Irish Wake for David
Everyone is welcome.
Where: Devlin Funeral Home - 579 Seaview Road Gibsons, British Columbia
When: June 1-4 Monday to Thursday. 2pm to 5pm each day.
What: Open casket so people can see his body and say their goodbyes and be in community. Coffee, tea and cookies will be served.
We invite people to have their own private moment with David, in whatever way is meaningful to them. You are welcome to share a message or song, poem etc. with him. We will not be having any formal presentations at this time.
There will be a celebration of life sometime in the future. When the celebration date is announced we will welcome people who want to share stories, jokes, music or other writings in honour of David. The celebration of life will also be livestreamed for those who are not able to make it in person.
For more info: www.devlinfuneralhome.ca/obituary/David-Roche
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David receives The Order of Canada for his contributions to the field of disability art >
Encounter The Power of Facial Difference, a free livestream event with David and Marlena Blavin introducing the recipients of the inaugural David Roche Award for Excellence in Advocacy, Thursday, September 29, 2022, 5 pm PST >
David’s role in Happy Face, the movie >
David’s wife, Marlena Blavin awarded the “Heart of the Hospice” >
David's face distinguishes him from all other presenters and speakers. What really makes David unique, however, is his remarkable spirit, warmth, wit and authenticity.
David has transformed the challenges and gifts of living with a facial difference into a compelling message that uplifts and delights audiences around the world. The story of his heroic journey from shame to strength has inspired standing ovations from the White House and Kennedy Center to Olympics Arts Festivals, from New Zealand to Moscow, London to Sydney, and across Canada and the USA. David presents keynote speeches and entertainment for corporate, association, disability and educational events of all kinds.
Read David’s blog >
Love At Second Sight Video
Love At Second Sight is an educational video that transforms attitudes about appearance and encourages students to accept themselves and others. It's about difference and belonging, judgment and inclusion.
The Church of 80% Sincerity
In The Church of 80% Sincerity David shares his hard-earned lessons, providing an irresistible and unforgettable glimpse of his (and everyone's) inner beauty and offering profound encouragement in dealing with whatever life brings.
