David (Dave) Michael Koyich, a man of many talents and a heart full of laughter and fun, made his final bow on the grand stage of life. His love for music, his fantastic sense of humour, and his kindness are the melodies that will continue to play in the hearts of those who knew him.

Dave was not just a music lover, but a maestro. He could play pretty much any instrument he laid his hands on, but it was the guitar that truly sang under his touch. His melodies were not confined to music alone; they extended to his love for cats, his laughter, and the kindness he showed to everyone around him.

But Dave’s life wasn’t just about laughter and music. He was a man of incredible patience and kindness. His gentle demeanour and generous spirit were the soothing undertones that balanced the vibrant melody of his life. He was a man who would give you the shirt off his back, a friend who would stand by you in your darkest hour.

In his later years, Dave was diagnosed with dementia. But even as the disease tried to muffle the music of his life, Dave continued to play on. He spent his last three years in a long-term care centre, where he faced each day with courage and a smile, proving that the spirit of a true artist can never be silenced.

Dave’s final act was as graceful as his life. He passed away peacefully in his sleep, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and music. His life might have been a short tune on the vast scale of eternity, but it was a tune that touched the hearts of many.

David Michael Koyich (aka Dave; Dad; Papa; Uncle Dave; “The Gypsy”), a loving father, a loyal friend, a gifted musician, and a man with an unforgettable sense of humour, has left the stage. But his melody will continue to play on in the hearts of those who loved him. His was a life well-lived, a song well-sung. Rest in peace, Dave. Your music lives on.