The death of David Edward John Bingham, age 69, husband of Paulette (Barrett) of Kars, NB, occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital on September 10, 2013. He was born February 11, 1944, in Halifax, NS, the son of the late Frederick and Alice (McRae) Bingham. David is survived by his wife; daughter Barbara Bingham and Michael Woods of Saint John; son Chris and Patricia Bingham of Kars; granddaughters Sarah and Samantha; sisters Shirley and Reg Yabsley of Halifax, Heather Brooks Fredericton Junction, Deborah and Jim Pattman of Saint John and Dawn Pye of Saint John; mother-in-law Clara Noddin of Kars; sister-in-law Patsy Bingham of Saint John. He was predeceased by brother Clinton and brother-in-law Garry Brooks. Dave graduated from Simonds High School. He was involved in the retail grocery trade for most of his life, starting with Bingham’s grocery in Glen Falls and Bell Co Sales and Holdings in later years. He also worked for the Irving Refinery as a purchasing agent during the expansion. He was a stamp collector for most of his life and an avid poker player. He loved to travel with his wife, who was also his best friend. He was the father of Barbara and Christopher of whom he was very proud. His two granddaughters have been the light of his life in recent years. To celebrate David’s life, the family will receive visitors at Browns Flat Legion Hall Branch 87, on Saturday, September 14, 2013, from 1 to 4 pm. Sherwood’s Funeral Home and Life Tribute Centre, (506-839-2156), 18 Scovil Road, Norton, NB, entrusted with arrangements Donations to John T. McMillan Jr. Memorial Foundation, Orange Cemetery, or a memorial of the donor’s choice would be appreciated. Personal condolences to the family may be made through www.sherwoodsfuneralhome.com.