llano Park. Dave was a true gentlemen. Rest In Peace Dave.

Matt, I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing.

Our heartfelt sympathy to you , Ruth Anne, Matthew, Laurie and Alex. Dave was always friendly and he surely loved all his family. He will be missed.

Our deepest sympathy to Ruth Anne and Family. We remember Dave from our years spent at Llano . He was always so cheerful and friendly to everyone and will be missed.

Dear Ruth Anne,,,,,,I remember Dave always having a smile and a nice greeting whenever he saw me ,,,,,,a real gentleman,,,,,,my condolences to you and your family,,,,,,,R.I.P. Dave,,,,,,,take care Ruth Anne,,,,

Ruth Anne and family, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Thinking of you all. Fondest memories of all the good times we shared.

Dear Ruth Anne, Rosemarie told me last night that Dave had passed away. I’m so very sorry. You’ll miss him terribly. You and your family are in my thoughts. Patty

Thoughts and prayers to the Frain family. Remembering the fun days playing hockey for the Cadillac Hotel and euchre tournaments. RIP Frainer!!!

Ruth Anne & family, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Dave. He will be missed by many.

A fine gentleman has left our community. He will be missed. Hugs.

Ruth Anne and Matthew, I was so very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. In my memories of David , there was always a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. Hugging you in my heart and keeping you in my prayers during this difficult time.

Ruth Anne and family, I am sad to learn of Dave's passing. He always entered a room with a smile, and filled an arena with his passion for the sport. He will be missed by so many. May you find comfort in your many great memories. With sincerest sympathy, Myra and family

RuthAnne and family, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing, a great person and family man. RIP Dave

We are sadden hearing of Dave's passing. He has made his mark in this worldRest in Peace Dave.

Ruth Anne, Matthew, Laurie & Alex, I was so shocked to hear of this. My deepest sympathy to you. Dave was very instrumental in my hockey career. All around great guy and loved by many. So many great times, laughs and fond memories. His unique personality and his ability to make people laugh spread enjoyment to all. Rest easy my good friend.

Our deepest sympathy to you Ruth Anne, how sad for you to lose your life partner. We wish you strength as you learn to live without him and hope your many years of memories will bring you solace, smiles and comfort in the future. Sincerely, Blaine and Jeanette Reid

I remember Dave as a friend of my parents. My deepest condolences to all.

I remember Doug as a friend of my parents. My deepest condolences to all.

So sorry for your loss Frain family.

Had the pleasure of meeting Dave last year while sharing a cart in the Benny G tour. Was a stellar guy and a true gentleman. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. Todd and Katie (Green) Cox

Ruth Anne, Matt, & Family Our heart goes out to all of you! We're so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Dave. May the fond memories of all the special times you spent together give you strength in the coming weeks. Hugs!

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Ruth Ann and your family. We always remember Dave smiling and having a good time.

We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.❤ Scott & Cindy

RuthAnne and family. Judy and I are sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was a great guy. Lots of laughs.

RuthAnne an Family Hugs and we are thining of you,s . We are so sorry to hear about Dave ,we will surely Miss him.Prayers to You and Your Family. Greg and Diane

There are no words that can ease your pain. Just know that you are all in our prayers for strength and peace as you face the days ahead.

RuthAnne and family, Norm and I are so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. He became a good friend at Llano and we will definitely miss him along Camino De Palmas and the golf course. He always had a smile and enjoyed his retirement! Prayers for all of you.

Ruth Ann and family, so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Prayers are with you all. He will be missed by many.

Dear Ms Ruth Anne and Family …. We were so so sorry to hear about Sir Dave’s untimely passing .. He was always such a happy person and his presence at the Llano golf course or anywhere around Llano will be sorely missed. Thinking of you with love and prayers … Wanda and Flemming

Ruth Anne,Matt and Family, We were sad to hear of the untimely death of Dave.. His smile was a huge part of his personality,which was shared with So many people. Sending our prayers,… Barbara and Michael Barron

Ruth Anne, Matt and family. We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Dave. He will be missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was always involved in everything he touched and will certainly leave a gap in our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you but his memories will live on and keep you close. Dave and Eli.

You were very special Always teasing me fun tone around Many good bridge games were played Sending my condolences to the family as you mourn his loss

Ruth Anne..Mark and I send our sincere condolences to You ,Matt,Laurie and Alex ! Dave with be greatly missed in our community! Our thoughts and prayers are with you ! Donna ..

Ruth Anne , Matt and family, so sorry for your loss. Dave was always so welcoming with conversation. Our condolences to your family, Dave will surely be missed around the arena, golf course and ball diamond.

Ruth Anne, Matt and family, So very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Doug Hodgson

Ruth Anne I am sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. 💔

Mrs. Frain, Frainer & family. My sincere condolences to you and your families. May all the best memories of your husband and Dad help you through the difficult days ahead. Good men are the hardest to lose. Thinking of you all.

Dear Ruth Anne. I was shocked snd saddened to read about Dave. We are very sorry

My heartfelt condolences to your family at this difficult time.

So sorry for your loss. He was a joker and enjoyed our talks at the Senior Centre

All of us will miss you💓

My sincere condolences Ruth Ann and family. So very sorry for your loss.

Ruth Anne and family, Thinking of you all at this time. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort and peace . Cherish all of the times that you had, together. No one or no thing can ever take those memories away from you.💕

RuthAnne and family please accept our sincere condolences!

Ruth Anne, Mathew, Laurie, and Alex, Helen and I send our deepest condolences to you and all of Dave's family and friends. I had a chance to play some golf this year with Dave and enjoyed our conversation and laughs. It was always nice to hear Dave talk about Mathew and especially Alex, He was so proud of them. Rest in peace Frainer.

My sincerest condolences. So sorry for your loss

Ruth Ann, Matthew and family, I am so sorry to hear about Dave. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Very sorry for your loss Frain family.

Ruth Ann, we were shocked and saddened by the news of Dave's passing. He was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Our condolences to you and your family.

RuthAnne and family So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Dear Ruth Anne, Matt and family, I was shocked and saddened to read of David's passing. There are so many fun memories of David.... particularly our rendition of "Paradise by the Dashboard Light"! We were reminiscing about that very thing just recently! Please know I am thinking of you all at this time and holding you close to my heart. David will be so missed by all who knew him.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in the many memories you have.

Ruth Anne and family please accept our deepest condolences. We will keep you guys in our thoughts and prayers.

We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Condolences to you and your family Ruth Anne - we will cherish our many fond memories of Dave. Maxine & Roger Buck

Ruth Anne, Matthew, Laurie & Alex, We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time.

Ruth Anne and Family: It was a shock to hear of Dave's passing . Please accept our condolences for your loss. There are no words to express how we feel for you at this time. All our prayers and love go out to you.. Bev & Lynda Seney

Ruth Ann, Matt, Laurie & Alex We all send our sincere sympathy to you all. Dave was always so proud of his son Matt and his grandson Alex. Neil, Sally, Patti and Ben Seney and Family

We are so very sorry for your loss. Many good memories on and off the golf course as well as John St. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences to all. RIP Dave 🙏.

Ruth Anne, Matt and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a special man who loved life and his family. Sending thoughts and prayers. Linda

so shocked and sorry to hear about Dave. He was a good guy and will be missed by many. Our deepest condolences to your family.

I'm so sorry my deep condolences to all family he was a great man we miss hem here at Yano Grande on Mercedes Texas

Ruthanne and family we are so sorry to hear of Daves passing.... Taken to early .. thinking of you all

I never had the privilege of meeting your dad but I do know he had an exceptional son daughter in law and grandson. Our deepest sympathy Pat and Mary Muscat

We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry still talks about driving down to Mazatlan with Dave. We will miss him so much.

Ruth Anne and family. Our heartfelt condolences. Dave made the world a better place. Hugs and prayers -- Dic & Elaine Putnam

Dear Ruth Anne, this was such a shocking message to receive. Our dear Dave has left us. Such fond memories of our winters together in Llano. Please know I am sending sincere condolences from Alberta. I’m thinking of Dave golfing with Keith in heaven.

Ruth Anne, Matthew, Laurie & Alex, we’re so sorry for your loss. Dave was a friend to pretty much everyone he met and he’ll be missed by a lot of people. We have wonderful memories of outings in the RGV that I don’t think we would have, if Dave hadn’t been there to lead us 'astray'. He’ll be sadly missed. Jim & Susan Blake

Ruth Ann and Family, we are so sorry and shocked to hear about Dave. Our Condolences to you and your family. Dave always had a smile for a person and was always thinking of something mischievous to say in reply. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

To the family so sorry for your loss, Dave was the life of the party and a great guy. He will be missed at llano.

Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Dave. Many memories and good times spent in Daves' company. Marvin & Sandi Turner.

Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Dave. Many memories and good times spent in Daves' company. Marin & Sandi Turner.

Ruth Ann Angie and i send our deepest condolences to you, I will miss his comments on Facebook, he loved to tease me about how many bets I lost to my dad. God bless

So sorry for your loss, Ruth Ann and family. Dave was always a friendly and enthusiastic fun guy! Love, and prayers at this difficult time Jim and Elaine Gammage

Our prayers are with the Frain family at this time. RIP Frainer. We have many fond memories of being on the road of life with you.

Sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family.

Really shocked to read of “Frainer” passing. To Ruth Anne and the family please accept of sincere condolences, May “Frainer” Rest in Peace

Dear Ruth Anne, Matt, Laurie and Alex - we were so saddened to learn of Dave's passing. He will be missed on the golf course and pool in Llano Grande. He loved his family so much and was a very proud Grandpa. Cherish all your memories and take comfort knowing you are all in everyone's thoughts and prayers ❤️