Toronto Star
Toronto ON Canada
28 July 2003

LAKIE, David _ Died July 24, 2003 in Ottawa as he was preparing to embark
on an Arctic tour. David Lakie was born December 19, 1924 at Motherwell,
Scotland to James and Agnes (Kennedy) Lakie. After serving as a Flight
Officer in the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War he
arrived in Newfoundland where he married his wife and lifelong love
June Hunt on October 5, 1949. After a successful career in business
David retired to Aurora, Ontario to share his love for family and travel
with June. David is survived by his children David, Jennifer, Bruce and
his brother William (Bill) Lakie of Arbroath, Scotland. Grandchildren,
nieces and nephews will all miss David and as will his many friends from
business, Rosedale Golf Club, Harvard Business School, Probus Club, and
June's art group. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects
during visitation at the Thompson Funeral Home, 29 Victoria St., Aurora
905-727-5421 on Wednesday, July 30th from 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service
will be held on Thursday, July 31st, 2003 at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew's
Presbyterian Church, 32 Mosley St., Aurora. A Graveside Service will be
held at a later date at St. John's, Newfoundland where David will be put
to rest with June. David was deeply grieved by June's passing on May 22,
2003. His wish to be with her again has been fulfilled.