I have only (and many) happy memories with Devin. Wish I would have stayed in touch with him. Even though I haven't seen him in probably 10 years, I can't stop thinking about the fact that I won't be able to see him again. To those closest to him, I hope you can help eachother and end up closer through this. I gotta get back to driving sideways/having fun/doing things that aren't work, and I think this is the push I needed to make that happen this year. So thank you for everything Devin, even though it'll most likely be a Nissan I think I will rock a little #34 on the car to remind me of you man.

My deepest condolences Tracey and family. May the memories of your wonderful young man be a blessing to you. I am so sorry for your loss.

Christine Hayes

Dave and Tracy,

We are so very sad for you. Devin was blessed to grow up in a such a loving and supportive family. We hope that his positive energy continues to visit and support you every day.

We can't be there with you today as we are out of the country, but please know that we are there in spirit and our thoughts are with you.

Mike and Sandi Greene

My memory of the facts and dates in the memorial may not be 100% accurate, but they are my memories of a good young man. I first met Devin when my wife, Margo, and I came to Calgary to visit my family. We had known Dave and Tracey on Prince Edward Island, and we were delighted to make a connection with them again. They were living on Centre Street while Dave was going to University and, if memory serves, Tracey had started work at the Public Library. We saw them every time we came to Calgary and were thrilled when we learned Tracey was pregnant with Devin.

It’s funny what the memory clings to but my best memory of Devin from that time was that Dave had taught him to demonstrate “strength” and “dexterity”. To demonstrate strength, he would clench his little fist by his waist and tense up his whole body in a “he-man” pose. To demonstrate dexterity, he would clench his fist and rotate his wrists in circles.

Over the years, whenever I came to Calgary, either at Christmas or during the summer I’d get together with Dave and Tracey, so I got to watch Devin and Aja grow into fine young adults. A few years ago, I was able to offer him some advice on designing the kitchen for his new house. As anyone who knew Devin will attest, he had his own ideas about what he wanted but he did take my advice on a couple of critical issues and he was gracious enough to thank me for the help.

Although they may not realize it, not having children of my own, I’ve always taken an avuncular interest in both Devin and Aja and have taken a small amount of pride in their accomplishments. I wish I had seen more of Devin over the years and I will miss him. My deepest sympathies to Dave, Tracey and Aja.

Dave & Tracey,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences in your loss of Devin. Our hearts break for you.

With love & hugs

Jan & Tony Klein, Mary Anderson

Tracey, David, Aja and Kurtis,

I was so very saddened to hear the news about Devin. I hope that your wonderful memories of him, along with those from people who knew him, will help to sustain you at this time. I am so sorry for your loss.

With deepest sympathy,

Carol Stokes

Legend.

It’s been many years since I seen devin. But the memories are unforgettable. I remember more rum calls for more motorcycle. Riding one of those stampede mini bikes around the alleys. Witch the muffler had been promptly sawed off and replaced with a gross screamer pipe. And drifting the rising sun corolla when we broke the axle out of it. Which was welded to make shift it home in our backyard. Unforgettable guy. My condolences to his family.

Dear David and Tracey.

Our heartfelt condolences with the incredible loss of your son Devin.

Carol & Theo

Rest eternal grand upon Devin oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him.

It has been a long time since I last saw Devin, however, my brother Rob Houck nurtured a long friendship with him over the years. Meeting in the drift scene over a decade ago, they bonded over their mutual love for nutty driving skills and ae86 Corollas. There are a few stories that stand out for me.

My mom remembers Devin coming over to our house where the boys used to occupy the garage for days on end, noting that when he turned off his car, "the damn thing started on fire in the street!". This was typical Devin.

Back in the days of Race City, he took me for a few laps with him. He had a fuel cell in the back that was leaking. That in combination with the tire smoke and I had to get out to puke on the side of the track. Devin told me, "it's good for ya!".

Apparently old Corolla keys will open and start any other old Corolla. Rob was parked at a friends house while Devin drove by. Next thing you know, Rob hears his car and bolts outside thinking someone was stealing it, but it was just Devin, laying a fat strip of rubber in Robs car on the residential street. He says, "hey bud whats up?"

Rob did a lot of work for Devin when he was building his garage. I guess when they excavated the yard, Devin didn't have a key to move an old Corolla (or maybe just didn't feel like it), so they just built the yard around it. Rob thinks they will need a crane to remove it! In the same project, they dug the foundation for his 4 car garage. Of course, Devin needed to install a urinal, because, why not?!

There are so many more hilarious and heartfelt memories we all have of Devin. Our first reaction was confusion and sadness, however, it quickly turned into exchanging stories of him and the times he affected us in the best of ways. To his parents, along with Aja and Kurtis, we are thinking of you and hope that some of these happy memories can alleviate some of your sorrow, if only for a moment.

It was a pleasure growing up alongside Devin, I always enjoyed our family visits together. I tend to think that he and I were alike in a lot of ways. I will miss him as a great man and human being. Tracy, Dave, and Aja, I am truly sorry to hear this news and I look forward to seeing you all again soon.

Dear David and Tracy:

My heart aches for your family.

Although we haven't seen each other in years, you hold a very special place in my heart. A special place that goes back decades.

Please know that we are thinking about you.

Sincerely

Todd and Susan Clark

Dave & Tracey - Our deepest sympathies for your loss. - James & Jenny

I was deeply saddened to hear of your son’s passing. My thoughts and condolences are with you and your family.

Royce

Our most heartfelt and sorrowful condolances Tracy, David, Aja and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love from Liz and Juliette

Dearest Dave, Tracey, Aja and Family:

There are no words that will make you hurt any less.

All we know is that we are desperately sorry for what you have all endured and will continue to endure.

You are in our prayers.

With all our love ❤️

Affectionately The Blanchard Bunch

Dennis, Lorraine, Paul & Katherine

Dear Tracy, My thoughts are with you and your family at the passing of your son. With deepest sympathy, Jerry

I am so so sorry for your loss Tracy, David, Aja and Family on your loss of Devin.

I met Devin in the early nineties when Dave brought him round at the flying field. We remained friends ever since. Devin was a personable man who possessed the same outside of the box thinking and mechanical abilities as his father David. During his travels, he touched many with his kindness and willingness to help others...

I’m so sorry Dave, Tracy and Aja on your loss of Devin. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Deirdre, Laura, Chris and Les.

Im so sorry to hear of your son's passing David and Tracy...

There are no words.

Take care of yourselves where you can

Love Shannon