With broken hearts we announce the passing of David Wayne Enright, surrounded by his family after a short battle with cancer at Matthews House Hospice on April 28th, 2026.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Barbara; his children, Rebecca Wood (Ken Wood) and Jennifer Enright (Darryl Henn); and his granddaughter Arya, who will always remember her Papa for his bubble eggs, his art classes and his trips on the boat. He is also survived by his brothers Charles (and Lou) and Pat (and Sue) and his many nieces and nephews. Also leaving behind his best friend Darryl (and Donna) Riggin and his puppy Riley who will miss him very much.
A man of steady hands and a constant heart, he was the quiet foundation our family was built upon. An avid outdoorsman, Dave found joy in fishing, hiking, hunting and exploring the beauty of nature. He found peace in the woods and out on the water, believing that a day spent in nature was never a day wasted. His water colours always tried to capture the beauty in the landscape and trees. Woodworking was also a passion that he shared with his daughter. They were always creating new pieces to make and sell. His legacy lives on in the values his instilled in his daughters and those around him.
Dave’s adventurous spirit and boundless enthusiasm will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. A celebration of life will be held for close friends and family at Kingsmere Retirement Home, 4649 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Alliston, ON L9R 0C4, in the Clubhouse on Saturday June 27th from 1:00-4:00pm.
In lieu of flowers we ask you to consider donating to Matthews House Hospice in Alliston. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Celebration of Life
Kingsmere Retirement Home - Clubhouse
4649 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Alliston, ON L9R 0C4
Saturday June 27, 2026
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Laurie Jones says
Our most sincere sympathies to Barb and your families. You were always so welcoming to everyone who you came into contact with. You will be remembered with fondness and missed deeply. Laurie and Jim Jones
Karen and Dave Kotva says
While we haven’t connected for many years, Dave and I have fond memories of our neighbours across Adelaide Street in Kincardine. Please accept our condolences.
Doug and Susan Ethelston says
Barb and family – We are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was quite a guy. Many good memories of fun times on Adelaide Street. Sorry for your loss.
Jack and Dorothy Latendresse says
Jack and Dorothy Latendresse
Dave was a big part of our lives both in Kincardine and Bancroft. Jack enjoyed outdoor activities with Dave on many occasions. He was a very special person and we will miss him. All our love to Barb and family.
Carol Meredith says
Our condolences to you Barb and your whole family. Didn’t know Dave well but he made you smile. And that’s what counts. Our prayers go out to you at this time.
Carol and Peter Hoferichter
Rob Morrish says
I still remember Dave teaching me how tie my first fly for fly fishing and the pattern that he taught me. I looked up to Dave very much as an outdoorsman, fisherman and as just an all-round good guy. I enjoyed our moose hunting trips together and his eagerness to share his knowledge of the outdoors.
He was a great friend to my father and will be missed by our family
Debbie Zoeller says
Still it doesn’t seem possible, or right, that Dave is gone.
The years slipped by without keeping in touch……
Our condolences, to you Barb and to Becky and Jenny.
Debbie and Bill
Mark Pennarun says
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing
Karl Kober says
My condolences to Barbara and the rest of Dave’s family. I worked with Dave in a couple of locations on the Bruce Nuclear Site in the 1990’s. He, along with Jack Latendresse, John Zych and Colin Hurley were excellent mentors. He new his trade and didn’t mind teaching it and if you were a pain, he didn’t mind telling you. He had a joyful spirit and he will surely be missed.
Lana Dellandrea says
Thinking of you in your loss.
Our deepest sympathy.
Wayne & Lana
Kenton & Ruth Ehgoetz says
Barb & family –
So very sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Diane Wylds-Molnar says
Sending my sincere condolences to Barb, Becky and Jenn. I remember crossing paths with Dave at Elgin Market and later at the Bruce. Take all the best memories and use them to lessen the sorrow and heal your heart.❤️ Diane
Harold Smith says
Worked with Dave at the Bruce site, my condolences to his family.
Becky says
Thinking of you Jenn, Becky and Barb with the loss of David. Your home was like a second home to me. Will always have memories of David and your family at 444 Adelaide St. <3
Julie Clenchy says
Please know we are thinking of you all during this difficult time. Sending love and sincere condolences on the loss of your dad & husband.
Love,
Julie, Scott and Peyton
Katherine D. says
Jenn, I am so very sorry for your family’s loss. Please accept my familys heartfelt condolences.
Mary Larin says
We were so lucky to have Dave as a neighbour and friend.
Even though it was only a short 4 years we always felt so comfortable around him.
Dave was also our knowledgeable “go to” guy and he will be sadly missed for all that he gave of himself.
Thinking of you all and wishing you all a comforting grief.
Hugs
Marc & Mary
Lynda says
I’m very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending love from Victoria BC.
Cousin Lynda Donnachie
Brian Frank says
Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of your brother, Dave,
Pat and Sue, and all your family.
Brian
Mike Walsh says
To Pat and Sue and all the Enright family. Our heartfelt condolences for your loss.
Mike and Jenny.