Cambridge-David James Craven, 69, of Cambridge, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, August 22, 2016 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington.

David was born December 18, 1946 in London, Ontario, Canada and was the son of the late Edward and Evelyn (Bleasdale) Craven.

He graduated from Lawrence Park Collegiate High School in Toronto, Canada.  He then attended the University of Western Ontario Canada graduating with honors earning a BA degree in business administration.  David also attended Ontario College of Art for 3 years.

David was an Artist for 43 years and showed his work at the Sable Castelli Gallery in Toronto and also at various places in the United States.

In 1979, David and his wife Myra moved to New York City from Toronto where they lived for over 30 years.  He and his wife had maintained a home in Cambridge since the 1990's and David lived full time in Cambridge for the last 10 years.

David and Myra enjoyed their large flower garden and also their small pond with Koi Fish.  David also loved to read in his spare time.

David is survived by his high school sweetheart of 46 years, Myra Bonisteel Craven whom he married August 14, 1970; a sister, Marilyn Craven, MD and her husband Christopher Allen, MD of Dundas, Ontario.  He is also survived by his 2 canine companions, Jack and Fidget.

A calling hour will be held on Monday, August 29, 2016 from 10:30-11:30 am at the Ackley, Ross & Gariepy Funeral Home, 73 West Main St., Cambridge.  A service will begin at the conclusion of the calling hour at 11:30 am with Rev. Kate Kotfila officiating.

Memorial contributions in memory of David may be made to the Cambridge Valley Rescue Squad, 37 Gilbert St., Cambridge, NY  12816.