David Hall Libby
LIBBY, David Hall, 67, FRENCH LAKE, New Brunswick, September 23, 2014.
FRENCH LAKE, NB – The passing of David Hall Libby occurred unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 23, 2014. Born January 30, 1947, in Presque Isle, ME, he was the son of the late Waldo and Marcia (Hall) Libby.
David is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 42 years, Prudence “Prudy” (Buckingham) Libby; their children: Cade (Jayne) Libby and grandchildren, Austen and Summer of Waasis, NB; Brienne (Brad) Wood and grandchildren, Libby and Nate of French Lake, NB; Courtney (Rebecca) Libby and grandchildren, Ward, Josiah, Clara and Logan of East Coldstream, NB; eight siblings, Letitia (John) of New Hampshire, Waldo (Judy), Meredith, Paul (Rose), John (Kim), Harriett (Chuck), Gwen (Cliff) and Marc, all from Maine; sister-in-law, Charity Buckingham – Hanwell; brother-in-law, Stephen (Valerie) Buckingham – Fosterville; as well as several nieces and nephews.
David received a Bachelor and Master’s degree from the Faculty of Forestry, University of New Brunswick. He had a diverse career which involved various business ventures.
David loved the Lord and was a dedicated and active member of the French Lake Baptist Church, as a Sunday school teacher, deacon, Awana youth leader, church treasurer (for several years) and serving on many committees.
David enjoyed the outdoors, reading and spending time at his cottage with family and friends. Most of all, he was adored by all of his eight grandchildren and he enjoyed spending time will all of them. His kind heart, patience and great sense of humor will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Visitation took place at French Lake Baptist Church on Friday, September 26, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral service was held at the French Lake Baptist Church on Saturday, September 27, at 11 a.m., Rev. Paul Thompson officiated. For those who wish to remember David by way of a memorial contribution, the family has suggested The French Lake Baptist Church Building Fund, The NB Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Geary, French Lake, Waterville Cemetery Fund.
