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It is with great sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Dave Tredree on July 23, 2022 at “Ed’s House” in Cobourg. He is survived by Linda, his loving wife of 54 years, children Heather (husband Andy), Chris (wife Cheri), Susan (husband Mike), and Michael (wife Kenya), grandchildren Connor and Braeden (Heather), Olivia and Cole (Chris), Jordan and Blake (Susan), and Sebastian (Michael), and his sister Jayne.
Dave has long been a fixture within the Cobourg and Northumberland communities as a local merchant and Radio Shack dealer, a hockey coach, a soccer coach, and a member of many local clubs such as the Rotary Club. All are welcomed to join us in a celebration of Dave’s life which will be held at Kelly’s Homelike Inn on Thursday, August 25 from 1-4 pm.
Originally from Campbellford, Dave and his wife Linda (nee Jones of Hastings) first moved to Cobourg in 1967 and quickly embraced the community. As a talented drummer, singer, and eternal jazz lover, he opened Tredree Photo & Music in downtown Cobourg, which became commonly known as the local Radio Shack - a business he would own and manage for the next 52 years.
Never one to back down from a challenge, Dave was involved in many endeavors which included businesses in Port Hope, Trenton, and Belleville, as well as managing properties across the county including the former Lilac Lodge on Rice Lake. He spent two decades pursuing a life-long goal of earning a university degree which he accomplished in 1991 when he graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor degree in Commerce. Perhaps the most unlikely of challenges was his decision to get involved as a local hockey coach.
Although he never had the opportunity to play hockey in his youth, Dave was a true student of the game and eventually earned his certification as a high performance (Level 5) coach. Like most coaches, he began in the local house league; however, he quickly moved to rep hockey where he led his teams to back-to-back provincial championships in 1987-88 and 1988-89. Dave also enjoyed the opportunity to have coached the Cobourg Cougars, as well as “triple A” teams in both Peterborough and Quinte. He was remarkably proud of all of his players, some of whom graduated to major junior, NCAA, and professional leagues, including the NHL.
Dave’s most powerful and notable characteristic was his devotion to his family. He loved all of us unconditionally and was never afraid to express it. He was dedicated to experiencing all that life had to offer and sharing it with those whom he loved. He possessed a unique sense of humour and outlook that was unforgettable and taught us all that life was worth living, no matter what.
Dave, you were a consummate family man and a fiercely loyal friend - thank you for everything!
Should it be desired, our family asks that donations be made to Ed’s House, the NHH Cancer Clinic, or Northumberland Community Care.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
We are thinking of you all today and sending love and prayers. ❤️
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Thinking of you Linda and Family during this difficult time. What a great guy Dave was. He was always the life of the party. I have lots of great memories of our school years in Campbellford. He will be missed by our Grade 13 class. May he rest in peace!.
To Linda and family, You are all in our hearts during this painful moment. Dave was a true original, a man with grit, humour, and dedication. Our deepest condolences.
My sincere condolences, Linda and family, on the passing of David. Though my parents I met David and had many conversations with him over the years especially when he had his business in Cobourg. May many wonderful memories be a part of remembering him
Linda and family, I am sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We had many great conversations over the thirty or so years we knew each other. I always found Dave to be an engaging individual, so although I did not know much about his life, I am not surprised to read about his many accomplishments in his eulogy. I will miss those conversations! RIP Dave.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
my condolences to you Linda and your family Although I haven't chatted with Dave in a long time I always enjoyed our conversations over the years He will be missed.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Dear Linda and family. Very sorry to hear that Dave passed away. He was a great guy and always a decent man who was very kind to us over the years. Take care.
To Michael & Family, I hope you feel surrounded by much love and that you know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sorrowful time. With deepest sympathies, Wendy
To The Tredree Family We are so sorry for your loss. Susan, Mike, Jordan and Blake speak so highly of their father/grandfather. I'm sure his void will be felt but his memories cherished. You are all in our thoughts. Love Maria, Darryl, Callie and Marcus
Dear Mrs. Tredree and family, I'm truly sadden by your loss! No words can ease the pain, but know that Mr. Tredree will be forever watching over all of you...he was that kind of fellow! God Bless Sarah xo
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Our heartfelt condolences to Dave's family. May fond memories help you all thru this difficult time. I worked for Dave for 8 years at Radio Shack when I was just 18, he was a great boss. He taught me so much about dealing with the public. He always stuck up for his staff and once threw a customer out of the store he thought was being too belligerent with me. He was a kind, thoughtful man with those he cared about and took no cuff from anybody. I have fond memories of Dave, RIP.
Linda and family- I’m so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. A great fixture indeed, and memory to both my (Kelly) family and to my husband, Dave’s family. Love to you all.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Dear Linda and family, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. The love and support you give to each other is a fine example to us all. May you find peace in knowing that Dave knew how much he was loved. Sincerely Eleanor and John Vardy
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Community Care Northumberland
Many fond memories of Dave while growing up. Dad (Paul Munn) spent a lot of time there chewing the fat with Dave. As adults we also did business with Dave. He was already missed when the store closed and he retired. He will be missed even more so now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest easy Dave.
Linda, I'm so very sorry to hear of Dave's death. I'm sure that you have many fond memories from the years you had together. They will be of great assistance to get you through this very sad time.
Dear Linda and family, Our thoughts are with you as we share so many memories of our families growing up together. So very sorry for the loss of David.
Thinking of you during this difficult time. May your many memories help ease your pain.
Our Deepest Condolences to Linda & Family . We always had good Chats over the years . May he rest in peace now . Lynda & Moe
Deepest condolences to Linda and family.
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to all of you from the whole Frizzo family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Our sincerest sympathies to Linda and family. We remember when Dave and Ken coached the CCHL Juveniles and how much fun the boys had. I think I bought my first record from Dave! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda and family, We were sorry to read of Dave’s passing. He will be missed but never forgotten. Everything you did together as a family has left you with wonderful memories that now you will treasure forever. With our heartfelt sympathy, Bill & Sharon
We were deeply saddened to hear about Dave's passing. Dave and I shared many stories about business, sport, and family over the years. Tredree Photo & Music (Radio Shack) for 52 years. That's remarkable, just like Dave! He coached many exceptional hockey teams and players and won his share of championships! We appreciate all he did for Cobourg! Dave will be remembered by many! John David Tredree May 7, 1946 - July 23, 2022 ~ REST IN PEACE ~
Our condolences to Linda and family in the passing of Dave. We met him when he became the hockey coach for our son, Stephen, many years ago. We all went to a tournament in Buffalo and had a great time together. His dedication and commitment to the improvement of these young players was so appreciated. May your special memories bring you all comfort now and in the time to come.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Cancer Clinic
Dear Linda and family. I am truly sorry to hear of Daves passing. Marlene and I have many great memories of him coaching Grant in hockey and also Linda of you and Dave running fabulous dances at the Cobourg Pavillion. What great times we had.
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Had many good chats with him at the rink.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Cancer Clinic
Linda and family, my deepest sympathy to you on Dave's passing. So many wonderful memories of my Radio Shack days. He was my business mentor and my friend. I will miss him. Love and Prayers, Ken.
To Dave’s family, It was many years ago when I was a kid and I guess Dave wasn’t much older, he was willing to cash a pay cheque from my work on a tobacco farm. I have never forgot that act of kindness from him ,when others shyed away ,RIP Dave
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Linda and family, sorry to hear of Dave's passing miss his talks and the Radio Shack Terry and Elaine McDermott
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Cancer Clinic
To Linda and your family. So sorry to hear about the passing of David.
A sweet and kind soul. We will treasure the memories we have of him. Condolences to all his family and friends. Jenna and Cal Sandford
Dear Linda and Family So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. Always a smile and a joke. Lots of good memories. My heart goes out to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. Marg and family.
Condolences to family. I remember Dave from high school. He was well respected and a person involved in school activities. Remember him working in his Dad's music store in Campbellford.
Linda, Frank and I wish you to know how sorry we are to hear of Dave’s passing. Our thoughts go out to you and all your family at this time. Hugs Christine and Frank
Linda & Family, we are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. We have had many good memories of Dave as hockey coach and friend through the years. RIP Howie!
Linda and family, we are sorry to hear of Dave's passing Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Sincerest Condolences The Stoffers family.
So sorry to read of Dave’s passing. Sincere condolences Linda and family. Fond memories of you both.
Linda & family so very sorry for your loss ! I was in his class in 1953 and than he moved and did not see him until we moved to Cobourg 80’s and we met again ! Lots of good memories.
Always enjoyed conversations with David as a businessman and hockey coach. Condolences to Linda and the family.
Dear Linda and family: I have been reading these wonderful tributes to Dave and hoping that somehow he can hear how much he was loved and how much he'll be missed. I will never forget him and all the fun we had together in high school, and during our chats over the last few years. Sending all of you my sincerest love and sympathy.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Cancer Clinic
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Linda and family, please know that Mary Ellen and I share your pain, and have since he was first diagnosed four years ago. Having just read Dave's wonderfully written obituary and the many many condolence memories, it is clearer to me than ever, just how full a life Dave lived. Touching so many people in so many different and positive ways. He was the one who deserved a gold star. I was attracted to his mischievous fun-loving mind in grade 6 and am proud that he was a lifelong friend; a constant in my life. He was brave to the end, showing us all the way. I miss him.
Dear Linda and family I am so sorry for your loss, another Springbrook family member gone......but not forgotten........you are in my prayers.
Linda my condolences to all of the Tredree family.
Dear Linda - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Cherish the memories. Hugs, Barb & George
Rest in peace Buddy time to get involved up stairs
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Linda. Dave was certainly larger than life and we had lots of good fun! What a contribution he made all across Northumberland.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital - Cancer Clinic
To linda and the entire Tredree family, our thoughts and prayers are with you today. I first met Dave when he first opened his music business at 32 King St W. and later transformed into Radio Shack. Keep the memories.
Our heart- felt condolences to Linda and family upon their loss. Dave and I always had a good business relationship. Even as sometimes competitors we were always good friends, and we will surely miss him.
Our sincere condolences to Linda and family!
Linda and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Dave's death. You were always such great neighbours, as I and my sibilings traipsed through your yard to ours so very often! May you all find peace and comfort in the knowledge that he was loved and is missed by so many. Theresa Mitchell
So sorry, Linda, and all the family for your loss. He will be remembered for his community spirit. Remember all the great times. It helps to get you through this sad time. Your kids are your greatest accomplishment and will get you through . Sandy Upton
Dear Linda and Family.. Cec and I are sending our sympathies on Dave’s passing. Hold tight to your special memories and I know you have many. Love and Hugs to everyone❤️?RIP Dave
Linda and family: As I read Dave’s obituary, the phrase that resonates for me is “ fiercely loyal friend”. Meeting Dave as I came to Campbellford D.H.S,in 1958, a 14 year old country girl from a one room school, was a memorable experience. Always supportive and jovial, he has remained a special friend through the years. Our Grade 13 graduating class became a cohesive group, meeting for reunions through the years and always picking up where we left off, even after a separation of a few years. Our partners and spouses became an integral part of that group of friends. Dick and I are thinking of your family, with love and sympathy, Barb Thompson (Watson)
To Dave's "loved ones", Dave was a super person and we made several purchases from him over the years including our first "color" television and our first DVD player. We always left the store happy and feeling good about our latest purchase. Dave was community minded and a big part of the downtown community and will be missed by many. Our sympathy to you
Prayers for Dave and his family. R.i.p.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Deepest condolences to the Tredree Family. I well remember David and his family, from growing up in Campbellford, although I hadn’t seen him since high school. (Bronie Hazell)
Dear Linda and Family We were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing, you have captured this loveable guy in his obituary. Having family businesses next, we loved Dave! He was a true champion downtown and in our neighbourhood. Fond memories of Dave will be in our hearts. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I had Mr.tredree for a soccer coach when I was a toddler...he always made you feel like your better than you think you are....he would always give out gold stars stickers when someone excelled at the game....I never got a gold star but all keep trying to get one ....thanks Mr.tredree
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A sad loss, we remember Dave well from our connection through the U-Haul dealership most recently. He was always most helpful and friendly. Our condolences to Linda and the family. He will be missed.
Our sincere condolences to all . What a great guy. He will be missed.
Sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Thoughts and prayers with the family.
Our deepest condolences Linda to you and all your family.
It was nice to have been able to spend a few minutes with Dave at Ed’s house. We had some laughs and reminiscences about business in downtown and talked about our shared love of music. It was an honour to play a couple of songs for Dave, Linda and the family. Rest In Peace Dave.
Sorry for your loss Linda and family. Dave gave back to the community with his coaching and Radio Shack was also a fun place to go. Thank you Tredrees.
Hockey talk with Dave at the rink or on main street. Rest in Peace.
Sending condolences to Linda and the rest of the family. I had the pleasure of knowing David through the connection of teaching most of his children at Merwin Greer School. So sorry to hear of his passing..
Sincerest condolences to an old neighbourhood family of Springbrook Road. Fond memories ... So sorry for your loss Linda and family. - Margaret & Bernd vom Dorff
Condolences from the De Palma family. I remember going to Radio Shack with my dad all the time for little parts he needed to fix different things. Dave was always able to help out and find the exact part necessary. It hasn't been the same without Dave and Radio Shack around town. He will be sadly missed by all of us.
So sorry for your loss Linda. Thinking of you and the rest of the family at this difficult time??Sending big hugs & prayers❤️
Linda & Family, so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing, Ewart & him will be having a chat on sports in heaven!Thinking of you, take care !
Linda and family, we are very sorry to hear of Dave’ s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you..
Linda & family so sorry to hear about Dave my heartfelt condolences ?
So sorry for your loss. Good memories of Dave when our sons played hockey together.
Sending my deepest condolences to Dave's family and friends. I always remember him being one of the kindest coaches around. Take care of eachother.
Linda and family…we are very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing and send our deepest sympathy. May those great memories walk beside you during this very difficult time.
Dear Linda and family you are in our thoughts and prayers Rip we had many lovely chats with Dave sorry for your loss
I went to Campbellford Highschool at the same time as Dave in the early ‘60s before I moved to Cobourg College Institute West so it was wonderful to meet him again when he opened his business in Cobourg. Years later our sons went to high school together. The joys of small town living. I extend my deepest condolences to Linda and their lovely family. Ethel Hansen Davey
Dear Linda and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing and send you and the family love and support during this most difficult time. I knew Dave to be a wonderful husband and father and supporter of our community. He will be sadly missed. Sincerely, Stephen Della Casa
sorry to hear about dave a good friend he gave my son jason a chance in hockey were nobody else would for that we thank you you will be missed
Sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Tredree as my soccer coach many years ago.
Sending sincere condolences to the family. We remember the Springbrook Rd. days.
Condolences to the entire Tredree family ❤️ To us personally Dave was an incredible gentleman. Over the years Dave & Linda always invited us for dinner & family time at their home on the lake & mostly our time spent at Rhino's at Gore's landing where we sat eating and having a few. LoL ? And enjoying every moment with Dave & his quick wit ? Both along with their entire family opened their hearts to us. Dave you will be so missed by us. I know the good Lord was waiting on you at the gate. Rest easy mate ? A lot of wonderful memories. You'll never ever be forgotten. Linda I'll see you 8-22-22 Love & Hugs ?
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
We are very sorry for your loss. We know this will be a difficult time, we know how much he is loved, and how much he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Fountain Family
Linda, I’m so very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. I enjoyed our visits when he came for his footcare. He was so proud of all of his children and grandchildren and talked about all of their accomplishments when we visited. Rest In Peace Dave.
Dear Linda and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Thinking of you all during this very sad time. RIP Dave
Dear Linda and family our hearts were saddened to hear of Dave's passing. He was always a friendly caring person. Coaching our Son in hockey and encouraging him along. He will be greatly missed. Cherish all those good memories and hold them close to your heart, they will sustain you through your time of sorrow .Hugs to you and your family . Wendy, Rick , Rodney and Laura-Lee
Dear Linda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was a great guy. In the 1970s he went off to university and entrusted his Record Store to his young but competent employee, Jane Holland Mullins. She called me in to help out Best job I ever had !
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Beautiful tribute. He lived a wonderful full busy life that was taken away much too soon as I'm sure he had much more to give and share. So sorry for your loss Sending Hugs xo
Will miss my Uncle Dave very much. While we hadn’t had much face to face contact in recent years due to geography, our once-in-a-while exchanges on Facebook and Messenger were always appreciated. I’ll always recall fondly our friendly conversations about business and finance (and our “agree-to-disagree” debates about politics), and many visits to Rice Lake – especially the old “Lilac Lodge” where Dave taught me to waterski at around age 8. May he finally Rest In Peace, and may God grant Aunt Linda the strength to carry on as matriarch of the tightly-knit Tredree clan. Love to all.
Very sad to hear of Dave's passing. He was a character for sure. I vividly remember going into his store in downtown Cobourg on many occasions to buy or (trade) items for CHUC Radio. In the early days, when one entered the store, Dave would have a phone "Attached" to his ear and he would walk throughout the store, sometimes over many boxes and around corners with that phone cord in tow wrapped around everything in sight, sometimes to a length of 50 or so feet. He certainly did speak his mind and shared his thoughts with anyone who was within earshot. He will be missed. To Linda and the entire Tredree family, our thoughts and prayers are with you today
Linda and family, We're so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. What a legacy that Dave has left behind. Most everybody knew him from the days of Radio Shack on front street, to his involvement in the community and to his greatest legacy - his family. A man with a smile and always greeting someone he knew. Sending our deepest sympathies to all of his family and friends and may the memories provide comfort to each of you. Rest in peace Dave and thanks for everything you did.
Linda. Ron and I were so sorry to read of the loss of Dave. There are many memories out there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely Linda and Ron
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Linda, Heather, Chris, Susan & Michael and families, please accept our deepest sympathies. We are so thankful that we had the opportunity to see Dave and you at Ed's House and enjoy his laughter while reminiscing about good past family times. We had so much fun together. Memories of Dave does and always will bring a smile to our face. What a sense of humor he had and an unforgettable laugh. God did see him sitting at the front of Trinity Church and will look after him. All our best to his family, Sincerely, Jim & Joanne Stewart
Sorry to hear about Dave, I haven't seen him for a while but always enjoyed his company and chats
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. I went to school with him and his father bought my father’s photography store in Campbellford. RIP Dave
Linda and Family we are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He put up a valiant fight but at rest now. He will be missed but he will be remembered. Sincerely Tony and Carol
Linda and family You have our sorrows.
Linda and Family : I know Dave has endured a lot in recent years, I remember happier times when he was always a joy to joust with re politics and business ventures. He is missed. Doug
Linda and families, I am writing this on behalf of my brother Ken Petrie. If he was in better health, I know he would want to attend the celebration of life for Dave. He considered him a very cherished friend and enjoyed the many adventures that they undertook together. Please accept the condolences from our family on the loss of your beloved. Cherish all the great memories.
Dave was a great business neighbour for years downtown Cobourg a good friend and yearly supporter of my Terry Fox Walk. Prayers and thoughts are with the whole family . God rest his soul.Bob and Susan Clement .
Linda and family so sorry to hear about Dave’s passing. RIP Dave