David Ross Tobias Hann
May 1, 1954 to July 23, 2025
Obituary
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It is with deep sadness that the family of the late David Ross Tobias Hann announces his passing. David passed peacefully away at Saint Luke’s Community Living, St. John’s, NL on Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025, in the presence of his family. David was 71 years of age.
David worked his entire thirty seven years with Memorial University – Grounds and Maintenance, where he made life-long friendships with his incredible colleagues.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman, happiest when surrounded by nature – whether deep in the woods or out on the water. A cherished member of the five-pin bowling community, he spent many years competing at both provincial and national levels, earning respect and lasting friendships.
Above all, he was a devoted family man who poured his heart into supporting his grandson, Dylan and children, Linda, Davey and Kelley. Their biggest fan, he never missed a game – cheering from the stands whether they were playing locally or across the country.
Our father was known by many names – Dave, David Sr., Skipper and Dad, but the one he took the greatest pride in was “Pop”, to his cherished grandchildren.
David is predeceased by his wife – Gail; parents – Arthur & Lucy Hann; infant brother and his parents-in-law – Chris & Cavelle Murphy.
Left with a lifetime of wonderful memories is his daughter – Linda Hann (Heff – who was his personal chef); his sons – Davey Hann (Michelle) and Kelley Hann (Beckah); precious grandchildren – Dylan Neville (Abby) and Kinsley, Lauren and Lane Hann; brothers – Morley Hann (Carmel), Larry Hann (Evelyn) and Don Hann (Glynis); brother-in-law – Tony Murphy; sisters-in-law – Sherry Eddy (Barry) and Roxanne Tucker (John); special friends – Don & Rose Squires and family friend and caregiver – Jackie Gillett as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Special thanks to Dr. Penny, Dr. Sheesh and the staff at Saint Luke’s – Pleasant View Terrace and Fairhaven Units, for the loving care and compassion you have shown to our Dad over the past two years.
Public Visitation will take place from Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John’s, NL on Sunday, July 27th, 2025 from 2:00-4:00PM and 7:00-9:00PM.
Reverend Rebecca Pike-Winter will conduct the Funeral Service from The Carnell Memorial Chapel on Monday, July 28th at 11:00AM. Interment to follow at the family plot at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, flowers are gratefully accepted or donations may be made in David’s memory to Saint Luke’s Community Living or to The Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on July 27, 2025
7-9 p.m. on July 27, 2025
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday July 28th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Burial to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery
I worked with Dave for a short while way back in the seventies and he was a fine man to work with. May God rest his soul and watch over you all. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Linda , Dave and Kelley
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a very nice gentleman and a friend to all who knew him.. I can speak first hand of what you all have been dealing with over the past few years. My heart goes out to all of you. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Dave and family
So sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at the time!
Jeanette Boutcher-Roelofsen
Sincere Condolences to all Dave’s family & friends, you are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Dave 🙏
To the Hann family, so very sorry for the loss of Dave. I worked many years with Dave at Memorial. I looked forward to daily chats and laughs with Dave. Rest in peace old friend.
Please accept my sincere condolences. I knew Dave through my years of working with Memorial. Always so friendly and sincere; a great person. Hold tight to all of your precious memories.
I am so very sorry to hear of Dave’s recent passing. I knew Dave while also working at MUN. He would always drop by to say hi while working in our building.
My sincerest condolences to his family. He was a great man.
Linda & family
So sorry for the loss of your father. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Condolences to the family I worked with Dave for many years not long enough but Dave was always excellent. A real nice guy he will be missed
Sincere condolences to Dave’s family. He was the sweetest man. He will be missed by all. His struggle is over. Rest in peace.
We are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Many fond memories of back in our softball days. Condolences to all the family.
To Dave’s family. Very sorry to hear of Daves passing. We knew Dave and Gail years ago when they bowled with us at St. Pats. Dave and I were part of the Nl. team from St. Pats to travel to B.C. to represent Newfoundland. His antics and humour kept us entertained for days. He was a very fine man and will always be remembered. Our condolences to his family.
To Dave’s family so sad to see the passing of Dave , gone to soon and sadly missed by everyone that knew him. A great guy to work with and a great friend to have
Rest in peace my friend
Donny and the Hann Family ,
So sorry to hear of Dave’ s passing . May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. May he rest in peace .
Nellie Hann and families
Sending the Hann family my condolences during this difficult time.
I was lucky to have worked with Dave and he was a devoted public servant.
He was always ready to help everyone on campus.
Dave was more than an employee he was our friend, Mentor and we looked up him.
Rest easy Dave
To Morley & Larry & family my deepest condolences on your loss. May your brother RIP.
Linda, so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Linda, Davy and Kelley we were so saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. He has struggled for some time but it does not make the grief’ any easier. Hang onto your fond memories to help you get through this difficult time.
Deepest condolences to Linda, Davey, Kelley and families on Dave’s passing . We have many memories of Dave from bowling. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
On behalf of my entire family, we extend our sympathy to all of David’s family. The Perry’s lived next door to the Hann’s on the corner of Smith Ave and Pennywell Rd and there began our St John’s continued connection from our Cape Freels / Bonavista North roots. He was a humble, friendly, and hardworking family man.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.during this difficult time of bereavement.
( The family of the late Wilfred Petry – Mona, Dsvid, Kevin, Paul,Julie Ann AND familirs )
My deepest sympathy to Linda, Davey, Kelly, and your families on the loss of your father and grandfather. I have lots of memories from lanes with all of you and your father as well. He was truly one of the best teammates you could ever have. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.
So very sorry for your loss
We were so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Our sincere condolences to Larry on the loss of your dear brother and to Dave’s family, on losing a great Dad and Pop. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Gerry & Teresa Edney
Lar, our sincere condolences at the loss of your brother. May he rest in peace.
We know that the beautiful memories you hold, will help you through the days ahead.
John, Mary and Lisa
What a great guy, Dave you will be missed.. May God bless you and may you rest in peace.
Paul Smith
So sorry to hear of your dads passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.Hold on to all the memories and I am sure they are many.He was such and find gentleman and a pleasure to be around.Rest in peace Dave🙏🏻. Edna and Bill Mansfield
Sorry for your loss. Remember the happy times, cry if you need to, and hug each other often.
Condolences to Dave’s children and their families. May all your memories make you smile. Rest in peace Dave. 🙏
Rest in peace, you gentle soul. Worked many years with you at the University.
So sad to hear the news of Dave’s passing. Worked with him all his years at MUN. Such a dependable, easy going, and friendly man. My condolences to all his family. RIP Dave.
So sorry for your loss Linda / Dylan and all the family Dave was a great friend to all who knew him and worked with him over the years years may he rest easy 🙏
So Sorry To Hear Of Your Dads Passing, Our Thoughts And Prayers Are With You All At This Sad And Difficult Time.
Linda, Davey and Kelley, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. Dave was the sweetest man, always smiling, always happy and always had a little story to tell. I hope the many wonderful memories you have will help ease your sorrow..
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I knew Dave through his hard work collecting monies for charities ,taking David and Kelly around with their paper route and his work at MUN. He was a hard working happy man who loved his family dearly.
Linda, Davey, Kelley and families, sorry for your loss. Dave was honestly a great man. I always use to tell him that he was like an old woman on the phone, he could talk for hours. R.I.P Dave.
Dave’s family ,have known your dad for many years having met him first through my in-laws Peter & Jenny Burry .sending condolences to you all at this sad time. May he rest in peace
Linda, Dave, Kelley & Families,
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
So sorry for yoir family’s loss.
My deepest condolences to the Hann family SR was a very pleasant man to be around and will be truly missed.
Calvin & Karen
So sorry to read of your dads passing
Sending heartfelt condolences to you all during this time of sorrow
With sympathy, Tina Battiste