LITWILLER, David Eugene

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Eugene Litwiller, who passed away peacefully at Brucelea Haven, Walkerton, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in his 95th year, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on May 17, 1932, in New Dundee, Ontario, to David and Nellie (Hilborn) Litwiller, David was predeceased by his parents, his older sister, June Buchholz and husband Henry, and his great-grandson Noah. After graduating from high school in Preston, David attended teachers’ college in Stratford. He then married, and together the couple had three children: Dan & Debra Litwiller of Waterloo, Peter & Penny Litwiller of London, and Donna & Kevin Cook of St. Clements. David was a proud grandfather to Meghan & Fraser Clark, Jennifer & Travis Kelly, Chris & Alyshia Cook, and Kyle & Lindsay Cook, as well as step-grandson Christopher Steep. He also has 9 great-grandchildren Callum, Lochlann, Marshall, Whitney, Caitlyn, Charlotte, Kellan, Emma, and Jack. In 1998, David married Betty Black. Together, they blended their families, and Dave and Betty were blessed with three sons and three daughters, along with nine grandchildren. He will be remembered by Betty’s children, Cindy Black of New Hamburg, Cathy Black of Harriston, and Howie & Meghan Black of New Hamburg, her grandchildren Tina (Billy), Jenny (Matt), Melissa, Liam, and Luke, and Betty’s 6 great-grandchildren. Together, they enjoyed their grandchildren, great-grandchildren, winters in Florida, and many happy years together. He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephew, as well as many other family members and all who knew him. David taught school in the Waterloo District for 35 years, retiring on June 30, 1987. He began his teaching career in a one-room schoolhouse at SS #8 Rosebank Public School on Huron Road. For several years, he travelled to schools throughout the county as a physical education instructor before teaching the outdoor education program at Laurel Creek. He completed his career teaching Grades 5 and 6 in Waterloo and Wellesley. David spent several summer vacations working as a camp counsellor at Bark Lake, teaching young people how to become counsellors. He loved boating and even built his first houseboat! He also enjoyed many summer vacations with his family on the Severn River. At the age of 65, David pursued a dream he had long held: becoming an airplane pilot. He took lessons at Hanover Airport from a very gifted pilot and earned his pilot’s licence. David embraced life with enthusiasm and positivity. He loved life, and life loved David. While teaching, David continued his education, studying for his BA in the general program at Waterloo Lutheran University and graduating in 1972. An avid barbershopper, David loved singing with choruses, especially in quartets. He later directed two male choruses in Kitchener and in Mount Forest, as well as a ladies Chorus in Guelph. David and the men loved singing, competing, and often winning competitions at the international level. David spent the last few years of his life at Brucelea Haven where he enjoyed the kindness and care of their excellent staff. The Celebration of David’s life will be held at Harriston United Church on Monday, November 16, 2026 at 11:00am, with visitation one hour prior and reception to follow. The funeral will be livestreamed and the link available on the funeral home website. Interment in Harriston Cemetery. Memorial donations to Barbershop Harmony Society, or to the Walkerton or Harriston Legions would be appreciated and may be made through the Hardy-Lee Funeral Home, Harriston.

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