Dave Stewart Death – Dave Stewart, a 71-year-old school bus driver in Woodstock, and well-known Ontario Provincial Police constable Steven Tourangeau passed away tragically on Monday, May 29th, 2023. They were confirmed dead by the authorities in Ontario and also so many social media publications. “Most of the community has heard about the tragic crash that claimed the lives of a school bus driver and an OPP officer in Oxford County the other day. Both of these men have close ties to our Thorndale and Dorchester communities.”
Dave Stewart and Steven Tourangeau’s cause of death
According to the reports, Dave Stewart and Steven Tourangeau passed away after a fatal collision that happened on Monday, May 29th, 2023. Just before 7 a.m. on Monday, tragedy struck when Stewart’s school bus and Tourangeau’s unmarked police car collided at the dreaded crossroads of Oxford Road 33 and Highway 59 in this little rural village northwest of Woodstock. According to authorities, both men, who were the only people in their cars, passed away there.
About Dave Stewart
71-year-old David James Stewart was a beloved and well-known school bus driver born on April 15, 1952. He was the best friend and beloved husband of Wendy Stewart for 47 years. Loving father of Elizabeth Anderson, Heather Stewart, Patricia Blyde, and Melissa Roloson. Proud Grandpa and Papa of 7 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters.
Before his retirement, David owned Connor Lawn and Marine. He was a motorbike and small engine mechanic by trade. Following his retirement, David worked as a school bus driver for 12 years. He enjoyed fishing, the NFL, and NASCAR, but his family was his top priority. Dave drove buses for Elgie Bus Lines and did bus routes for both West Nissouri Public School and Lord Dorchester Secondary School. He was cherished, and his absence will be felt deeply. Doug Stewart, Graham Stewart, and Lyn Hancock all adored their brother David.
Elizabeth Anderson is organizing a fundraiser. The fundraising page organized to raise the sum of $11,500 has raised the sum of $18,255 at the time of this publication. To donate to the family, click on GoFundMe. The fundraising page read “Our father was killed this morning in a school bus accident. Dave was a well-loved man by his family and friends. As well as the children he drove on his school bus. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren. We are raising money to help with funeral costs. We appreciate any and all help.”
About Steven Tourangeau
Steven Tourangeau was married to his wife and he was the father of three sons. Everett, Luke, and Drew were so loved and cared for by their beloved father. Steven was 35 years of age at the time of his death. Steven Tourangeau was an Ontario Provincial Police constable and a resident of Thorndale in Perth County.
Brielle French is organizing this fundraiser on behalf of Danikah Tourangeau to help relieve a little bit of the financial stress. The fundraising page organized to raise the sum of $50,000 has raised the sum of $46,053 at the time of this publication. To assist the family, click on GoFundMe. “Hi Everyone, Today the world lost a very special man. He was a dedicated police officer, a loving husband, a perfect friend, son, brother, uncle, and the world’s best dad to three amazing boys. Danikah is going to have a long road ahead of her- navigating life with her little boys.” The page read.
Dave Stewart’s obituary and funeral arrangements
Friends will be received at the Brock and Visser Funeral Home, 845 Devonshire Ave., Woodstock, on Monday, June 5 from 6-8 pm, and Tuesday, June 6 from 10 am until 11 am, when a service will be held in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow at the Woodstock Anglican Cemetery. F
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