Dave was born on February 25, 1961 to Dennis and Sharon Clements, in Toronto, Ontario.
Dave worked various jobs throughout his life, most recently as a baker for Bennett’s. Before that he worked at Mount Baldy and Wild Waters, where his love of paddling flourished.
Dave lived his life to the fullest, always up for an adventure. Whether it was kayaking, camping, snowboarding, biking, he could always be found outside with an infectious smile on his face saying, “It’s all good!” He loved music and was a talented musician. Dave was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. People who knew him as a kid would say he was spunky, if you knew him as an adult, you’d say the spunk never left him! Dave was a generous man, so full of life; he would give the shirt off his back to someone in need. Dave lived in numerous cities throughout his life, making special friendships and memories wherever he went. He was known as “Papa Grizz” in the paddling community. Some friends wou