David Durston Obituary
We announce the death of David Durston of Dauphin, Manitoba, who passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 78. David will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of David Durston to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elmer Durston and Jennie Durston; his brother Fred (Elizabeth Jean); his brother-in-law Bruce Childs; his in-laws, Charles and Mabel Thomson; his sister-in-law Joan Priest; and his nephews, Bob Cooke and Jeffery Thomson.
He is survived by: his wife Merle Thomson of Gilbert Plains; his daughter Melanie (Steve Cote); his grandson Paul; and his sisters, Brenda (Randy) and Myra (Bruce). He is also survived by extended family and many dear friends.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Sneath-Strilchuk Family Care Centre (Riverside Rd, Dauphin, MB).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Parkland Humane Society, where David adopted his beloved cat, Tiff.
