David Patrick Kucera of Alvinston passed away peacefully on Friday, November 6, 2026, at the age of 61.
Dave will be dearly missed by his wife of 31 years, Cindy, his two daughters Kayla (Eric) and Ashley (Connor), and their dog Chloe.
He will be lovingly remembered by many family members and friends, including his brother Dan (Susan) Kucera, sister-in-law Janet (Ron) Vanos, brother-in-law Pat Power, and mother-in-law Marie Downie. Adored nephew of Jean Kucera-Rose. Beloved Uncle Dave to Ryan, Aly, Grace & Garth Kucera, Samantha, Chris, Aven & Willa Freer, Emily & Jessica Vanos, Devin, Jeff & Bradley Power.
Dave is predeceased by his brother Doug, mother Lorraine, father Frank, father-in-law Gord Downie and sister-in-law Lisa Power.
Dave was born on March 16, 1965 to Frank and Lorraine Kucera. He was the middle child of three boys. Much of Dave’s childhood was spent playing hockey, motorbiking and having fun with his brothers and the neighbourhood boys. He loved going to his Grandpa and Grandma’s house any chance he could get. He was grateful for the time he spent with them and was always eager to help whenever needed.
After high school, Dave attended the Radio College of Canada in Toronto, graduating in 1984 as an Engineering Technician. Dave had the pleasure of meeting and working with many great people throughout his careers at Bell Canada, Snap On Tools, and Kucera Farm Supply. He cherished the many relationships he built with his colleagues, customers and friends.
Although a salesman by nature, Dave was a man of many trades. There was nothing Dave couldn’t do, and if there was, he was sure to learn it. Dave completed many home renovation projects throughout the years and always made sure things were done to perfection.
Dave met the love of his life, Cindy, at the International Plowing Match in Petrolia in 1991. They were married on October 21, 1995 and were blessed to welcome two daughters in the years to follow. Dave’s biggest pride and joys were always his girls. Dave treasured all the time he got to spend with his family and their loved ones.
Dave loved to watch sports, especially hockey, baseball and NASCAR. Many cherished family vacations were planned around these events. Dave also enjoyed farming, camping, fishing, snowmobiling and travelling. He loved cars and was often teased by his family for the amount of vehicles he had in his personal fleet.
Dave will be remembered as a kind person, one who always put others’ needs above his own. He was quick to laugh and easy to forgive. Dave was always smiling and loved making those around him happy. We couldn’t have asked for a better husband, father and friend. We are comforted knowing Dave’s memory will live on in all who knew him and loved him.
Visitation and celebration of life details will become available at a later date. If you would like to make a donation in memory of Dave, please consider donating to the Municipality of Brooke Alvinston (Arena Floor Fund) or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
