It is with deep sadness that the family of David James Tilley announce his passing on March 22, 2022 at his home in Brechin, Ontario after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 55 years. Born on March 20th, 1967, in Etobicoke, Ontario, he was the first born of 5 children to Hannah Finlay (nee Murphy).
Leaving to mourn, his loving wife, Kim Tilley (nee Jarvis), their three wonderful children, Angela, Andrew, and Alyssa, and his dogs, Shylo and Ebony. David will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his siblings Joe Tilley (Diane), Corena Rowsell (Mike), Jamie Tilley (Heather), Donna Tilley (Don), his mother-in-law Sandra Jarvis, sister-in-law Sally Beauclaire (Ivan), brother-in-law Brett Jarvis, and a large circle of extended family and friends.
David was a hard working, straight shooting, genuine, and honest kind of man, who would always tell you like it was. He cared deeply for his family and friends, and would take the time needed to share his knowledge with others, be it teaching how to install a plumbing pipe, build a house, or repair a car. He was quick to step up and help whenever he was needed. David had a passion for music, and loved playing guitar, a skill that he instilled in his children. He loved to draw, paint, sketch, and do woodworking, he was a true Jack of all trades.
Many thanks to Dr. Russell, Dr. Kulkarni, all the staff at RVH Cancer Care Program and the Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital for their kindness, professional care, and compassion throughout David's battle. Arrangements have been entrusted to Peaceful Transitions. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. As an expression of sympathy, donations in David's memory can be made to Royal Victoria Regional Health Care, Cancer Centre in Barrie, Ontario or to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online memories and condolences may be made at www.peacefultransition.ca
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Krista & Keith Newell
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022To all the Tilley Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of David’s passing. We know how deeply loved he was by all of you. Please accept our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Rick fleming
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022Sorry for your loss David will be missed
Josie Beauclaire and family
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022Me and my family want to say condolences to you all, im deeply sorry for your loss. Ive met david once or twice, but we was a very kind and loving man. Wish i got to see him one last time to say goodbye, but may he rest in peace.
Sent with love ❤️
Lynda Ryan
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022Corena, so sorry to learn about your brother’s passing…..there are no words I can say to take any pain away but I’m thinking about you, hold your memories close, and your mom and the rest of your gang too…..condolences to all of your family…….
Betti McLellan
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022Sending heartfelt condolences to David’s family.
(From Betti – William and Petra’s cousin)
Stephanie Coffin
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022Dear Corena, Rowsell and Tilley Families. I am so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of a brother, husband, Uncle and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Cynthia and John Noguera
Posted on: Sunday, March 27, 2022Dear Tilley Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss, and wish you our deepest condolences.
Cynthia and John
Gordon & Mabel
Posted on: Monday, March 28, 2022We would like to offer a condolence to the Tilley family for their son David who passed away on March 22 and may he rest in peace
Dawn & Jason Tuttle
Posted on: Monday, March 28, 2022Sending my deepest condolences to Kim, the children and all his family!!!
Thinking of you and sending you all my love !!!
Doris Crews
Posted on: Monday, March 28, 2022I am so sorry to hear of your son’s
passing. I will keep you in my thought & prayers for you & your family.
Bobbiejo hartery
Posted on: Monday, March 28, 2022I have known David since i was about 10 yrs old spent alot of time growing up with him as well as his Brothers Joe Jammie Corina and Donna as well as their Mother Hannah.
I was always close to this family growing up have lots good memories with this family,
Myself as well along with my Parents Olga and Bob Hartery our thaughts are with the family at this time ,
Thinking about you all at this time,
All my Love to David !!!!!
Your long time friend,
Bobbie-jo xo xo
dacin jarvis
Posted on: Monday, March 28, 2022Wanting to wish you’s a sincere condolence from Smiths Falls Jarvis’. So sad to hear. Dacin & June Jarvis.
Tony Burt
Posted on: Thursday, June 9, 2022I worked with Dave for many years, and always enjoyed it. When he walked in the room he would light it up with that smile. He is one of the hardest working people I’ve known. I will truly miss him