Passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family on May 19, 2024 in Bowmanville, Ontario in his 85th year.

David was born on March 3, 1940, in South Porcupine, Ontario the second son of Russell David and Mildred May Vokes (nee Hutchinson).

He first attended Golden Avenue Public School, where in Grade 2 he would meet his future wife Anna-Liisa (Oja) – they later became high school sweethearts and would marry in 1961.

In 1958 after graduating from South Porcupine High School, he obtained his teacher’s certificate and began his teaching career in Ahmic Harbour, followed by Whitney Public School in Toronto.

They have always been active grandparents with their three beloved grandchildren. David is survived by his loving wife Anna, children Lynne (Marcel), Geoffrey and Hilary (Jim), along with grandchildren Annika (Matt), Erik (Amber) and Elise (Chase). He is predeceased by his brother Jim and his parents.

Donations in memoriam can be made to the Odette Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook Hospital or Marigold Hospice, both charities were close to David’s heart following his battle with cancer.

The family also wishes to extend their sincere thanks to his care team of Dr. Kassel, Dr. Shim, Dr. Broomfield and Dr. Soares, as well as the ParaMed team led by Goldie, all of whom provided fantastic support and end of life care.