Akhurst, Edward David passed away peacefully on October 21, 2008 in North Vancouver at the age of 58. Predeceased by his parents, Carden and Wilma, he is lovingly remembered by his wife, Catherine; children, Stephen (Betsy), Kate (Matt), Nicholas and John; grandchildren, Charlie, Isabella and Sebastian; siblings, Kent (Danielle) and Jane (Chris); and, nephew Michael and niece Jennifer. He will be greatly missed by all for his love of family, appreciation of fine music, brilliant turn of phrase and wealth of knowledge.
Educated in accounting at the University of British Columbia, David enjoyed lifelong service to his profession. He will be sadly missed by his dedicated colleague, Cecilia, and all of his loyal clients at Vancouver Bookkeeping Services Ltd..
Prayers will be said on Thursday, October 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Family Parish, 4851 Beatrice Street, Vancouver. A Requiem Mass will be offered on Friday, October 31 at 10:30 a.m., immediately followed by burial services at Garden of Gethsemani Cemetery, Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of David are gratefully accepted by Franciscan Sisters of Atonement, Vancouver Symphony Orchestra or Holy Family Parish.