BERTRAM, David George

Passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, surrounded by the love of his family at his side.

Dave was in his 88th year. Loving husband of 54 years, and best friend of Lynda (nee Duggan) and loved father of Patti (Marty) Joslin, predeceased by his sons Glenn and Michael Bertram. Proud grandfather of Paige Joslin. Dave is also survived by his sisters Joy (Ed) Reynolds and Ann (the late Ken) McDougall, as well as, his brothers Don (the late Mary and Thelma) and Jack (the late Nancy) Bertram.

Dave will also be remembered by his sister’s in-law Shelley (Terry) Edgar and Joanne (the late John) Duggan. Predeceased by his sisters Grace (the late Harold) Adams and Ruth (the late Nelson) King ,as well as, his brother Paul (Lois) Bertram. Dave will be remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Special thank you to Shannon for her many acts of kindness shown throughout the years.

Dave grew up on the family farm in Elmvale, Ontario before moving out West in the mid 1950’s to work on the pipelines. In the early 1960’s he later returned to Elmvale purchasing the Bertram family farm. In the mid 1970’s, he and his wife later became the owners/operators of Bertram Fuels Ltd. for over 25 years. During this time he enjoyed the interaction with his many customers.

Following Dave’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held at Lakeview Cemetery, Midland.  If desired, memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Hudson Regional Cancer Centre at RVH or a charity of your choice. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family through adamsfuneralhome.ca.