Obituary of CHARLEBOIS – David Davis Martin

June 20, 1955 – August 22, 2010 David “Davis” Martin Charlebois, beloved husband of Kate Charlebois of Calgary, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 22, 2010 at the age of 55 years. He bicycled the world and spent his time wandering in the mountains and badlands, watching the birds and the stars. He was appreciated by all who came into contact with him for his gentleness and generosity of spirit. Davis was helped on his last journey home by his wife Kate, their friend Bryan Parker and many more of his loving friends. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the Palliative Care teams who were so caring during Davis’ last six months. Theirs is a true gift and they were invaluable. He is survived by his mother Rosemary Charlebois; his brother Michael Charlebois; his sister Marylou Beaubien (Andre) and their children, Mathieu and Elise, and sister Karen Fojt (Sander) and their children, Andrea and Kevin. Davis also leaves many relatives of the Voytechek and Charlebois families as well as Kate’s sisters and brothers. A Memorial Service will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church (640 – 19th Avenue N.W.) on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Davis’ honour may be made directly to the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9th Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 4T4, Telephone: (403) 268-2489. In living memory of Davis Charlebois, a tree will be planted at Big Hill Springs Park, Cochrane by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Chapel of the Bells, 2720 CENTRE STREET NORTH Telephone: (403) 276-2296.