David

David "Dave" Chittick

David Lloyd Chittick, of Hanover, passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 05, 2023.  He was 81.

Born in Hanover on March 4,1942 to the late Lloyd and Evelyn (nee Witte) Chittick.  At a young age, Dave created his own band called “Dave Chittick and the Country Pals”.  Over the years he played at many public, private and charity venues and had a huge country music following.  His music was played as local talent on CKNX radio.  

He was the MC for many years for the Bruce Grey Country Music Jamborees and recognized for his dedication and musical contributions for which he was inducted into the Bruce Grey Country Music Hall of Fame in 2018.  Dad could never pass by a musical instrument, especially a piano, without playing a tune. Dad truly cherished his grandchildren and would often share his knowledge and “treasures” at the farm.  He was extremely proud of his family and heritage. Dad’s expression of the word “BOY!!!” would often mean he was teasing his grandchildren.

His passion was farming, tractors, music and driving trucks.  After retirement he continued his driving with transporting members of the Mennonite and Amish communities to various locations.

Survived by his wife Gloria (nee Barrett) Chittick of Hanover.  Loved father of Kevin Chittick of Point Clark (Sara Mallory), Heather Chittick (Brett Anderson) of Barrie and Brian (Tanya) Chittick of Drayton.  Special grandpa of Shay, Kieran (Jen), Chase, Adam, Megan and great grandpa of Amelia. Remembered by siblings Delores Gateman (Bob Boddy) of Chesley, Cleta Ernest of R#1 Hanover and Keith Chittick of Alliston as well as his nieces, nephews and their families.  Predeceased by his parents, grandson Braeden, brothers Wayne and Harold, sister-in-law Velma Chittick and brothers-in-law Alan Gateman and Gordon Ernest.

Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 pm. A Private Funeral Service will be held with interment in Hanover Cemetery.

Memorial donations to the Grey Bruce Music Country Hall of Fame or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.




Public Condolences

I send my condolences to the Chittick family and I'm thinking of you guys during this difficult time .

- Zarbian
November 8, 2023

Deepest condolences to the family.

- Kari Pucci
November 8, 2023

He will be missed. Many great memories of him.
Hugs and prayers to all the family❤️🙏
The Ernest family

- Randy,Gerry Ernest
November 8, 2023

Kevin and Brian, our deepest condolences for the loss of your dad. Big hug for you both.

- Manuel Ramirez
November 8, 2023

Janet and I send our sincere condolences to the Chittick family. Thoughts and prayers for all.

- Ken Campbell
November 8, 2023

Sympathy and prayers to the
Chittick family. Our Canadian Foodgrains Bank has been very appreciative of Dave's many years of support for the jamborees at the Walkerton KC hall. We always enjoyed his music and laughter. Len and Judy Kraemer

- Len kraemer
November 8, 2023

What a wonderful person with such a warm and giving personality.
I only knew Dave for the past 5 years but he was always in good spirits and willing to help in any way he could.
My deepest condolences on his passing.
I was speaking to him this past Thursday in Elora as he headed to Guelph in his big van to pick up some people there.
Don Kidd

- Donald Kidd
November 8, 2023

So sorry for your loss, Gloria and family. He was truly a good neighbour.

- Lorraine {Bailey} Weiler
November 8, 2023

Dave had a heart of gold and a love for his family and all people. He use to come to the nursing home for Daisy and then his mom and dad and would play piano or fiddle for them and us girls. And then later in my years at Tim Hortons for his dark roast with three cream. He was always smiling and giving me a hard time. That's how I knew he liked me. He will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss. RIP may you play sweet music with the angels now.

- Jennifer Diemert
November 8, 2023

Sorry to hear of Dave - he was always smiling and jolly. A huge smile for all.
Glad to have known him.

- Mary Fischer
November 8, 2023

Gloria and family, sincere condolences on the passing of Dave. He will be missed by so many.

- Ron and Helen Gadke
November 8, 2023

Sorry for your loss
Sending our love and hugs to all the family
Steve Bauwens
Cindy jacops
Chayenne Bauwens

- Steve Bauwens
November 8, 2023

My condolences to Gloria and your family. I've known Dave since we were teenagers. Your family will be in my prayers.

- Gloria Chesney
November 8, 2023

Heather, Brett, and Chase

Sending you our condolences. I see from how your dad (grandfather) is described where Chase finds some of his passions and interests. Hugs to all of you and condolences to the rest of your family.

Tania, Dave, Erika and Owen

- Tania French
November 8, 2023

Gloria. My condolences to you and your family. Dave always had a hello were ever he saw you and a joke to tell. He will be missed.

- Kathy Lorenz
November 8, 2023

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