David William Orriss
February 12, 2026
David William Orriss, 74, of London passed away peacefully at home, with family by his side on February 12, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Best friend & loving partner of wife Pat (née Taylor) for over 50 years. Deeply missed by his beloved children; Marissa, Jesse (Laura) and Lee (Sian). Cherished Poppa to his treasured grandchildren; Sophie, Grace, Nathan and Jamie. Loved brother of Carole Andrews (Paul) and Marnie Button (Dave). Treasured brother-in-law of ski buddy, Sue Swinimer. Special “Uncle Dave” to many nieces & nephews and their families. Predeceased by parents Bill Orriss and Marie Russell; Mary Orriss; nephews Jay and Allan Burgess, and brother-in-law Bill Swinimer.
David was born in Halifax and raised in London. At a young age, he joined his father in his private vending practice. Over 49 years he grew the company, London Vending Service & LVS Office Coffee, into a major Southwestern Ontario business. David served on the CAMA board as Ontario President from 1994 to 2000. He was universally respected by his peers and received 2 distinguished CAMA awards, thanks to his honesty, steadfast work ethic, determination and sound business sense.
His favourite pastimes included skiing, sailing, scuba diving, canoeing, camping, boating, genealogy and carpentry. He loved spending time with his family, friends and pets at the cottage he built: enjoying days on the water, bonfires on the beach, teaching any and all kids to ski, tinkering in his workshop, endless BBQ-ing, or watching the sunsets.
Special thanks to Dr Vincent, Dr Laba, Marcie & all Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre staff, all C7 Victoria Hospital staff, and for ongoing ALK+Positive research.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at Westview Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. A reception will follow the service. Private interment the next day. In lieu of flowers, donations to the LHSC Foundation – Verspeeten Family Cancer Center (www.lhsf.ca) or Salt Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation (www.salthaven.org) would be appreciated
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My deepest condolences to you Pat and Family. We have had so many fun memories over our 46 years of friendship from the treasure hunts in Grand bend, the fun days at your cottage, the horse driven sleighrides on freezing evenings with delicious meals afterwards. David was also there to help me hook up my VCR and learn how to use it. He was very computer savvy. He was a loving, kind generous husband, father,Poppa and friend. He will be great missed by all her knew him.
Services for David William Orriss
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
February 27, 2026 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Celebration of Life will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
February 27, 2026 3:00 pm
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Sending our warmest sympathies to you Pat and family. It’s been a long time since we lived across the street but remember Dave well. Such a great fun guy! Sorry you’ve lost such a wonderful spirit. He was one of the good ones! Hugs and prayers from Vancouver island!
~ Brenda & Joe Hayter