Davin Galandie
January 12th, 2021
Forever in our Hearts
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Davin Galandie - our son, father, friend and confidant. He was also known as Davs or Davino Crunch - on Tuesday, January 12, 2021.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving parents Dean and Dianne Galandie (Flaman); children Dylan (Arabella), Delila, Layla; his brother Darin; his sister Daena (Brent); his brother Deon (Jodie); nephews Dayton, Daulton, Jade, Ty and nephew-in-law Brayden. He had several uncles, aunts and cousins which he loved. Special to him were his Uncle Del and Aunty Brenda, his Godparents.
Davin was born in Regina, SK on September 5, 1975. He was the third of 4 children.
Davin never married but was always there as a strong partner and parent. Davin grew up in Regina and had lots of friends that he called his buddies. He was a proud man and was passionate about his work. For many years he operated his own exterior business. One of his most proud accomplishments was completely refinishing the exterior on his parents’ home. Later he achieved remarkable success as a company dispatcher for the family business, Provincial Courier Service. He loved what he did and met many more friends every day with work. He would not hesitate to speak his mind and could naturally approach anyone to strike up a great and meaningful conversation.
Creating and building his family was Davin’s greatest accomplishment in life. He was always doing everything he could to better their lives. He called his daughters his Princesses and treated them like it too. He would not compromise, he wanted nothing but the best of the best for those he held close to his heart. His family knew that they were his entire world, he made every person feel special in the moment and he never faltered in his role as a father and a son.
Davin and his friends held a lifelong, very special relationship. They spent lots of time together and have all been close since high school. They will remember his generosity, whether it be with advice, mentorship or service, his good company and that he always loved to help a friend or neighbour. Along with his great smile and beard, he gave the best hugs, told the best stories and always knew what to say in the moment. He had no shortage of love to give and he meant so much to so many people for his huge heart.
Davin loved the beach and nature. Fortunately he took his family on many great vacations to various destinations in Mexico, Las Vegas, Cuba, Disney World and The Calgary Stampede. There he saw Stompin Tom, one of his favourite singers and told everyone about it. Then he would sing “Bud the Spud from the bright red mud” and start stomping his foot along to the beat. He belonged on the sand and expressed to his mother that it was his dream to live the rest of his days out at the beach. He was passionate about fishing, boating, playing horse shoes and golfing. He even hit a hole in 1 on a professional golf course- He was so proud and he would always boast his achievement. He was a thrill seeker and would hop on a roller coaster over and over again once the line was free.
Recently he has been working on tuning up his very own fishing boat and ice shack, he would not rest until his projects were perfect. He spent the last 8 months sharing many of his adventures with Jill and they made some cherished memories together. His favourite foods were Lobster, Shrimp, Steak and Sushi. He organized many extravagant feasts and all you can eat shrimp nights. Sometimes he ate so much we didn’t know where he was putting it. He loved to cook and he was the barbecue master. His steaks were done to perfection, and his triple glazed chicken breast was a hidden wonder - they tasted amazing.
He was very proud of his gorgeous beard which he started growing 6 years ago for Movember. It then became a permanent part of him. His siblings called him “Bin Davin”. He loved the Roughriders and the Vancover Canucks. He loved Craven and was passionate about music, he would make it a ritual to camp there each year. Davin also loved to sit around the campfire; with his buddies enjoying a beer or two; or paralyzers.
Davin lived his life to the fullest making every moment of every day count. He was a good son, a great loving and caring father and a hard worker. He was a good uncle, cousin and nephew and loved all his children, family, relatives and friends whole heartedly. We are so proud of him and all his accomplishments. Until we meet again Davin, enjoy your journey of everlasting life. We are very grateful that God blessed us with you. You are truly one of a kind and one in a million. We will love you forever.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation (www.heartandstrokefoundation.ca.) Private Funeral Mass will be held.
Messages:
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your loved one. Cherish all the wonderful memories he left behind. Our thoughts and prayers to all his family during this time of sorrow. We remember all the good times the kids had at St. Joan of Arc school. Maria, Emil & Michael Fiorante
In loving memory of Davin Galandie
This was such a shock to hear after a year of so many shocks and heartbreaks for our family at large. And while that beard is great camouflage, I would’ve recognized those eyes and that smile anywhere! What a wonderful write up — thank you for sharing so many incredible memories and making us laugh and smile. I know Mum and Grandma and Auntie Agnes and so many more have welcomed him with open arms. Take heart, he’s never really gone as long as you keep him in your heart. ❤️ Stephanie & Brad & Mike Kohlruss
So sorry to hear. We can’t imagine how one feels with the loss of a child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong!
Dean, Diane, and family - obviously there are no words than can ease your pain on the loss of your son! Please know that our thoughts & prayers will always with you.
My sincere condolences to the family. Davin was one of kind and so nice. I will miss seeing his smiling face. He always made me smile.
Great guy...will miss seeing him..he always bugged me about my beard not being long enough..
We were so very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Davin. Our hearts go out to you in your time of need. He will be sorely missed.
Sending lots of love to the whole family during this tough time.
I’ve had many great times with Davin. Many nights laughing at Smittys, Craven, Shakin the Lake and even that StompinTom show at Stampede! He was always so fun to be around and made every good time even better! Truly one of a kind!
Diane, Dean & family, We are so very sorry to hear of Davins passing away. Cherish your memories of him & let them heal your broken heart. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss Dean & Dianne. My sincere condolences to you & your family. After reading about Davin’s life I wished I would have known him. He sounded so caring of those around him. He reminds me of you, Dean. Our family here feel his loss too. Love & Care cousin Bernice Thune (Galandy) from Calgary
Sorry for your sudden loss of your son Davin. Your loss is being felt by us all. Thoughts and care are with you and yours. Love and Care Denise
To Uncle Dean & Auntie Diane & the Galandie Family. It is with great sadness to hear of the sudden passing of Davin. May God’s Blessings comfort all during with difficult time. Our sympathy to the whole family. Love, prayers and virtual hugs are sent your way. RIP DAVIN ❤️❤️
I know you are looking down over us all Cousin-mon! You are a friend first and a cousin second. Your Vibrant Spirit and Laughter will be missed most by me and the rest of us mortal earthings. You are now forever LEGEND and I will always have those memories of you. Till we meet again! -Cousin Monte
My deepest condolences to my Uncle Dean, Auntie Dianne, Darin, Daena, Deon, Davin’s children and the entire family. My heart breaks for your loss. Davin will be missed and I will always remember his ability to lighten up the room and continuously have us all laughing and smiling. Rest In Peace Davin
Davin you were like a big brother to me, always there for me. You always had my back and my protector. We have so many memories growing up together. From all the fun times out at Sask beach,Christmas time as kids, trips to Mexico and can’t leave out craven. I will forever cherish the times we had. You truly lived your life to the fullest, and you always brought joy and a smile to everyones face. Davin I will miss you so much and you were taken way to early from us. You will forever live on in your beautiful children and family. I will truly miss you Davin and you will always be in my heart. Sending all my prayers and condolences to my uncle Dean, aunt Dianne, Daena, Darren, Deon and your beautiful children. I know your smiling down on us all. I love you cuz.❤️
It is with great sadness that this world says goodbye to my cousin and friend .Growing up together we always had such good times together. Even as time and family separated us , as it most often does. When we did see each other we always greeted with a big hug and fond memories. God speed cousin. I will miss you!
I’m so sorry to hear of Davin’s passing last week. I will always remember the good times I had with Davin and the whole Galandie family as a teenager. My sincere condolences to Dean, Diane, Darin, Deana, and Deon
Our deepest condolences to all of you, we hold you close in our thoughts and prayers Rayette and Steve
Davino Crunch yep that was you. I couldn't help but cry and laugh reading all these awesome true things about you. Davin you totally were a great friend and brother. I loved your honesty know matter if it hurt my feelings or embarrassed me and I will miss talking to you and the advice you gave all throughout the crazy years. Hoots and Heineken for you in Heaven now. Dean, Dianne, Darin,Daena and Deon I wish you all strength and peace to come and comfort in all the memories. My heart is broken along with you. Rest in peace Dav. You are an Angel Now. Love ya forever Bud
He was one of a kind. Every time he entered Jds he would usually gives hugs and we would have a shooter together and he would joke around. But he would give his shirt off his back to help anyone in need. I respected that in him. He helped us out in the bar a few times. He was a good man and a good friend. You will be missed by all. ✝️
Shocked and saddened to hear this. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Davin for many years. Infectious smile and always an absolute pleasure to hang out with no matter what the setting. All my thoughts to family and loved ones of Davin. It’s not good bye pal, it’s see ya later. Rest easy my friend. See ya down the road one day.
We love you Davin❤️❤️
Sending our deepest condolences to Davin’s family, Dean and Diane and all family and friends Davin, prayers for everyone that is left behind, reading his eulogy he will be greatly missed by all ,
❤ Love ya Dav, will never forget the adventures we had, and I'm happy we got to catch up recently. Rest in peace Unc.
My sincerest condolences to my cousins, Dean, Dianne and all your families. Rest In Peace Davin.❤❤❤0
So sorry Davin that you left this world way to young you will be missed by all RIP Davin You have lots of family in Heaven to shoot the breeze with even though you’re so young. God takes the good people. My sympathies go out to all the Galandie families and hopefully they taught you all about the 2 Galandie Galandy spelling because I’m sure you will hear about it in Heaven. RIP Davin Galandie ❤️❤️
It's hard to find the words.... to one of my oldest lifelong friends. We met when we were 8 yrs old and you always made me laugh. When I heard the news I spent the day reminiscing of all the great times we've had together. Some of the best were at Craven. And I'm glad that I was able to party with you all weekend on your last blast there. You'll be forever in my heart and I'll think of you often. Love to your children and the rest of your wonderful family. Until we meet again old friend.
Davin the day you where born your parents held you in there arms. When you where baptized we held you in our arms. And today God is holding you in his arms. We will love you forever. And will miss you . Prayers for everyone you have left behind.❤️❤️
Our condolences to all the family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Davin will be dearly missed, but always remembered!!
Im extremely sorry for the sudden loss. I”ve known Davin since 1991. He was a tremendous individual. He was such a positive man , loved to laugh. I have many positive memories of our time spent together in our early 20’s which carried over into decades to follow . My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Davin my friend and second brother this is such terrible news. As i read the beautiful story of your life I can't fight back the tears. I been thinking the past few days of so many fun times we had. Living with you and your family and when you and Anna let me live you guys no questions asked. Davin you started my exterior career and i have since bought a gutter machine and things are going rather well. Davin you are a great man and inpacted so many lives. I will always remember you and I hope you are fishing on a lake up there with a beer and a joint going. So many memories buddy and i send my prays and condolences to your mom, dad, Daena, Darren and Deon as well.
My condolences to the family. Ran into Davin about a month ago. We had a good chat about old times when we were kids. Good memories. My heart goes out to the family.
Hugs and love to you all ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I met Davin back in the good old days when he delivered Coca-Cola. I looked forward to every Thursday when “The Coke Guy” would make his delivery to where I worked. I will never forget the sound of his voice and how fun he was. Love you Davin! Rest in Peace ✌