Passed peacefully away on March 15, 2014 at the Health Science Centre after a brief illness, David (Dave) Stead, age 64 years. Predeceased by his three precious sons David, Christopher and Leo; as well as other members of the Fifield and Stead Families. Leaving to mourn his wife Jeanne (Fifield); five brothers; four sisters; three sisters - in - law and two brothers - in - law and their families and many other relatives and friends. At Dave's request there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass to be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Corpus Christi Church, Waterford Bridge Road, St. John's. Inurnment at a later date. Donations in Dave's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.