David Brian Orman

David Brian Orman 71, of Lower Sackville, N.S passed away on July 27th, 2024 David was a deeply beloved husband, father, grandad and friend, His death was sudden, and unexpected, but without pain or fear, just as he would have wanted if given the choice. David had a passion for helping people and was known for his remarkable ability to “MacGyverise” a solution to any problem. He could often be found in his workshop on his next project or building something for someone, which frequently found him in a bit of trouble for tracking sawdust throughout the house. David loved going to concerts and, surprisingly to many, became a dedicated country music fan over the past 15 years. Like most things he did, he excelled at golf. He enjoyed a good round of golf with friends or family, often bragging about the hole in one he got in Florida. He had a deep love for travelling, whether it was down south or hauling his trailer across the province to explore new campgrounds. He spent many nights around the campfire talking with Jayne, or putting on a light show for everyone to enjoy. David was an animal lover, and recently saved his first rescue pup, despite saying “no more dogs, Jaynie”. It was love at first site with his new buddy Nelson, who loved to snuggle with him. David spent 42 years at Canada Post as a letter carrier, where he was affectionately known as “Dave the Mailman”. His gift of gab often made his workdays longer, but he loved it and certainly missed it after retirement. Growing up, David was frequently found at the Halifax Commons playing baseball or in some schoolyard playing ball hockey. As a father, he later enjoyed passing along his knowledge and love of the game while coaching “Bud” and “Sis”, forming lifelong friendships in the process. His greatest love was his family: his best friend and soulmate of 48 years, Jayne, who were very seldom apart. His two children were his pride and joy, Nicholas (Jill) who he was immensely proud of for his career with the RCMP and daughter Natalie (Jason), who followed his footsteps and worked alongside him at Canada Post. He absolutely idolized his five grandchildren, Connor, Cole, Caelan, Asher and Charley Jayne, he was their biggest cheerleader in whatever they did. David was the youngest boy in a family of 12, the son of the late Irene and William Orman. He is survived by siblings Irene Acheson (Gary), Bill Orman (Lynn), Brenda Dorton and Patricia Orman, as well as many nieces and nephews who looked up to him. He was predeceased by siblings Bobby MacDonald, Nancy Myra, Kathleen McDonald, Michael Orman, Linda Keller, and Paul Orman. A celebration of life will be held at Sackawa Canoe Club, 159 First Lake Dr, Lower Sackville, on August 18th, please drop by anytime between 3:30 and 6:30pm to share a memory, story, or a laugh in remembrance of Dave. David’s vibrant spirit and love for life will be dearly missed by all who knew him

David Brian Orman

June 3, 1953 - July 27, 2024