David Rupert Butler March 1, 1925 ? June 15, 2007 David Butler passed away peacefully on Friday, June 15, 2007 after a short illness. David was born and raised in Halifax, N.S. After service in the RCHA in WWII, he qualified as a chartered accountant. For several years, he practiced with his father before moving into industry. In 1957, he moved to Montreal and worked at Jas. A. Ogilvy?s until he retired as President in 1985. The following year, David moved to Port Hope where he resumed private practice and served clients until three weeks before his passing. David is survived by Mary, his devoted wife of 58 years, and his sons, David (Joan), Brian (Gail) and his adoring grandchildren, David (Jonelle), Eric, Andrew, Michelle, Katelyn, Ryan and Sean, and also by his sister Carolyn (Warren) Jennings and his sister-in-law Helen. He was predeceased by his parents Allan and Dolly Butler and his brothers Allan and Arthur. David?s many interests included community service, golf and bridge. As an active volunteer, he was involved in many organizations including St. John?s Church, Red Cross, Friends of Music and AbbeyField Houses. For his community service, David was recognized by the Town of Port Hope as a ?Citizen of the Year? in 2006. David?s love for his family was unconditional. He was much loved and respected by all who knew him. While he will be sadly missed, he will be celebrated as a loving husband, a wonderful father and grandfather, a loyal friend and a good man. Friends will be received at the Allison Funeral Home, 103 Mill Street North, Port Hope, Monday 7-9 pm. Funeral Service Tuesday 2 pm at St. John?s Anglican Church, Pine Street North, Port Hope. Interment, Port Hope Union Cemetery. Reception, St. John?s Parish Hall. Family extends thanks and appreciation to all of David?s physicians and caregivers and especially the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at Northumberland Hills Hospital. In lieu of flowers, a donation to your favourite charity is appreciated. www.allisonfuneralhome.com