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David ‘Dave’ Stanley Novakowski

February 12, 2019

Passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Beloved husband of Deborah “Deb”. Loving father of Vennessa (Stan) Ulch, Dylan (Candace) Novakowski, Jason (Linda) Shepherd, and Joshua Shepherd. Proud grandfather of Brooke, Stanley, Alexis, Tayven, Johnathon, Zayden, and Tehillah. Missed by his mother-in-law, Shirley Allen; sisters, Eleanor (Walter) VanderKwaak, Theresa Walmsley (Charles Lunn); brothers, Gary (Bernice) Novakowski, Dennis Novakowski, Brian (Ginger) Novakowski; sisters-in-law, Nancy Novakowski, Jackie (Levi) Mailett, and Barb Peever; brothers-in-law, Mike (Lesley) Allen, Leslie Allen, Bill (Pauline) Allen, Matthew (Diane) Allen, and Darryl Allen; and by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Lorne and Marie Novakowski; brother, Frank; father-in-law, Jack Allen; and stepfather-in-law, Bud Murrell. Dave was much loved and will be sadly missed. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Dave are asked to consider a charity of your choice. 

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Debbie, I was surprised to hear of Dave's passing. I'll always remember his dry sense of humour and friendly disposition! My condolences to you and your family. Take care, Mary

~ Mary Stopar

(Donated to Charity of your choice)

~ McDonnell / Naus Families

(Donated to Alzheimer Society London and Middlesex)

~ Facilities Management

Debbie, I just read about Dave's passing. I'm so very sorry to hear this. He was a really nice person, and I enjoyed working with him. my condolences to you and your family.

~ Cheryl Briglia

Debbie I was saddened to hear of Dave's passing. My condolences to you and your family. Mary

~ Mary Stiles

So very sorry to hear this sad news Deb. Unfortunately I did not hear about this terrible loss until today, so I missed the celebration of life. I truly would have been there and send my sincere condolences. Dave was a great, sweet, kind and caring man and he will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Deb. Pam Fenerty

~ Pam Fenerty

Deb, we are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family.

~ Carmen & Carolyn Bertone

Dear Deb and Family so sorry to hear of Davids passing i have so many wonderful memories of him. Unfortunately i was unable to attend his celebration of life , do to being out of the country.My thoughts and prayers are with you now, he was truly one of a kind. John Reed

~ JohnReed

Debbie: Our deepest Sympathy to you (Deb) and your family. Betty Poots-McGaw and I are sorry to hear and read about David's Passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care and see you soom. Heather M Woods and Betty Poots-McGaw (WTS-UWO)

~ Heather M Woods

" the knob " and myself back in the day played road hockey and catch and batted the ball around for hours, he was a good friend a good trojan....often thought of him later in life.....hope he had a good life.....my condolances to family.........mike trudell...from the hood

~ mike trudell

We are very sorry to hear of davids passing our deepest condolences to you and your family

~ Wes and holly brown

Deb Steve and I were so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family! Sue and Steve Bartlett

~ Sue Hartley

So sorry for your loss Debbie, This has been a hard time for you and your family. I pray God will grant you all comfort and peace. Susan (Candace mom)

~ Susan Lamendeau

So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our condolences to you Deb, and all of your family.

~ Jim and Darlene Cameron

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Debbie and your entire family. May you find peace and comfort in the days ahead and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

~ Misty Garside (VanderKwaak)

My heart goes out to you and your family Thinking of all of you at this time Aunt Colleen

~ Colleen Scott-Oake

Debbie and family sorry for loss he was a great guy . deepest condolence

~ richard graham

My deepest condolences to you Deb and to your family. May Dave be at peace, and may your memories comfort you at this very sad time and always. Gerry (Keys)

~ Gerry Matthews

Oh Deb, and Family, i am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a wonderful colleague here, and has been missed over these past few years. My condolences to all. MDJ

~ Mike DeJager

Deb and Family,I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. It has been a very difficult time for all of you but now Dave is at peace.I hope you and your family will find comfort knowing this . Keep his memories tucked away in your heart and he will always be with you. Hugs and kisses Mabel Needham

~ Mabel Needham

Deb, I am so sorry to hear about Dave. My condolences to you and the family. He will certainly be missed. Sening you big hugs. You and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time. My heart is aching for you. Love Shirley

~ Shirley Colbert

Deb, I am so sorry to hear about Dave. My condolences to you and all the family. He will certainly be missed. Sending you big hugs. You and the family are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Love Shirley

~ Shirley Colbert

Deb, we are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. Hold on to the good memories and Dave will live forever in your hearts. Hugs. Debbie and Jim

~ Debbie and Jim Haskett

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