1929 - 2009. Rev. Canon David Genge passed away peacefully at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John, N.B. on August 12, 2009, in his 81st year. Born at St. John’s, NL, he was educated at Bishop Feild College, Dalhousie University, Memorial University from where he lectured in Physics for some time and finally studied at Bishops University where he received his masters in Theology. He attended classes for the priesthood at Queen’s College NL and served in parishes in Newfoundland, Quebec and New Brunswick. He also worked with the Canadian Bible Society in Newfoundland. In his younger years he enjoyed playing Soccer and is a member of the Newfoundland Tennis Hall of Fame. Since retirement he remained active, filling in at several vacant parishes and was an active member of the Kiwanis Club and the Elizabeth Fry Society. He leaves to mourn his wife Joan (Woolridge) Genge; son Peter (Ngaire) and grandson Michael; daughters: Heather (David) Bertin and Joanne Genge; his three remaining brothers: Anthony, Bruce and Bishop Mark (Maxine) Genge, as well as a large circle of relations and friends. He was predeceased by his brother Nelson and by his grandson David Edward Genge. Following cremation and visitation, a service to celebrate his life was held at Christ Church, Pennfield, N.B. followed by interment at the Church Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of the Palliative Care Unit, Floor 3BN at Saint John Regional Hospital as well as the many friends who volunteered to stay with David when needed. The family requested that in memory of Canon Genge, donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.