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| We were saddened to learn of the passing of David Buchanan. We extend our sincere condolences to his wife, Ann, and family. For many years David has worked tirelessly on behalf of Rotary. Our club is forever grateful that he organised the trailer raffle. Selling the tickets was the easy part. |
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The photographs below remind us of David’s commitment to Rotary. A big thankyou to Lyn Lewis for her role as go-between for Ann and the club during this stressful time. Naturally we offer Ann every assistance in the future. The Club President, Rick Hayller, has had a long and cherished friendship with David, starting with mutual memberships of the Apex club in Camberwell. He was inducted into the club in 2003 There have been a number of emails from members expressing their condolences to Ann and to document his impact on their lives. A few have been included here; apologies for any not recorded here. “David was known widely for his thoughtfulness and kindness. But David had a wry sense of humour, and on the many times we travelled with them David would have us in fits of laughter with his observations of all and sundry.”Rick and Carol Hayller “I am so sad – He was the friendliest & most helpful person, that you would wish to have around you.” Bob and Freda Donaldson “He was very helpful to me at Rotary and during our period at the market. He will sadly be missed by all who knew David.” Harry and Trudy Ziegerink “David was one of nature's gentlemen quick to offer assistance, going about his work/assistance quietly, unassumingly and with his sly smile.” Maggie and Tyrrell McGeever “David was always the first to put his hand up for any working bees. We particularly remember, after the 2009 fires, the Rotary Club was quick to help out. David and Ann were always willing workers.” John and Julie Barnes “David who was a fantastic worker and a friend to all of us. He helped me out when I was putting up my nets and only wanted to be paid in ‘jubes’. Always had all the items in his car to fix up any job that was needed to be done”Ailsa Hemphill “To quote an Australianism David was a “good bloke” in the very best sense. David was always ready to help and made me a as new Rotary member feel very welcome at the club.” Mike Anderson A poem by Peter Anderson is a fitting tribute.
To Our beloved Friend David Buchanan, my friend, our friend.
The man l met that came into my life We got up to mischief and a little bit of stife. We went fishing on the bay But only for the day. We would catch little fish, but that was then We were known as the grumpy old men. We would go to Bunnings to stay for a while As David would want to look down every bloody aisle. Everywhere David and l went, there was always no hurry Where l had no time, and had to scurry. His car was his enjoyment and pleasure And as we all know, it held a treasure. He and Ann would go away in their van He had a metal detector, but he had no pan. They would travel the country for months on end They would see great sights around every bend. He was like a father to me in every way It’s a pity more couldn’t be done to make him stay. He came with me, for every service of my car Our trips to Mentone, now meaning more by far. We went to Maccas to get our order For What he asked for, l should of ran for the border. One burger no pickles, no sauce and a chocolate shit cake This is now one place l would refuse take. He will be missed by one and all And in his memory, we will all stand tall.
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