Passed peacefully away at James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, at the age of 76 years young, on June 3rd, 2012. David was born on November 18th, 1935, in Belloram, Newfoundland to Rev. Sidney and Helen Lawton. He spent his childhood in New Brunswick and attended Rothesay Boarding School. He started his career with the American Air Force in Goose Bay and moved to Gander working with CBC for 28 years as a radio broadcaster before retiring. David was very active in the community giving to others as a member of the Masonic, the Shriners Club and was a life member of the Lions Club. He also served on the executive of the Thomas Howe Demonstration Forest and hosted many Kiwanis Stars of the Festival shows. He was predeceased by sister Laura and grandson Bradley. Left with loving memories is his wife Phyllis, and his five sons: Donald (Dorothy), Steven (Andrea Maclellan), Darryl (Rose), Benj (Madonna), Jeff (Hope); and his sister Pauline. He also leaves six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His commitment to family, friendship and community gave him many dear friends who will miss his companionship and joy of life, and he will certainly be missed by his daily coffee mates at Giovanni’s. Resting at Stacey’s Funeral Home, Gander with visitations Monday (June 4th) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Tuesday 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service Wednesday, June 6th, 2:00 p.m. at St. Martins Anglican Cathedral, Gander. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations in Dave’s memory may be made to the Central Northeast Health Foundation. Arrangements entrusted through Stacey’s Funeral Home, Gander. To sign the memorial on-line guest book please visit www.staceysfuneralhome.ca.