BRACEWELL, David - With heavy hearts we have said goodbye to our Dad, Grandad, Brother, Uncle and friend David Bracewell. We will feel his absence every day, but cherish every memory we made together.
He was born in Colne, England on July 17th, 1947, and passed peacefully in Ajax, Canada on July 6th, 2025.
At the age of 77, many friends and family would describe David as the sweetest man you could ever know. He was quiet-mannered, but his love, which he shared so openly, was unmistakeable and unwavering.
David is survived by his son Craig (Heather), and grandchildren Jacob (Ashley) and Kaylee Jade. As well as by his friends in Canada, he will be dearly missed by his family across the ocean. This includes his sister Mary (Harry) and nieces and nephew Erica (Geoff), Jayne (Mark), Claire and Luke (Tina).
David was preceded in death by his loving wife Sheena, parents Ellen and Lawrence as well as his sister Ruth (Alan).
David was a family man, focused on staying connected with his loved ones while embracing new technology, and always proudly talking about those dear to him. He loved soccer (or football, depending on your side of the pond), car shows, biking around Ajax, listening to the Beatles and constructing projects, like his license-plate adorned pergola.
The family wishes to welcome friends and family to gather to celebrate David's life at Accettone Funeral Home, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax, ON, on Saturday July 12th, 2025 from 2:00-4:00pm.
Messages of Condolence
We will miss you Uncle David, we are grateful for all the times you came back to visit England. Thanks for the Canadian car plates you bro...
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We will miss you Uncle David, we are grateful for all the times you came back to visit England. Thanks for the Canadian car plates you brought over for me when I was young, yes, I’ve still got them. Much love from us xxxx
Erica and Geoff Wrightington July 10, 2025
Erica and Geoff Wrightington July 10, 2025
On behalf of my late husband John Hartley who worked with David many years ago at Crabtree textile Accessories Colne I would like to offer...
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On behalf of my late husband John Hartley who worked with David many years ago at Crabtree textile Accessories Colne I would like to offer sincere condolences on the loss of David. His late sister Ruth was my best friend and we often spoke of David. A quiet, happy smiling man who was a pleasure to know.
Cath Hartley Colne. July 10, 2025
Cath Hartley Colne. July 10, 2025
So sorry to hear of David’s passing. I knew David way back in the 1970’s. He was a kind and gentle man in every way. I know he will be ...
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So sorry to hear of David’s passing. I knew David way back in the 1970’s. He was a kind and gentle man in every way. I know he will be sorely missed by his family and his close life time friends. Peaceful journey, David
June Hillion Ontario July 10, 2025
June Hillion Ontario July 10, 2025
We kept in touch with David via our ipads.the topic of messages was mainly day to day life and Burnley Football Club.He was an avid suppor...
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We kept in touch with David via our ipads.the topic of messages was mainly day to day life and Burnley Football Club.He was an avid supporter even though he was on the other side of the Atlantic.
When he got his first pair of football boots for Christmas one year - he insisted on taking them to bed with him. Happy days..We will miss him…xxx
Mary and Harry Kippax Wrightington,England July 10, 2025
Mary and Harry Kippax Wrightington,England July 10, 2025
We kept in touch with David via our iPads.The topic
of messages was mainly day to day life and Burnley
Football Club.He was an avid sup...
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We kept in touch with David via our iPads.The topic
of messages was mainly day to day life and Burnley
Football Club.He was an avid supporter even though he was on the other side of the Atlantic.
When he got his first pair of football boots for Christmas one year- he insisted on taking them to bed with him.Happy days. We will miss him.xxxx
Mary and Harry Kippax Wrightington July 10, 2025
Mary and Harry Kippax Wrightington July 10, 2025
Humbug... what else can we say. A man of few words, a lovely person with a kind heart. Always up for a laugh and a joke. We will miss ou...
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Humbug... what else can we say. A man of few words, a lovely person with a kind heart. Always up for a laugh and a joke. We will miss our times together. Had some wonderful years on holiday with you and Aunty Sheena in Canada. We will be eternally grateful for them. Always in our hearts and prayers. RIP. Love from Claire and Mollie
claire and mollie wright colne, england July 10, 2025
claire and mollie wright colne, england July 10, 2025
Humbug... what else can we say. A man of few words, a lovely person with a kind heart. Always up for a laugh and a joke. We will miss ou...
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Humbug... what else can we say. A man of few words, a lovely person with a kind heart. Always up for a laugh and a joke. We will miss our times together. Had some wonderful years on holiday with you and Aunty Sheena in Canada. We will be eternally grateful for them. Always in our hearts and prayers. RIP. Love from Claire and Mollie
claire and mollie wright colne, england July 10, 2025
claire and mollie wright colne, england July 10, 2025
Craig Heather & Family,
It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of my Uncle Dave. He was a fantastic uncle to be around...
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Craig Heather & Family,
It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of my Uncle Dave. He was a fantastic uncle to be around; we didn’t share the same love for sports “football” but did with music and manufacture. As an uncle he was always interested in what I was up to, and both Auntie Sheena and Uncle Dave were extremely supportive throughout the year’s, and will not be forgotten. You will be sadly missed by us all; my special thoughts are with Craig Hether & family and friends at this time. Love You Lot’s xxxxxxxx.
Luke, Tina – Lucas – Ellie Pringle of Haining England July 10, 2025
Luke, Tina – Lucas – Ellie Pringle of Haining England July 10, 2025
Craig, Heather, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. David was a wonderful man, and we will always remember him very fondly. ...
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Craig, Heather, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. David was a wonderful man, and we will always remember him very fondly. He’s together with Sheena again.
Gordon & Mairi Dow Pickering, Ont July 09, 2025
Gordon & Mairi Dow Pickering, Ont July 09, 2025
Uncle David, I will always be thankful how good you have been to us over the years, letting us come to visit and spend time with you, Aunt...
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Uncle David, I will always be thankful how good you have been to us over the years, letting us come to visit and spend time with you, Aunty Sheena and Craig. They were the best times, full of fun and laughter. Even though I'm sure you all sighed a big relief went we went home. I'm sure it was worth it for the chocolate. Both yourself and Aunty Sheena will always be in our thoughts, love you x
Jayne, Mark and Lewis Colne, England July 09, 2025
Jayne, Mark and Lewis Colne, England July 09, 2025
Heather, on behalf of your CLTO family, please accept our deepest sympathies to you, Craig, and your family. We are here for you to lean o...
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Heather, on behalf of your CLTO family, please accept our deepest sympathies to you, Craig, and your family. We are here for you to lean on for as long as you need.
Joe Persaud Toronto, ON July 09, 2025
Joe Persaud Toronto, ON July 09, 2025
Craig, Heather and family,
Our heartfelt condolences to all of David’s family and friends on the loss of a true gentleman. He will be de...
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Craig, Heather and family,
Our heartfelt condolences to all of David’s family and friends on the loss of a true gentleman. He will be dearly missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.
Lynda and Art Rennick Port Hope, ON July 09, 2025
Lynda and Art Rennick Port Hope, ON July 09, 2025
Had the pleasure of playing with Dave for many years on the Harp & Thistle Team. He truly was a gentleman and a kind soul and will be grea...
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Had the pleasure of playing with Dave for many years on the Harp & Thistle Team. He truly was a gentleman and a kind soul and will be greatly missed by all. Thoughts are with the family and close friends at this time. RIP
Brett D. Rees Toronto July 09, 2025
Brett D. Rees Toronto July 09, 2025
Rest now with Sheena. You were the only English man we liked!
Betty Hughes Edinburgh July 09, 2025
I always remember his laugh it was infectious. Rest easy Uncle David with Auntie Sheena.
Julie Las Vegas July 09, 2025
I will miss our Facebook chats Dave. You were Sheena’s rock in your own own quiet way and will be missed by all the family. Love and hugs ...
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I will miss our Facebook chats Dave. You were Sheena’s rock in your own own quiet way and will be missed by all the family. Love and hugs to Craig, Heather, Jacob, Kayleigh and Ashley Xo❤️
Marion Baillie Loanhead, scotland July 09, 2025
Marion Baillie Loanhead, scotland July 09, 2025
I have known you and Sheena for over 50 years. I will miss both of you very much.
Love, Gina
Gina Poirier Ajax, Ont. July 09, 2025
Dave, you went out of our lives the same way you came in: Quietly. Go out and make some noise. Love. Eric
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