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David Canada

David Canada

July 02, 1927 - December 03, 2020
Richmond, VA

David Canada

July 02, 1927 - December 03, 2020
Richmond, VA

Obituary

David “Dick” Canada, 93, of Bon Air, Va. and formerly of Clover, Va. departed this life Thursday, December 3, 2020. He was predeceased by his parents, Billy and Lula Canada; brother, Bill Canada and sister, Elizabeth West. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Edith Canada; daughters, Karen C. O”™Neal (Michael) and Rita C. Powell (Charles); sisters, Sarah Eggleston and Nancy Conner; grandchildren, David O”™Neal, Courtney O”™Neal (Tom Fitzpatrick), Rachal Powell, and Nicole Powell; great grandchildren, Gavin O”™Neal, Riley O”™Neal, and Tommy Fitzpatrick; and granddaughter-in-law, Sandra O”™Neal. Dick joined the Navy following high school and was stationed in San Francisco as WWII ended. He returned to Virginia and married his high school sweetheart, Edith. After attending Lynchburg College, he began his accounting career with J.P. Taylor Tobacco Co. in South Boston, Va. He and his family moved to Richmond in 1962 where he began working at what became Universal Corp. He retired from Universal in 1987. During his lifetime, he enjoyed woodworking and repairing anything his children or grandchildren sent his way. He believed that one should repair and not discard. After retirement, Dick took up golf and enjoyed his weekly golf round with his special foursome who are sure to be awaiting him at the heavenly tee box. Dick was the beloved patriarch of our family. We will miss him dearly. The family will receive friends from 9:00 am to 10:00 am on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). His graveside service will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. The family also asks that online condolences be made at www.morrissett.com/obituaries/david-franklin-canada/.

Visitation

  • Date & Time: December 12, 2020 (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
  • Venue: Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service
  • Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. N. Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
  • Phone Number: (180) 427-57828

Graveside Service

  • Date & Time: December 12, 2020 (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
  • Venue: Dale Memorial Park
  • Location: 10201 Newbys Bridge Road Chesterfield, VA 23832 - (Get Directions)
  • Phone Number: (804) 905-8637

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8 responses to David Canada

  1. Edith was sorry to see Dick’s death in the paper. I want you to know that I am thinking about you and your family Janet

  2. Jerry Lequin says:

    When Dick retired from Universal I had been working for him for about ten years. I would see him on visits to the office and he would talk about the golf group at Glenwood golf club. When I retired in 2001 I joined the group and found as Dick did that it was the most enjoyable of times. Even after Dick stopped playing golf I would continue to send him the weekly updates as he enjoyed keeping track of us. The few of us left will miss you.

  3. Doug Wallace says:

    So sad to hear about the passing of Dick. We worked together for so many years at ULT. You will be missed My Friend. Dick was always a great Man and Gentleman. Prayers for The Canada Family.
    Sincerely, Doug

  4. Lou Hair says:

    Karen and Edith, so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time.

  5. Bobby KIng says:

    When I arrived in Richmond in 1974, I was fortunate enough to work for Mr. Canada. A nicer or more kind person I have not met since. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Canada family. I hope that he is not in Heaven trying to reconcile the old inventory system that Universal utilized in the early days.

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