More Messages for Dave Devall

Congratulations Dave on your rertirement we'll and no one can replace the drawings you draw.

Good bye and good luck.

From Matthew and Adam Perreira.

john wylie
said

some how i don,t think there will ever be weather men like dave again in my time. he did a fantastic job. today,s weather men make it sound like the end of the world is coming, even if its only 4inches of snow, but is called a major storm. have a great retirement dave. i really enjoyed watching you over the years.

Jim Murphy
said

Dave ,

My children are now the fourth generation
of the Murphy family to watch you on CTV.

I started watching you in 1964 when my father ( and family ) returned from Germany after being stationed at 3 Wing in Zweibrucken.

My father proudly served for 36 years in the RCAF from 1948 until 1984. He passed away suddenly in 1988.

My mother June ( 81 years young )and I wish you all the best in the next installment of your life, and if you are ever passing through beautiful Orangeville Ontario, please let me know, as you will always be invited to the "Ponderosa" for a BBQ and your favourite adult beverage -- or two !!

Regards,

Jim Murphy

Doug Hobbs
said

Hi Dave,

I don't think you'll remember me, but you probably remember my father, Wally Hobbs, who was in the engineering department at CFTO from before the station went on air until the mid 1980's when he retired. He past away in 2004 due to Alzheimer's (age 92). When I was driving he and my mother home to Toronto after they had visited us in St. Catharines in the latter years, he was quite concerned we wouldn't get there fast enough because he said "Dave needs some help."

I spent my life in broadcasting, most of it at CKTB in St. Catharines where I know you were a fan of John Michael. I didn't know if you were aware that he passed away last year.

I actually started my career as the magician on the Uncle Bobby Show in 1965 when the program was live. I'm sure you remember when Bobby had the live animals in the studio. You were often in the same studio rehearsing the weather.

Just before going to air with my first show with Bobby, a duck got loose and rummaged through all the equipment I had so carefully set up. Instaed of the well rehearsed version of my act, I ended up doing whatever I grabbed first. I was the ripe old age of 20 at the time, and I have the video tape of the appearance. My dad arranged for it to be taped and in 1981 he had one of the one of the video technicians make a VHS copy. My grandkids still get a kick out of seeing it. Much of it is pretty funny.

Good Luck Dave and feel free to call sometime.

Doug Hobbs

Brian, Toronto
said

Dave you will be sorely missed in the CTV Toronto newscasts. I have watched you growing up. You are the most innovative weatherperson on the news nationwide and others hail in comparison.

I will miss the shovels, umbrellas, "COOL"s, "COOLD"s, etc that is your trademark and I hope someone else doesn't try to be a copy cat.

Good luck with your future endeavors in flying and retirement.

Jamie Lytle
said

You will be hard to replace.You have been great weatherman over the years, my kids looked forward to watching you and hoping for the sunny forcasts. They also liked the COOL days. But I think they just liked watching you with the backwards writing. Hope you can keep busy in your retiring years ahead. I'm sure answering all these messages will keep you busy for awhile. Thanks Dave.

Leah
said

Dear Dave,

My mother and I just wanted to let you know how much we looked forward to your weather report each night. Although something will be missing from the nightly news without you, we wish all the best for your retirement. We'll miss you!!!

Leah and Sandra

Chris
said

You will be deeply missed as we have watched you for over 35 years.....Hope you will enjoy your retiremnet. Hope to see you on the golf courses soon.

Melissa Emerson
said

Hard to believe that Dave is retiring. The evening you made the announcement my eyes filled with tears. You have been a part of my evenings for as long as I remember. Thanks for everything and congratulations!!!

Paul Fegan
said

My mom used to work at Sears at the Oshawa Centre quite some time ago in the paint and wallpaper department. She always said you were one of her favourite customers. She unfortunately passed away 7 years ago, but, I am sure she would have wished you all the best in your retirement.

Eric Wanner
said

Hi Dave,

I grew up with you, I remember watching your forecast with my folks since I started watching TV. It was about that time I also wanted to be a pilot, and fondly remember meeting you at the Oshawa Airport (by the tower when I was a flight instructor), I think you were off to fly your aerocoupe? Anyway, I did grow up, and I am now an Air Canada pilot, but just one question...what's the secret to making crosswind landings in that thing?

Cheers, and best wishes to your retirement.

Lorraine Prins
said

Hi Dave,

I have only been in the Durham Region for a couple of years (as I was living in the Ottawa Area)and it quickly becomes apparent how many people know who you are and appreciate not only your weather reports but your classy style. I must say it did not take long to become a Dave Devall fan. Even though I only had a couple of years to listen to your weather reports I am sad to see you go. Good luck and I wish you a wonderful retirement!

Lorraine

richard Cantin
said

Dave been watching u for quite a few years I'm a 56 year old man and beleive me when I heard the news I actually had tears in my eyes Dave wish u the best in your retirement luv u

ABID RIZVI
said

Dear Dave,
I just learned of your retirement announcement. I have been watching you since I moved to Canada 39 years ago and am proud to say we both grew old together. You have been a significant part of my family each evening without even knowing it. As my kids were growing up, every time I saw you on tv, I would say 'hey kids, did you know this man can write with both hands and backwards.' Now as my kids are grown, it has become a family joke that when we watch you together on tv, one of the kids turns around and says to me 'Dad did you know he can write with both hands?' before I can say it to them. I am pleased that you are going to retire after such a successful career, if anyone deserves this retirement its you. We will miss your daily visits into our home.
Happy Retirement.
Abid Rizvi
Ajax, ON

Danielle Semoff
said

When I heard that Dave Devall would be retiring, I was SO upset. I'm only 13 years old, and news doesn't really interest me, but the only reason I watch the news is to see Dave and his weather report. I'm going to miss him so much and I just cannot imagine anyone replacing him. But after 48 years, I think he deserves to just kick back and relax.
So Dave, have a good retirement and keep on drawing things backwards!

toni blakelock
said

Dave.....
I've been watching you since I was 2 yrs old. (I'm 50 now) Born and raised in Toronto, every single night you came into our livingrooms and we had to see the man that drew backwards! lol
And after raising my son, he grew up with you too!
Thanks for the best weather reports and sorry to see you retire.
all the best!
Toni Blakelock
Barrie Ontario

Rob de Haan
said

My Dave Devall story goes back to the late 60s. Dave was the host at the Toronto Police games at the CNE and fans were invited to go down to field level to get his autograph. I went down with my late aunt who stood in the crowd and handed him a blank cheque for his autograph. My aunt had a great sense of humour and so did Dave when he asked who the wise guy was. Congratulations on your retirement. Rob from Barrie.

Anne Skruch
said

Hi Dave

When Sportsnet was on the CTV property, I would see you in the niner diner eating a huge bowl of pasta. You were as pleasant in person as on the air. All the best

Dan Harpley
said

Hi Dave, I was born in 1958 in Toronto and can remember growing up watching you give the weather when I got old enough to watch TV. Although through the years I have said some unkind things about your forecasts I never had anything unkind to say about you. Don't blame the messenger right?
Our family used to talk about your writing backwards in the newscast and looked forward to your weather forecasts evey night. It was something that set you apart from all the other weather men and women. I am going to miss your freindly nature and smiling face which was always a nice break from the news, which wasn't usually good. I will miss you when you retire and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Thanks for the years, Dan

gennalyn mcewen.
said

As a regular viewer of ctv i must say i really enjoy watching you dave,christine,kent&lance,you all make me laugh and also your drawings also the fun you have,you make giving the news such fun. Thanks for the laughs you will be miss.

bryanhave been watching you do
said

we have been watching you do ctv news for 48 years

Alex Harper
said

Congratulations and enjoy your retirement but one questionn. How is Christine going to have her yearly fix of haggis when you are gone?

Ana & Mario D. S.
said

Dave:

Hubby and I can remember watching your weather reports as small children and all thru our marriage (over 26 years) we are still watching.
All the very best in your retirement and your time with your loved ones. You are the best.

Jim Hutton
said

Dave's always been the CFTO weatherman to me. I remember his days standing behind the glass panes drawing the weather and having to write everything in reverse. We all used to be amazed at his ability to present the weather. It's definitely going to be a different world with him gone from the airwaves. He's always been, and always will be, the weather man for Toronto. Best of luck in the future Dave, you've had an exemplary career and you will be missed.

Doug and Barb Higgs
said

Hi Dave,

We just want to send you a note and say all the best in your retirement and on your future endeavors. We are going to miss your smiling face and your backword writing. It has been a real pleasure.

Martin Kashino
said

I've been watching Dave on CFTO since I was in elementary school in the early '70s. At that time he was drawing on the clear map of Canada. One night, he was walking up to the map and, while talking about the weather, he walked into the map. And what did he do? Looking surprised, he said something like, "Oh, there isn't a breeze in here." Or something like that. Being the classy and professional gentleman that he is, he laughed it off and continued on. Umm...hopefully someone can find that segment and put it on the website. d=D Over the years he has always been classy and professional, and I think this has rubbed off on the others at CFTO. Dave, I wish you a happy, sunny retirement!

Best regards,

Martin

Candice
said

Dear Dave,
you're the reason I like to watch the news! Everyone in my family is always quiet to listen when your weather comes on (i say 'your' not 'the' because you make the weather cast what it is). I love your drawings, they're always so wonderful and your umbrella/shovels are awesome!:) I will miss you, the suppertime tv will never be the same. Best of luck!:)

gordon matchim
said

dave i watched you in toronto for nine years and now i am back home in nfld for four ywars and still watches you youve done a excellent job all the best in your retirement

Denise Peterson
said

NO NO NO You can't leave. When I think of the weather your name is the only one I think of I can't even recall the other guys names you are the weather. You will be missed by myself, my husband and my 12 year old son.

Virginia
said

Thanks Dave for all your many years and drawings. I remember 40 years ago when you were on the adoption program and then we adopted our daughter in 1970 and named her after one of the young girls up for adoption.

Susan Doerntlein Scarborough,Ontario
said

Dear Dave
You have been in my house for ever and l just turned 50. l remember way back when, my dad would say from time to time Dave you are wrong it is going to rain as my knee's are hurting. Now Dear dad has been gone 20+ years, but l can hear like it was yesterday. Sorry to see you go but Good Luck and have fun. We will miss you ........xoxoxox

Maria Jemmott
said

I've been watching Dave bring the weather to us since 1971. I am an absolute fan . There is a joke in my family about me and my obsession with Dave Devall and his weather report. My family says that I will talk and make comments right through the whole newscast, but when Dave starts the weather report. I always go "shhhh, quiet,Dave and the weather shhhh. Dave has a way of making the nastiest weather seem not so nasty after all. Dave you put a smile on my face each day, good or bad weather. I wish you all the best in your retirement. Enjoy!

John Litrop
said

Hi Dave,

I just wanted to say I have always enjoyed watching your Weather Forecasts, you were always cheerful and smiling. I wish you the best, enjoy your retirement - you deserve it!

Fiorella Plastina
said

Dave, I have watched you for most of your 48 years, since my childhood, and I don't think anyone can replace you. Thanks for all your drawings and sense of humour! Best wishes for a continued good life!

peter goss
said

Dave friend you can 't retire. I would be lost without you. As a kid I spent many winter nights watching you to see when the next snow storm was comming .You always made me happy when there was as I use to shovel snow . you will be missed .enjoy your retirement dave

Lori Blouin
said

Dave,
You've been broadcasting in our home ever since I was a little girl. My mom remembered you fondly always bringing the weather with a smile.Trancending generations with family value. Were going to miss you. Best of luck,and keep on flying!

Elizabeth Corbet
said

As you, Dave, get ready to retire, it brings back memories of my FIRST job and coincidentally it was there I met "Dave Devall". It was back in the '70s at Vickers & Benson Advertising, when you were involved in the Ford account. I was a "relief" at Reception/switchboard (just like the one Lily Tomlin used in her famous phone skit). The "lady" of the board (who's name escapes me, though I want to say Frances?) you may well recall. Everyone did.
It was an exciting place to work and you never knew who would walk by the desk. And one day, you did! Your talents were many as we saw through the years, in particular being able to write backwards on the weather board. Seems there are only 2 of us who can do it so well!
Wishihg you all the best in the years to come.

!won rof eyB

theresa arand
said

I'm very sad dave . Sad that you are leaving . You were my first and only weather person I would tune into every night since moving here from the stratford area 12 years ago.
My husband and I are going to both miss you and your humour ,not to mention your forecasts. All the best dave

Patty
said

Dave

Pleeeease dont leave.
Seriously though Dave, you will always be "the" CTV weatherman. Unfortunately, the "trane" has to stop sometime!
Best to you always

Barbara Gardner-Bray
said

Dear Dave:

I was saddened to hear that you will no longer be giving the weather on CTV, which I try to watch religiously every evening. I am 60 years old and it seems that you have always been "my weatherman" as far back as I can remember. You have made what can sometimes be a tedious topic fun with your banter between you and Christine and your ability to always look for a bright spot in what is often, in Canada, some mighty terrible weather conditions. I wish you all the best in your retirement, Dave, and a long and healthy life.
With thanks

Barbara Gardner-Bray

Piet Goemans
said

Dave, when my family came to Canada from the Netherlands in 1957 , we bought our first tv around the time CFTO was launched and my late parents and our family have watched you pretty much every evening give us the weather reports. For a short time each day you and the news crew became part of our family . As I recently retired I wish you rest and enjoyment. Note that I am busier now than I ever was so that might be your reward as well. Good luck and blessings.
Piet Goemans
on the Trent River.

Emily McLennon
said

I think I speak for everyone when I say that Dave Devall will be dearly missed by everyone: his co-workers and his veiwers. He is the only one I trust when it comes to the weather. He is always reliable and has a great sense of humour. It's amazing how he write backwards all the time!! :) Dave, I hope you enjoy every last minute you have left at CTV and enjoy every minute of your retirement!!

Mark Daye
said

Hi Dave,
Congratulations on your retirement. Thanks so much for the great job you have done over the years.
I met you in the newsroom once, Christmas (2007), and you gave me some peanuts.
All the best to you and yours, I hope you have nice weather to enjoy with all your free time!

cristina miraflor
said

Hi,my name is Cristina Miraflor,of Toronto,and I just want to wish Mr. Dave a happy retirement.He sure deserves it. I am going to miss you, Mr. Dave. I've been watching you since I came to Canada from Philippines 10 years ago. I really enjoyed watching you, and I want to thank you for those fun memories you shared not only to me but for the rest of the viewers.Goodluck Mr. Dave. God Bless You!

RICK
said

DAVE!DAVE!DAVE!DAVE!DAVE!DAVE!DAVE! "DON'T LEAVE!"

Anne Mercer for Margaret &Rab Cushnaghan
said

Dave my husband and I have been watching you for years and feel you are a part of our family.We will miss you.The weather won't be the same.Enjoy your retirement.God Bless You.
Margaret & Rab
Cushnaghan (Whitby)

then Joan Lynch maney years ago!
said

Dave
Will be sorry to see you go after all these years
I remember you in Peterborough. And followed you since you came to Toronto. The memory that has stuck with me all these years was a incident in Peterborough, I was at a late party in the west end. When you and your fellow announcers arrived at the party the station was still broadcasting thanks to a tape recording of a old previous evening show it was running and providing dance music BUT in a brake in the music you gave a weather report that was not in the remotest resemblance of what it was doing out side! Oh, did you and the other chaps leave in somewhat of a hurry.

JUNE ROBERTSON
said

Dear Dave

After all these years I am sorry that you will not be there with your great weather reports and cheery manner
Years ago my daughter and I were on the game show definition. You were there announcing and you certainly made us feel comfortable. It was like having a friendly face there cheering us on.
Will look forward to seeing you when ever you are coming back for specials.
Happy Retirement

Bernie Poehlmann, (Brooklin)
said

Dave,
My memories of you go back a long ways all the way back to public school actually, Forest Manor public school to be exact when thanks to Pat Marsden's daughter, Patty arranged for you to come to our school to talk about weather.
Listening to you that day started my facination with weather and the impact it has on our lives, thanks so much Dave not only for the 40+ years of weather but also for the memories as well.

robert innes
said

Thank you dave for 40 years of watching you.
hope you have a great
retirement and take a nice long holiday you are the only weather man i trust

Pat Blain (Brampton)
said

Well Dave what can anyone say??!!! You are the best of the best and will be profoundly missed by all that have become accustomed to your weathercasts. We certainly all wish you the warmest and happiest wishes to really live life the fullest now....whatever that me be, as it is defined differently by each of us. So, be happy, healthy and safe. We look forward to seeing you occasionally over the coming years. Unfortunately I do have one request though. Could you please ask your successor (Tom Brown?) to slow down his speech pattern. Us oldsters want to be able to absorb and understand what he is saying, so that we can plan accordingly. Afterall, more (words) is not necessarily better and less definitely is more.

Thanks and good luck

Nora Headley --Lindsay, ON
said

Hi Dave,
I wish you all the very best that life has to offer in your retirement. You have brought much joy to so many people. We will miss you.

Michele
said

Your retirement brings tears of sorrow but your memories tears of joy . Wishing you all the best and a sincere Thank You , you are a legend .

The Laffin 5

Norma
said

Going to miss you DAVE Norma from Orono

Dennis Field
said

I am about to be 65 in April 2009, I lived at Silverthorn Ave in Westend Toronto for my first 21 years. went to General Mercer School, know Chambers Ave were you grew up , and also know Jack Coveduc (went to school with him) who was on your Noon news show from Legion in York Township. have enjoyed listening and enjoying your weather forcasts for as long as I can remember, and will miss that and you Dave, Good luck PS I did work for a company for 43 years and retired in 2006 at 62, you beat me by about 5 years or so. and again congratulations and enjoy all that retirement can be.

Linda Mac Mullin
said

Congratulations on your retirement Dave. We can't imagine sitting down after dinner w/o you. But we wanted you to know that your name will live on in our small group. We are 5 women who have been friends for 30+ years and we do all of our travelling together. One of the ladies (cathy) is a weather fanatic and although we all watch your daily forecast, she feels she must report the forecast to us wherever we go. Many years ago we gave her the nickname "Devina Devall" and she carries it very proudly. She loves her weather and we love her so you won't ever be forgotten in our little group because "Devina" willbe there for you. Enjoy your retirement. Maybe we'll have to look into getting our "Devina Devall" backward writing lessons. Enjoy Dave, we will truly miss your smiling face.
Linda Mac Mullin
416-395-3210

greg kejick
said

I would like to see thanks for the memories. Have a wonderful time in the next adventure.

Colin Sherwood.
said

DAVE , I WAS IN THE SAME GRADE 3 CLASS AS YOU AT SILVERTHORN SCHOOL .I LIVED ON SILVERTHORN YOU I THINK LIVED ON CHAMBERS . WE WALKED HOME FROM SCHOOL A FEW TIMES.BEST WISHES FOR YOUR RETIREMENT.

Vel Neal
said

Hi Dave - "All Good Things Must Come to an End!" For the viewing public, your final presentation of the weather will indeed be a downer of a day. There is absolutely no one who can come close, now or in the future, in filling the TV screen as you have for so many years. With all of your upcoming spare time, I'm sure you will be inundated with requests, from the public who appreciate your ability and tact in dealing with issues, which will no doubt keep you just as busy as you are right now. Hopefully, we will continue to "See You Around". Take care, Dave, the One and Only - Best Wishes Always, Vel Neal

Mark G. Frankum
said

Dave I`ve always loved and looked forward to your forecasts.They always seem to be the most accurate and entertaining.I like the way you always explain the why and how of the weather ohenomena instead of just reading off the prompter.People keep commenting on how you can write backwards I do this myself quite abit in my own personal writings.Ido this because i am lefthanded
and writing from right(wrong)to left makes more sense.What impresses me about how you write on the glass is how you are equally adept with both hands,also the pictures help to lighten up the forecast.if it is bad.I hope you enjoy and excell at whatever you decide to pursue in the rest of your life,and we will all you greatly.

Harry Newton
said

Hi Dave. Congratulations on your retirement.
I remember the day Channel 9 first came on the air (New Year's Day 1961?). There was an all-day telethon. The 3-man news team was introduced -- news (name I forget), weather (you) and sports (Ted Curl?). Someone called in a pledge of $1 for each pound of the 3 news guys' combined body weight. You and the news guy were average body weight but the sports guy was over 200 pounds. The pledger had to shell out almost $600 (in 1961 dollars).

Enjoy your retirement. I'm enjoying mine.

Harry Newton

Sigi and Cub Ferguson
said

Dear Dave. We wish you a wonderfull retirement.Do all the things you where to busy to do, most of all enjoy your time flying. You are like family to us, you where with us every night at supper, we missed you when you where not there, and ,and we will miss you so very much when you leave us, but now is your time.So I will say Aufwiedersehen, when you visit.Have fun and enjoy, you deserve the very best.Good Health and Happyness to you on your next journey.All our Love, Cub and Sigi Ferguson from Trenton.

Louis Marechal
said

Good day Dave All the best for you,I always trust you went you giving your weather report.A other chapter is close.Let's the rookies take care of buiseness.Good luck P.S.You train them hum.

Janet O'Neil
said

Hi Dave,
I grew up in Oshawa watching you do the weather - clearly you're my favourite weatherguy. Even though you'll be missed, I wish you well as you move onto your next adventure. We'll think of you often as we drive through beautiful downtown Bolsover on our way to Toronto from Haliburton.

Patricia and Brian Welch
said

My husband and I have watched CTV news since we arrived from Britain in 1960, everything comes to a standstill at 6pm in our house as we enjoy the very informative news and our favorite weather man, so we thank you and wish you a long, healthy and happy retirement, we are celebrating this year too as it's our 60th wedding anniversary in September.
Sincerely
Patricia and Brian Welch.

Lindsey Wallace
said

Hey Dave,

I would just like to say that you are a one of a kind weather man and you will definetly be missed.
Hope you have an awsome retirment!

Lydia Lotocki
said

Dear Dave Devall:
I have been watching you do the weather for at least 20 years. You made the weather fun and always showed us the upside to it. Even when you had to tell us it is going to be
-20 & -30 degrees. You are going to be sorrly missed. But, I wish you a SUNNY FUNFILLED RETIREMENT. My only request is that on your last day on air, that you go out in style and wear your KILT. Keep smiling that sunny smile.
Sincerely,
Lydia Lotocki
Barrie, ON

Don Paul
said

Hello from WIVB in Buffalo, Dave.

I've been here since 1984, and western New Yorkers think I'VE had a long career. HA! Compared to you, I'm still a newbie. We've never met, but I just wanted to send you my congratulations on an amazing and successful stay as one of Toronto's most beloved personalities and weathercasters.

All the best wishes for a wonderful time in your life, Dave!

Don Paul
Chief Meteorologist, WIVB WeatherWatch 4

Dan Quirk
said

Hello Dave - We have met twice. I taught your daughter Lisa in grade 8 at John G. Althouse Middle School - I forget the year, but you came one night to pick her up after school. Several years later we met while walking between Ontario Place and the Exhibition. Again, we spoke briefly.
Have always enjoyed your TV work with a great personality. All the best in your retirement!

Dan Quirk
Napanee

Jack & Brenda Reynolds
said

Dave,
We are really sorry to see you leave the CTV news team...we lived in St. Catharines for many years and always watched CTV news and your weather forecasts, but have now moved down near Chatham, and still watch only CTV news...you will be sorely missed, but we wish you a long and healthy retirement...maybe you can fill in for the other weathercasters when they are on holiday...we can only hope.
Again, best wishes for a well-deserved retirement.

Jack & Brenda Reynolds

Jean Wheeler
said

Dave goes back in my life longer than ctv. I was a farm girl from Ennismore and watched Dave on Chex left the area in 1963 and caught up with Dave on CTV: Enjoy your retirement Dave you deserve the best.

Liz Conway
said

If only your viewers could see you licking your plate clean (from chocolate fondue) at Chateau Lake Louise during a media invitational ski trip. Lance Brown can verify the incident.

Janice and Tyler Brown
said

Dear Dave:

I've been watching CTV News at 6 o'clock since I was two years old. That's a total of forty-five years to date!

I moved out of Toronto in 1987 but have continued to watch CTV News because it has the best anchor desk staff, reporters and of course weathermen (Or should that be weather people now that women are forecasting the weather?!).

I will miss your friendly smile, your drawings, the way you interact with the other anchor desk staff and of course your accurate weather forecasting.

My family now lives near Peterborough, Ontario which you include in your forecasts. Please tell whoever replaces you to continue including the Peterborough area as we rely on the weather forecasting on CTV News at 6.

My son has been watching CTV News at 6 for almost eighteen years and is hooked on the news and your weather coverage.

Good luck in your retirement and future endeavours. You will excel at whatever you do, just like you have done in your career.

Donna
said

The weather just won't be the same. I grew up watching you behind the glass forecasting the weather. Now, my 2 daughters come into the watch the weather when you forecast it just to watch you write on the glass. You will be sadly missed. Thanks for making the weather interesting

peter and Sandra Veenstra
said

dave we're going to miss you good luck with your retirement pete sandra

Sara Barker
said

Hi Dave i've been watching you since i was little and you are by far the best weather man! Good luck with everything. God Bless.

maddie
said

DAVE! ur the best backwards-writer EVER
im watchin ur forecast right now!

Ron & Annette Carson & Cassee
said

All our fur-kids from Ascot Boarding Kennels & Cattery will miss all your forecast, telling us whether or not is nice to play outside.

victoria heath
said

Hello Dave, I just wanted you to know that you have been a part of my life for all of my life, I will miss you as a girl growing up in Woodville I have always watched you where ever I was to see what you would tell me the weather would be like. I wish you the best always, you will be missed by all

bergers of thornhill ontario
said

you have always been part of our family.you wil be missed.good luck on your retirement.

CAROL DEMERCADO
said

BEST WISHES FOR A SUNNY, CLOUD FREE RETIREMENT DAVE! YOU WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED

Nasir & Zainab
said

Hi Dave ,

since I heard that you are retiring honestley I got upset becuse of you I start watching ctv weather , I have moved from Pakistan 11 years ago to my adopted country Canada . we will really miss you my wife is your big time fan. well have a good retirement and have naice life

Ben Mortensen
said

Dave, let me tell you, CTV will not be the same without you. My wife and I will miss your weather forecasts and your accompanying drawings. Who said weather forecasts were boring? - Not with Dave's delivery.
Happy retiremant and we hope to see you fill in from time to time.
Kind regards,
Ben and Angela Mortensen

JOE MCLAUGHLIN
said

DAVE: THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER DAVE. I HAVE WATCHED YOU FOR YEARS. WHEN I DIDN'T LIKE THE FORECAST I CURSED YOU AND WHEN I DID LIKE IT, I SAID THERE DAVE HAS DONE IT AGAIN. I'VE ENJOYED ALL YOUR ANTICS. I WILL SURELY MISS YOU. HAPPY RETIREMENT DAVE.

JOE MCLAUGHLIN

Sarah Langer
said

Dave! Without you weather will never be the same! You are by far the best part of watching the news. I will miss seeing your smiling face at 6!

Cheryl Mason
said

When I was a little girl, I couldn't tell time yet but I always knew when it was time for bed because it was right after your weather forecast. I didn't quite understand the weather either but was mesmerized at your ability to write backwards with chalk using BOTH hands. WOW!!! That was 37 years ago! Now I have two daughters of my own and when you're on TV, I'll often tell them of your mastery with chalk! Best wishes to you - enjoy your retirement!

Bob Carswell
said

If someone asked me who was the oldest weatherman I know of, I would have to say Percy Saltzmen...you know...Montreal, early 1950s.....but when it comes to Toronto, I arrived here in 1972 so I guess locally I would have to say I have listened to Dave Devall the most...about 37 years....every weeknight...night after night after night after night....Heck, even Michael Ignatieff did not do that...most of the time he was in some other country in the world....I was right here....night after night after night after night....ohhh the thought of all those umbrellas and COOL eyeglasses...makes me want to....well, makes me want to wish you a happy retirement. Remember, you can stay at home now and count all your retirement funds as inflation turns loonies in the value of the pennies. I wonder whose weather report you will be watching Dave....sure won't be mine! Have a great realaxed retirement...you will need it after all of this continual praise...it wears a guy down....Cheers

Jim Deeks
said

I first saw you, as a 12-year-old schoolboy, when CFTO went on air. I first met you as a contestant on Definition, then as a contestant on Headline Hunters, then a few months later as a rookie reporter in the newsroom. I worked with you many times as the fill-in anchor. That was 30 years ago, Dave...!
And I've marvelled at your incredible ability to be smooth, polished, spontaneous, knowledgeable, charming and above all, consummately professional from Day One. You are without a doubt THE biggest icon in Toronto television. Man, will you be missed!! Thank goodness, you'll be making occasional reappearances. My family and I wish you all the very best in your well-deserved retirement!

Kathryn Zagrodney
said

Dave,
I've counted on your weather forecast for more years than I can remember!! I will miss your smiling face and pleasant personality but also wish you all the best in your retirement.

Best wishes,
Kathryn (Toronto)

(p.s. you always counted Peterborough in your forecast, my home town, which I never could find elsewhere).

Virginia Thorne
said

Just wanted you to know how much I have enjoyed your weather reports over the years. I will miss you, but I hope you will enjoy your retirement as much as I have enjoyed mine (and that's a lot). Best of luck!

Barry McGrady
said

Hello Dave, My family has been watching your weather forcasts for many years, your weather forcats will be sadly missed, althought it geat to hear that you will comeback to the weather from time to time , may we wish you the very best in the future, Thanks for the forcasts the McGrady family

Estella de souza Annis
said

Hi Dave,
It has been a pleasure
watching you deliver the weather all these years. Everyone at CFTO has always been like a family to tune in at 6.00. Your banter back and forth has always been fun to watch and enjoy.
Have fun and enjoy your retirement.
All the best
Estella&Elgin Annis

Marsha Firth
said

Dear Dave, I live in Aylmer Quebec and have been watching you since I moved back east from Vancouver, that is for 15 years. I have never grown tired of your forecasts, and whoever replaces you has BIG boots to fill.
Best of luck,
Marsha

Maria Eugenia Morgado
said

Since we came to Canada, 30 years ago, all my Family is been whatching you and everybody who works for CTV. You are like our advisor, more for the good news than for the bad. So, we are going to miss you Dave, but you deserve a break and enjoy life. Congratulations, live long, live well.

Shirley Sum
said

Hello Mr Weatherman,
I am sure I share the sentiments of many people here in Toronto- we will miss you! Your sunny smile, your jovial nature, your positive outlook, your humour and wit- you are the best wetherman ever to grace my t.v. screen! I have enjoyed your weather forecasts, and the drawings and comments that come with each and every weather prediction in the evening news at 6.00 p.m, on CTV news.
Go well Mr Devall- wishing you all the very best in your retirement, and I hope you pop in to the CTV studio from time to time, so's we can see your happy face to remind us that life is good - no matter what the weather is!
Take care, and God Bless you!
Many thanks!!
Shirley
Toronto

Betty Greig
said

Hi Dave, I wish you
all the best in your
new adventure, Will miss you.I did your
marriage licence at
North York Office. Have been watching
ever since. My name
should be on your
licence as Issuer of
Marriage Licences.
Again all the best
My name at that time
was Betty Westall.

Peter Mason
said

I suppose it was time. After all, you've been there forever ! (That's what my 28 year old son kept saying...). And, I have enjoyed every minute of it !!! THANX for the many years of enjoyable, top-notch weather reporting. Enjoy what life STILL has to offer. We're gonna miss you, David...

P.S. What's your address in Bolsover ? I might stop by for a brew.....

James Rosso
said

Hey Dave, Been watching you for years as well as being showcased on a program that you hosted for children looking for adoptive parents. I think you also hosted a show called the Uncle Wiggley Show based on the old board game. In any case thank you for your years of commitment. It has truly been a pleasure to welcome you into my home for the past 40+ years.

Samuel Ekpendu.
said

I came to Toronto several years ago, the first night I watched the news on CTV, it was Dave Devall, who gave weather focast. I immediately became interested in the way he did the weather focast. It was more interested the more he drew shovels for the snow and umbrellas for rain. I have never missed watching CTV news since then, except when I'm not at home. I will personally miss Dave's weather focast, however, I wish him the best during this time of retirement.

Josh
said

Dave you're the best weatherman in the whole world! You'll never be replaced because your a legend!
We'll miss you Dave!
Have a happy retirement Dave!

Diane Woodcock
said

Dave,
I was very sad to hear you were leaving CTV, I've watched you...for gee, I guess all my life just about, since I can remember! When I was a child, I remember sitting down and watching the weather forecast, especially the days before a big Track and Field day at Birchmount Stadium, and hoping you'd call for sunshine! You'll be greatly missed by so many ! I look forward to seeing you come back from time to time, as I'm certain all of your co-workers will too! I hope you have many, many years of relaxing and enjoyable retirement and enjoy life to the fullest! Be very proud of your career, and especially all the wisdom you've passed along to others along the way ! It's surely made our lives more enjoyable ! I do hope the humor on the set continues, but it won't be the same without you Dave ! Best in everything from here on in! ENJOY!

Jennifer Burden
said

My mother and father watched you Dave for many years and so have
myself and husband.
I believe there will never be another Dave
and no one will as good as you. We would like to wish you all the best on your retirement and enjoy life to its fullest

Keep in good health and you will enjoy with all your family.

Good luck and goodbye
YOU WILL BE MISSED

the ONYSKIW family
said

Congats Dave on 50 years! May the lord bless you and keep you in his care and happy retirement!

Bernadette Johnston
said

Hi Dave ,I have been watching you since I came to Canada from Scotland in January 1967.We where only here a week when we moved to a wee apt in Blackfriars Ave.And one day I spotted you. After that when I passed you I would say to my husband or anyone else I happened to be with
"there's that guy who does the weather".But soon I got to know your name and then it was "THERE"S DAVE " and have watched you ever since.I feel you were our first friend in Canada.You have been such a familiar face to us. My biggest regret was all the times we passed you I never spoke to you.I was just to shy back then...I am going to miss you Dave, ever since we came Canada,you have always been there.
LANG MAY YOUR LUM REEK DAVE......

Don Phillips
said

Dave:
What a milestone you've reached 48 years. I remember seeing you many many years ago when you first started doing the weather. You have been the funniest and the most upbeat weather man they've ever had. What will the news at 6:00 do without you. It will never be the same again. All the Best. You will be missed.
Don Phillips

kim c.
said

Dave!!!

Being an only child in elementary school, I used to spend all my time with my parents who would bore me to death watching the news everyday. the only thing that kept me quiet was the anticipation to see you come on! i loved watching you because you used to draw and everyday i used to get so excited when it was DAVE DEVALL TIME!!!
years later - im 25 now and i can not believe you're retiring! you were and have been the only reason i choose ctv over any other station. it most definiately wouldnt be the same without you! i hope they choose someone as inventive, warm hearted and pleasant as you have been to me as well as my family. we watched the moment on ctv when they said you would be retiring. we saw tears in your eyes...and surprisingly we had tears in ours. good luck and much love on your future endevours.
~kim c.
p.s. my dad watched you from back in the day when you used to do the whole weather report from behind the screen. you will most definitely be missed by all xoxo

Keith Meadows.
said

As much as I'm sad to see you leave, I'm also very happy that you have chosen to retire and enjoy life while you remain in good health, enjoy Dave. You were a great inspiration to me growing up, being born naturally ambidextrous and also as my mother would say "a mirror writer" as, for some reason I would write backwards as a young student. Seeing you on TV writing backwards and with both hands, even at a young age, made me feel that I was not a freak. That there were those that did what I did and didn't get laughed at. I used to tell the other kids the weather man on TV does this too! It stopped the teasing...thank you.
I remain able to draw and paint equally with both hands and have used these talents to win numerous art competitions as well as being selected to attend various art schools for "gifted students", a graduation from the Sheridan College Animation program and a position at Disney's for a time.
Today I still entertain and teach young art students with my abilities.
With all that, there is the love you have for flight, as I do as well, my father worked for A.V.Roe building the Arrow, my son is an aircraft mechanic and we share that love for aircraft together.
So thank you Dave for you're inspiration in my life and all the best in retirement, you'll be missed.

Peter Tibando
said

Dave congrats welcome to the club. With your free time maybe we can go out to dinner and play more golf this year and maybe I can get you into cruling.
your friends

Pete & Sandy

Karen Wakely
said

Dave, enjoy your well deserved retirement and many, many best wishes for the years ahead. The weather reports will never be the same!!!

Cathy Nicholson
said

Thanks for all the wonderful years you have given us with the weather forecast.I have watched you since i can't remember when and your most certainly going to be missed.All the best in your retirement.Dave,there is no one else like you

Lydia Van Huizen
said

congratulations dave, you will be missed, our sons always loved your Cool backwords, when you placed your eyes against it...blessings for your future.....

Dina
said

DAVE DEVALL YOU'RE THE GREATEST WEATHER MAN!
WANT TO SAY,HAVE THE BEST WEATHER ON YOUR RETIREMENT!

THIS FROM :(IF YOU REMEMBER ME WITH ANGELO LONG TIME AGO.CUT,CUT,CUT)DINA AND ANGELO

Al & Shirley Fingler
said

Congratulations on your retirement. We have been watching you at dinner time for many, many years. You were on the same Norwegian Dream Cruise in the 2000 and we helped you celebrate a birthday in Istanbul. You are a real fun guy!

Paul Burlie
said

Congrats Dave on your retirement and enjoy.
Its been wonderful to have watched you my entre life. You have always been there with your great smile and accurate forcast and some not so good. I did have the pleasure of meeting you 2 decades ago when you would pick up your daughter Sheila from the school we attended in your Jeep and you are just as nice in real life. Thanks for the memories and enjoy the golfing and flying. Who will Christine bug now LOL.

Mary Cook
said

Best Weatherman ever tells the weather in simple terms and to the point that you can understand. sorry to see him go.but wish him the very best.

victoria staight
said

Hello Dave:

I have been a faithful viewer for as long as I can remember. You ask how the weather is and I seek your advice.

Well I have come to one conclusion. How can you leave, I haven't yet figure that out.

The posting for you position has to read something like this.

Seeking a Weather person for the six clock news on the Canada's Leading News Broadcast.
You must be able to meet people where they are at the dinner table. Play golf, draw backwards, be charming, and most of all have a sense of homour.

Qualifications:

You must have the heart the size of Dave's and be able to deliever the news in good times and bad. Even when Mel calls out the army. Ok who can't forget that newscast.

You must be able to fly a plane, play golf like DAve and have big enough shoulders to take all the jokes that Ken is going to fire at you when you mess up.

Make sure Christine gets home safe and keep Lance in line.

If you feel your up to the challenge please reply to this posting. Warning this position should be taken serious there's a lot of Canadians that are counting on the next person. Job ID THERE IS NO PRESSURE!!!!

I will dearly miss you Dave.

Marie McClure Lindsay Ontario
said

congratulations on a long and distiquished career all the best for a happy retirement we will miss you every evening at dinner time

Glenn Atkinson
said

Hello and congratulations Dave. I would liken this retirement to Bill Hewitt finishing with HNIC. A voice that has a calming affect when you sit down in your home to watch the weather. Sharing the memory of Daves broadcasts with your own children and perhaps your grandchildren.Agincourt was home for me as a child and CFTO a prominent fixture on the horizon. Thanks and enjoy a wonderful retirement.

Bonnie
said

Congratulations Dave on your retirement. You've always made the weather fun and interesting. You've made viewers feel like we know you personally. You truly connect with the audience. I think other news stations have seen how having someone so personable engages viewers and have tried to copycat that concept but with you it's not a concept it's genuine. I have the pleasure of knowing your son Matt and he confirms that what you see on tv is what you really are like. Genuine, caring, smart and funny. I know he's very proud of you and enjoys seeing how you've touched so many peoples lives. I hope you have lots of fun in your retirement and do everything you dream of. All of us viewers will miss you and remember you fondly.

Deb
said

Dave,
Happy Retirement!
My mom cried when you announced your retirement. She has watched you for decades. Thank you for making her smile daily.

Jan Miyata
said

Hi, Dave,
Sad news. I'm glad you're retiring because it's a great life and I highly recommend it. But we will miss you very much...you have become a fixture in our lives. My husband and I (from St. Catharines) are vacationing for the month of Feb. in Panama City Beach, FL and you were mentioned on the front page of the News Herald yesterday!
Do you want me to send the paper to you?
All the best to you and thanks for all the years of good humoured weather reports. Jan Miyata

cliff ives
said

Well done dave, a lot of years, all the best of luck on your retirement. I have retired from york university after 39 years of service and i hope you enjoy it as much as i do. Please make some surprise visits at CTV.

Jim Hawkins
said

Hi Dave. Just want to wish you all the best as you retire. I have many fond memories of the fun we had doing the Fashion Shows at Yorkdale way back when.
Enjoy your retirement as I have with my family
Sincerely Jim Hawkins

Muriel Gibow
said

No matter the weather, you are always a joy to watch and listen to. I'll miss you. Best of luck. Muriel.

TONY
said

DAVE, THE WEATHER FORECAST WITHOUT YOU WILL NO LONGER BE THE SAME....I REMEMBER WHEN WAY BACK THEN...IT WAS ENTERTAINING TO WATCH THE WEATHER FORCAST WITH YOU WRITING BEHIND THE GLASS(CIRCA '58/59)...IT WAS INNOVATIVE.. ANYWAY,ENJOY YOU NEW CALL IN LIFE...GOD BLESS

Pat Carabine
said

Hi Dave, I have been watching you since coming to Canada in 1959 - you just never seemed to get older...what a treat you have been...not sure if I can handle your replacement...he is just too hyper for me....good luck, and you will be missed.

Franklin Maharaj
said

Hi Dave,
Coming from Trinidad and comparing to the weathermen we have down there, they do not measure up to you.
You are truly one in a million.
All the best Bro, enjoy.

Laurie Hutchinson
said

I just wanted to say Dave I wish you well I grew up watching you every night and you will be sadly missed. And you really added to the weather by doing your drowings I will always remember that and how cheerfull you always were. Good luck dav you will be missed.

Kathy Dutchak
said

Dear Dave
Congratulations on your retirement.
You are HISTORY and have been a part of our family each night watching the weather for many years.
Your contribution to CTV over the many decades as our "Main Man" the weatherman continued to make us smile (even if the weather wasn't the greatest). Don't worry we won't shoot the messenger! As many will say.. We wish you and your family good health and lots of happiness. Enjoy your retirement because you deserve it!
You'll be missed.
Sincerely
Kathy Dutchak & Family
Mississauga

Hugh Fair
said

I am 81 & have enjoyed listening/watched you for many years. Thank you. Did you ever broadcast from the air? My memory seems to tell me that. Best wishes. Now you are going to be busy. Hugh Fair

K. Taylor
said

Dear Dave:
We have welcomed you into our home and our hearts for a long time. It will be sad to see you go. Enjoy your retirement and may you have many a good times with your family and friends. Enjoy your time. We will miss you.

Tiffany
said

Hey Dave,

I really wish you were not retiring. I have been watching you pretty much all my life and I am only 18! I wish you luck for the future and you made the news worth watching :) We'll miss you!

Susan Abou Fadel
said

Dear Mr. Devall,

I have been watching you on CTV for as long as I can rememeber. My dad would only watch CTV news because he thought it was the best! I continue with his tradition even when he is not with me anymore. Congratulations on all your amazing, entertaining and accurate years of weather reporting. You could never be replaced.

Susan

Julie Cowling
said

It's been good to watch you for so many years. I look forward to your forecasts and trust them to get me through my day. Enjoy your retirement.

Cathie
said

Happy retirement Dave. Keep on smilin. Everytime I see you on the news if I had a bad day I begin to smile.

Elesia Galloway
said

I don't want to say good-bye to you...I remember you as a little girl watching you on "World Beat News" You are part of our family because you had dinner with us...and gave of the weather no matter what kind we watched and listened. You are truly irreplaceable...and you are loved.

Robert Ongaro
said

Thanks Dave, weather good or bad myself and family always enjoyed your weather report.

Thanks,
Rob.

Roy and Julie Wiseman
said

Congratulations Dave.We watch you every night and enjoy,
Your real good sense of humor. Wishing you
many years of happy retirement.

Brenda Huska
said

We watch Dave every night at dinner and it's difficult to imagine anyone else being part of our nightly routine. We'll miss you Dave

frank
said

Dear Dave,
My name is frank iam 11 years old i have watch you all of my life i was the kid that knew the weather.
i have been past your house on my 20 feet boat when i was on a trip. so thanks for the time that you did the weather.
Frank
Peterbouorgh On
( Ennismore ON)

Lisa DeJong
said

Dave,

I have been watching you on CTV with my dad since well, my first memories of watching CTV. You have been and will always be my dad and I's favourite weatherman and I wish you all the best with your retirement. Thank you for many years of loyal service to CTV and for bringing a smile to my face regardless of what the forecast may have brought.

Brian & Suzie Hennessy
said

Enjoy your retirement, Dave...it is well-deserved for many years of A-1 reporting! We really will miss you, as we watch CTV faithfully and look forward to your weather reports. You will be notably absent! Ciao for now!

Elizabeth Shields
said

Congratulations on your retirement Dave. My family has been watching you on CTV news for a long time. I always got a kick out of watching you draw backwards on the weather board.
Take care and enjoy your retirement. You will be missed alot.

Harold Bowern
said

Thank you for the many years of top notch weather forecasting.

Your presents as part of our supper hour entertainment will be missed when you retire.

Both my wife Pat and I wish you the very best and may all your days in retirement be sunny.

Best wishes Dave, we will miss you

Regards
Harold and Pat Bowern

Elwin Toombs
said

Hi Dave; I first met you in 1961 when you were shopping at Dominion store on York mills Rd. Have watched your weather and enjoyed your style all these years. Have a great retirement. Elwin

Abby Locke
said

Dave I'm 16 years old and have now been watching you at 6 for three years now, thank you for reporting the weather to us, I always know when to leave for school with an umbrella! You will be greatly missed in our living room.

Ralph Sutton
said

hi dave..always the consumate gentleman and
a great teacher .. I have always wondered why the Great Lakes and Canadian provinces are not marked on your weather maps. You show most of the US states. With all the new folks in this province they could confuse the various lakes. Thanks for a great many years of reporting and retire knowing you have done a great job.

Darryl Paul Levesque
said

Dave,

You have been an icon to all Canadians, and have provided a sense of stability in all our lives........we have gained a sense of comfort and high respect through your "iron-horse" dedication to your profession.

Your dedication to your role leads to a great message that needs to be delivered to all young and upcoming employees......take the challenge.....live the challenge....and achieve above the challenge. So often we see so many individuals that want and expect it all.....yet offer little to achieve their/ or their companies goals! You offer yourself everyday to hundreds of thousands and constantly exceed expectations! Thank you for inspiring many (including me) to give above and beyond the call of duty!

Cheers and enjoy your retirement......well deserved Dave!

Arlene Comer
said

Dave, we're really going to miss you! For many years growing up on Lk. Simcoe our family looked forward to your smile and humour while delivering the weather forecast. These past two winters are somewhat of a repeat of those cold days growing up in the 50's. Perhaps you were an influence for my nephew as he studied meteorology and now works for Environment Canada. I wish you all the best in your retirement and hope you'll come to visit the workplace at CTV from time to time. We love you, we'll miss you!
Fondly
Arlene Comer

Anne Blackburn
said

Dave - like so many people in Toronto, I grew up watching you on CTV. Our family always depended on you for what the weather was going to be the next day. Now that we have our own families, we continue to watch CTV and you. It certainly not going to be the same without you, but I'm sure your collegues will do their best - someone has to continue with the backward writing!!

Wishing you the very best in your retirement - you will certainly be missed.

David Pierre
said

David it is not good to see you go my momther all so say same thing ps.she did not no that you was in the canadin Forces I Like to read maps all so to but when you are not thare I am A security officer if you need security just cald for the nightrider

Conida Halley
said

Dear Dave,
I knew about you when I was 3 years old.I'm watching with my Parents on CTV news about the weather until now,that I'm 8 years old.I heard on the news that you are going to retire and I was crying,because I will miss your drawings and I don't think anyone can draw like you!WE WILL MISS YOU DAVE!!!

From,
Conida Marie
Halley

Nora Schuyler
said

Dave,

I grew up in the GTA and watched you my entire life! I'll be 50 this year! Your cheerful disposition and friendly weather forecast will be missed by my family.

I do have a question about weather history: If I wanted to find out what the weather was on a particular day in the GTA how would I go about it, is there an archive website that is available to the general public.

I hope you have many happy, healthy years ahead of you where you can golf and just plain enjoy life.

All the best, Nora

Larry for Irene Keys
said

My neighbor in Florida asked me to send this

congradulations On your retirement.
Enjoy your time off
Irene and Bob keys
Chester Nova Scotia
I'm sure you remember me from all my visits to "definitions" at CTV

Larry Hymes

Keziah
said

All hale the weather god!!!!!! We love you Dave!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Courtney Knight
said

Hey Dave!!!
My name is Courtney and I'm a student in Oakville at Sheridan College. I'm in the Interior Design Program and my 2nd year final project is the design of an office space. Until recently I've been having trouble finding a concept... that is until I saw the commercial for "60 Days of Dave" on ctv news. I've decided to use "Dave Devall" for my inspiration and concept. Why? Well, the fun loving and "hometown" feel you give over the news is exactly the same kind of atmosphere I want for my office space! Open, fun and comfortable is not what the "typical" office space is usually like and I plan on taking a unique route and create a working atmosphere where people are as comfortable as you seem to be on the television. I know you're busy with e-mails and retiring but I was wondering if you would be able to let me know if you have any ideas of your own for what you would do with an office space if you had the choice. Thanks a lot and congratulations on your retirement! I sure am going to miss your reports!
Hope to hear from you soon!
Courtney.

Mrs. Dale Grant
said

Dear Dave...
Sure will miss you a lot..I look forward to
seeing you every night on the News.You are retiring on Wayne Newtons Birthday, April 3d.Good luck to you and enjoy Retirement...

Grace Vitols
said

I will miss your wonderful smile. Congratulations. Grace

Trisha Crowder
said

Hi my name is Trisha Crowder. I would like to say thank you to Mr.Devall. I have grown up for the past 21 years watching Mr.Devall's weather report. I am sad to see him leaving, but I am happy he is going to start a new chapter in his life. Congradulations on this wonderful new chapter, and you will be missed The Crowders here in Brampton ON.

Kathy Earhart
said

My Dave moment,
In the late 1970's my parents and I spent our summers at a place called Cedar Beach north of Toronto, I worked at the snack bar,during the day. Low and behold one sunny summer day my first celebrity customer....you guessed.... it Dave Devall and his family. I will always remember my moment with Dave. Thank you so much for being a part of our daily family routine. Enjoy your retirement!!! You now can watch the sky for pleasure instead of work.

rob jewell
said

Dave I have watched you since I remember,I grew up when it was channel nine,and watched you ever since,your perdiction is better then wiariton willies and we all grew up to trust your out come,good luck in the future and hope you enjoy your retirement.we will truely miss you
all the best
Rob jewell

Colleen Smith
said

I always remember as a child, my parents and I watching Dave track Santa's arrival during the weather report. This was something I continued to do for my own children who are now 19 and 20 years old.
CTV news will always be watched in our home, but it won't seem the same. You'll be missed Mr. Devall, enjoy your retirement.

Rhea Copeland
said

thanks for bringing me the weather news over the years - may you have many years of fair skies ahead of you - enjoy and good luck

Perry Blackburn
said

Congratulations Dave on your retirement from the folks from Stirling Ont north of Belleville also known as the Home of the Greatest Tractor Parade that was held in Aug,08 with over 600 tractors. I can send you a CD of it if you like.

Perry&Sherry Blackburn
PS we watch you every night.love the whole news team good job

Colin Wheeler
said

Dave, you were the master of ceremonies at my graduation dinner when I got my pilots license in 1991 in Oshawa.A great night. Now have almost 900 hours and at the age of 59 retired last year. Thanks for great weather and humour over the years.

Anita de Haan
said

Oh Dave, the weather will never be the same! Your antics and sense of humor will be deeply missed. I wish you all the very best and many more years to come.

Pat Sigler
said

Dear Dave
Thanks for the memories it's been a real pleasure watching your antics about the weather All the best and may all your wishes come true for the future. Lots of love

Anita de Haan
said

Oh Dave, the weather will never be the same! Your antics and sense of humor will be deeply missed. I wish you all the very best and many more years to come.

Safiqur Akon
said

I will miss you dave. You have always been the weather person to know toronto's weather. Good luck and have great enjoyable retirement.

David Turner
said

Hi Dave

I was a grade 10 student at Stephen Leacock C. I. in Scarborough in the late 70's when you came to speak to a group of us as part of a career day.

I was in the group wearing a T shirt with a Canadian flag on it in the shape of a fist with the "thumbs up" sign.

You commented on my shirt and we spoke briefly about weather forcasting.

I ultimately studied geography at the University of Waterloo after high school, and have been teaching geography for the past 25 years.

My wife Linda and I make CTV news part of our supper hour every night. We even have the CTV news PVR'd in case we can't get home from work in time.

Dave, you've been part of my TV news viewing for almost all my life. We both wish you a happy retirement! We'll miss you.

David and Linda Turner

Carol Johnson
said

I have been watching CTV (CFTO) news my entire life. My mom Aileen was a switchboard operator at CFTO in the 70's and we regularly heard stories about you. Dave, you have become like family and I will miss your smiling face, which has graced my home for 44 years. I too, will miss the incredible relationship you have with the anchor team, especially Lance. You two are quite the pair. Best Wishes for many years of sunny and more importantly healthy days. The Johnson/Oldman Family of Oshawa.

Elizabeth Chard
said

i am going to miss seeing you giving the weather, as long as i can remember, while growing up in Islington when the buses ended at the six points. no one can take your place. you are a man with class and style. a gentleman and they are hard to find these days. may i join all those who wish you well,and for all the good things you could wish for in your retirement. you will be missed more than words can tell. all the best !!!

Seelowtie Boodhai
said

Dave.
I have been watching you give the weather for over 34 yearswhen I first came from Trinidad. I like when you gave the highest and lowest of the day when you were on at 11.30 pm,I wish the other weathermen wii show that as well. I watch everyday except on a few occasions when I was. Will miss you at 6.00pm.
Your loyal viewer.
Mrs. Boodhai

Dianne Morris
said

Dave

Been watching you for longer than I would like to say (okay, from the beginning). I am going to miss your wisdom.

Terry Neilsen
said

Dear Dave: Wow !! What a shock.I know that at some point in our lives people have to retire. I have watched you on Channel 9 since you first came on the air.I have been a fan since day one. I am now 59 and was truly amazed with your ability to write backwards and you were just as amazing as you are now. What will happen with the weather now. It seems like my hi-light of the day will be gone. I do wish you the very best in your retirement. May wonderful things happen for you and I am sure that I speak for all others that watch you, you will be sorely missed. God Bless you and enjoy your retirement.

Margaret Palmer
said

Dave, you are a legend.You are a big favorite of mine and I wish for you Health,Happiness & Love in your Retirement.God Bless You.

DANNY
said

THANK YOU DAVE, IM 50 YRS OLD, BEEN WATCHING YOU SINCE I WAS KID, HAVE FOND, WARM MEMORIES OF YOU DOING THE WEATHER, YOUR VOICE, THE WAY YOU CAME ACROSS MADE US ALL FEEL LIKE YOU WERE PART OF THE FAMILY, MY PARENTS ARE GONE NOW, BUT THEY WOULD WISH YOU THE BEST, WE ALL FELT YOU WERE GREAT. I REMEMBER WATCHING YOU AROUND CHRISTMAS HOPING FOR THE SNOW FORCAST FOR CHRISTMAS EVE. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER DAVE, THANK YOU, WE WILL MISS YOU. ITS A SAD DAY FOR ALL OF US. ALL THE BEST.

Shirley Gadon
said

Hi Dave
Sorry to see you go but you can now lead a life of (haha) leisure. My sister and I remember seeing you when you were younger and we were younger modeling men,s clothes at Cloverdale Mall. Boy were we ever smitten by your good looks.
Anyway Dave enjoy your retirement it is well deserved.
Shirley
from Kirkfield

Herb Van Dyk
said

Hi Dave
Wish you all the best on your retirement
We were neighbors on Bloomington Road in Aurora for a few years and have watched you on CTV ever since.
Herb Van Dyk and the rest of the Van Dyk Clan

Lynn Bull
said

Hello Dave:

I have been watching you on CTV for all my life (45+ years) and you will be greatly missed when you retire. I always look forward to your antics with the rest of the news team and your drawings are really "Cool". All the best Dave in your new adventures, you have certainly earned them.

Bingham Family
said

"CONGRATULATIONS DAVE"
There are 4 generations of my family who still watch you. We range in age from 87 years (my Mom) to 20 years of age (my Grandaughter) and we will miss you.
I would also like to tell you, that our son met you when touring the CFTO studio on a school trip. You asked him where he lived & when he told you Mt.Albert, you said to him, oh, I know where Mt. Idey is.Later, in his second year university he was diagnosed with a brain tumor (cancer). In Jan 1982 or son was a patient at Princess Margaret Hospital & of course we were watching the 6 o'clock news & weather.That eve.you again spoke of Mt.Idey
in your forecast. it brought a chuckle & smile to a 21 year old
who at this point did not have much to smile about. Rob died 3 months later but his Dad & I will always remember the laugh & smile you gave him when Mt. Idy was mentioned.
Thanks again Dave for a job well done.

David Whiddett
said

Hi Dave,like many viewers we have watched you for many years,we came to Canada in 1956 but could'nt afford a TV until 1957 when we discovered CFTO.My wife and I have grown up with you and the crew at CTV.Good luck and Happy Retirement

Greg Landon
said

Congratulation Dave we wish you all the best on your retirement.
My Dad remembers when you used to work for CHEX in Peterborough before you got your start on CTV.
One night after the evening news in Peterborough you were on your way home and got stuck in the snow with your car. It took a couple of people to push you out that night and one of them was my dad.
He says that was the closest he has ever gotten to touching fame.
We have really enjoyed the backwards writing on T.V. so much that even my kids have tried it on our patio doors with permanent marker. THANKS DAVE!
Again all the best in the future.
The Landon Family

Katherine Treadwell
said

Dave,
My son (David) is six years old & he knows what a high pressure is & what a low pressure is. I didn't think he knew what the H's & the L's stood for. When we watch the news, he has to see what the weather is.
Thank you for teaching my son about the weather.
Mrs. Treadwell

Eunice Sharpe
said

Hello: How satisfying it must be for you to retire knowing how much you will be missed and what an impact you have had on a whole generation. Your integrity and honesty was always obvious which, I guess, is why you were the "most trusted".
Good Luck.

Gilda Hurley
said

It is with a heavy heart that I hear you are retiring.We have grown up with you since you started on CFTO.I always wondered if you drove home to Bolsover every night after the late news.Take care Dave and enjoy your retirement.

Penny Upson
said

Thank you for entertaining me and my family. You will be truly missed.
I would like add that when Tom takes over tell him he is not allowed to consume any caffeine or sugar or any other hyper inducing substance.
All the best in your retirement
Penny Upson

MT from Toronto
said

Dave is a real Canadian icon. In this day and age where people seem to change jobs monthly, 48 years of service is truly remarkable! Dave has delivered the weather with humour and class and he will really be missed. Dave hope you get a chance to go back and visit the beautiful North Antrim coast!!! Happy retirement!

Linda Marsh
said

I've watched CTV since it came on the air as CFTO back in the early 60's. I was a teenager then and was fasinated by the way you did the weather backwards. I was pleased when you brought a version of it back a couple of years ago. It will be strange not see you. Enjoy your retirement and flying.

Betty Harvey
said

Best wishes to you Dave on your retirement.We are all going to miss you, you brighten up the evening news every night. I will never forget your retirement date as it will be my 76th birthday too. Good luck to you and God Bless'

Betty

Lynda Bremner
said

Hi Dave,

I am Lynda Bremner from Brooklin ON.I was Lynda Kemp.My mother and sister and I served you at a fly in Breakfast at Oshawa airport in 1961.We were so excited to meet you and have continued all these years to watch your great weather reports.I was 15 at the time and will be 63 this August.My parents and our family I think you would remember.Chuck Kemp and his wife Elinor and my parents John and Jo Kemp.We have talked and ate together that day and for years felt you were related since we have dinner together every night.Congratulations Dave and enjoy your retirement you so deserve.We've spent years worrying about you here in Brooklin how you get home to Bolsover in bad weather.Stay well Dave and know we will always be wondering how you are.

Lynda and Al Bremner

Margaret Long
said

Hi Dave
I will be really sad to see you go. I started watching you not long after I came to canada in the late 60's I remember visiting CTV for recording of Pig and Whistle and you were kind enough to give me a quick tour of the studio. we talked about your irish background. Well my children and now grandchildren have now come to know you.
I am an old woman now myself and have been retired for a few years. So all the best Dave for a healthy and happy future and thanks again for your dependable service all these years

Janet
said

My friend and I had the pleasure of meeting you in Erin at the Cadet Review. You were kind enough to have your picture taken with us. It has been a pleasure watching you do the weather. You will be missed. Enjoy your retirement.

Barbara Taylor
said

Dear Dave,
I felt very sad the evening I watched the news and they announced your retirement.As I watched the lovely tribute they played my mind took a trip down memory lane to the days when we were newcomers here in Toronto and my family and I were experiencing our first Canadian winter. We listened very intently in those days. I was 18 and fashion was a priority, you soon made me realize that winter in Canada was not quite the same as my native Dublin where rain was the usual weather news of the day. My lovely leather coat and fashion boots were not going to cut it according to Dave! So much water under the bridge since those days watching you, my parents are no longer with us and we are fast becoming the older generation in our family. You have been a part of that family and we will miss you. I hope you have a wonderful retirement and I hope you know how many family stories you are a part of.
Barbara

Annabell Ball
said

Hi Dave, I have watched you on CTV News At 6 o'clock, for years. It is the best news and weather channel. You really enjoy your job. It is really neat the way you can write backwards. I hope you have a great retirement.
Love
Annabell
Orillia Ont

The Blaser Hill Family
said

Me and my family have been watching CTV News for as long as I can remember! I know that me and my family will miss you ;x) The weather report will not be the same anymoe !!!

Donna Snider
said

Dave,
Ron and I moved to Beaverton 3 years ago and have seen you around town periodically. I have watched you nightly for as long as I can remember. I think you are the best Weatherman of all time and we'll miss sitting down to dinner with you nightly. (You'll have to join our Senior curling club when you retire.) Best wishes on your retirement.

Clare Kingelin
said

Hi Dave:

I can remember watching your weather forecast faithfully every evening, especially during the summer months at Lake Simcoe, where storms could blow up so quickly. I have continued to watch almost nightly the news and weather and thank you for your warm,humourous delivery.

I wish you a happy and healthy retirement.

Clare Kingelin

Art Brooker
said

Dear Dave,
It's hard to imagine that us two young guys are reaching that retirement age. How time flies! My memories go back to our travel to India to do the telethon for Christian Blind Mission. Thanks for your friendship and the professional way that you always performed both in your job and in your activities. God Bless you.
Art Brooker

Marianne
said

Dave,

It was sad to hear that you were retiring. I've been watching you on the news since I was a little girl with my parents, then since I got married and my kids now watch the news on CTV. I've occassionally watched other newscasts & noone can compare to how you deliver the weather. The chemistry between you, Christine, Ken & Lance can't be beat. I guess it was just a matter of time, but CTV weather will not be the same without you. Tom Brown, Anwar Knight and anyone else doing the weather will have some very big shoes to fill. Just please teach them how to write and draw backwards!!!!

Congratulations on your retirement. You deserve it.

Janet
said

Dave; I wish you all the best in your retirement. I have been watching you for almost 40 years and I'm really going to miss you. Good luck

David Van Veen
said

This is Dave Van veen From Burlington Ont.
I am one of your fans
you do a good job for
48 years. You sometimes make me laugh on what you say or what you draw that glass GOOD JOB
congratulations to you ad to your family I will miss you

Stan Bida
said

Good luck on your retirement and hope you will come back in the future for a replacement to predict some nicer weather

Best of Luck

John & Lyn Hunter
said

You are going to love retirement but you will be sadly missed by not just us but by man. WE have watched you for all of our 42 years of married life...We wish you well, enjoy retirement we do, and all the best...Have fun, live well, laugh hearty and add humour daily. Just have a great time.

Eleanor Farwell
said

Hi Dave
Congrats on your retirement. Ctv will not be the same. What will Christine do without your suggestions for her foot attire.
You are not only a great weatherman but a great person
Enjoy
E & Farwell
Whitby

martina mcdonald
said

Hi Dave, I have watched you over the years and I'll will truly miss your warm and friendly forecast. Thanks for brightening up our lives. All the best in your retirement.

Gary Sweetman
said

I have no say when it comes to 6pm on TV. My dear wife says, put on chanel 9 I want to see Dave Devall. I'm an obedient husband. So Dave has always been part of our supper hour. Congratulations on your retirement.

Don montgomery
said

Dave, going to miss you have been watching you do your thing as long as I can remember, I myself am 53 in may, you are the only that can be trusted giving us the weather, you where 95% right over the years,your like part of the family!!!!!!

Ann Fletcher
said

Congratulations on a job well done Dave. Our paths have crossed on several occasions in a sort of a way. Any chance of getting in touch with Joan. She was my Sunday School teacher l950ish. We lived 2 blocks apart as teenagers.

Ann Wilson
said

I'm not a celebrity, just your average viewer but I want you to know that I will miss you. I used to do banking for a local company at CIBC just up the road from the TV station many years ago, and I can still remember being in awe when I bumped into you and Pat Marsden there. I've just retired and I hope that you enjoy your retirement as much as I am.

Sandi Castonguay Aurora ON
said

Dave will miss your reports on the weather &
your backward writing but
most of all will miss your SMILE & your sunny
outlook. good luck in all
your future projects!!!!!

Jane Saltmarsh
said

When someone said "Dave said it would be nice today" everyone knew it was Dave Devall. He didn't need a last name. I wish you well in your retirement.

Carol Larocque
said

Another word for Christine Bentley. If it "milds up" we will be in for a lot of excess water in our back yards,streets & waterways.

I used to get home 23 odd years ago about 5:40, and my daughter would put my newborn grandson in my arms. She would be almost beyond herself with Michael crying, etc. most of the day. He was collicky(?)

I'd say warm his bottle & I'll look after him.

When CTV news came on & Dave was on, I'd say "Oh look, there's Dave with his pretty colours doing the weather"!

I tell you, from the time this baby could see & hear Dave's voice, he'd turn his head in the direction of the tv & be calm!

He'd drink his bottle, but when he heard Dave, he'd stop to listen. He is a young man now, but when Dave is mentioned, he still gives a smirky smile.

My daughter said I should email to tell you this.

We're going to miss you, but hope you get to do whatever you want to do and whenever you want.

Enjoy your new adventures, you most certainly deserve it.

God bless you & yours,
Carol L
Oakville, ON

Mary Kavanagh
said

Hello Dave

Just wanted to Thank You for providing us with the Weather Forecast for so very many years. My parents watched you faithfully and now my husband and I are doing the same. You leave us with great memories of some of your artwork and funny little stories. Have a Great Retirement, you deserve it. All the Best from Mary in Schomberg

Tracey Rea
said

Dave Devall has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember so I was flabbergasted when I went to my doctor's office in Scarborough (Dr. Fremont), many years ago, and who was sitting in the waiting room? Mr. Dave Devall! I couldn't believe it! There I was in the same room with a person who had been part of my life for so long! I could hardly wait to get home and call my mom to tell her that Dave Devall had the same doctor as we did!
Congratulations on your retirement, Mr. Devall, you will be greatly missed by many but it is definitely well deserved!

John + Brigitte von Schwerin
said

We wish you a happy retirement and we enjoyed the style and class of your weather report since the beginning of your tenure. We will miss you.

diana curle
said

HAPPY RETIREMENT DAVE. MY 97YEAR OLD CLIENT AND I WILL MISS YOU, JUST HOPE TOM BROWN CAN DRAW LIKE YOU. FROM DIANA P.S.W AND FLORENCE MY CLIENT.

Jackie and Mike Heptinstall
said

Hi Dave - you've been a guest every night in our home since the 70s - when if I remember correctly, one of your kids went to Wells St. Public School in Aurora at the same time as one of ours! We're going to miss you - but ENJOY your retirement-we can recommend it! (If you decide to leave Bolsover - give Bracebridge a try!)

Doria Stewart
said

Oh my goodness. I am as old as you have been the weatherman on CTV. I remember as I child I used to stay up late to watch you draw the umbrella etc.on the glass board with both hands. I was so amazed at that.
May you enjoy your retirement.

Lousie Brown
said

Dave,
You are a part of my life and have been for as long as I can remember. You are a Canadian treasure! Thank you for so many years of excellent weather reporting! Best wishes for your next adventure!
All the love, laughter and health to you my friend!

Edwin Haier
said

Hello Dave,
All the best for your retirement. will miss you a lot.We met at Cedarbrae VW. after your return from Germany. You signed the work order for me in mirror writing. May I please ask for it again? Lost the copy.

Zaeem Ghaffar
said

Congratulations Mr.Devall on the retirement and Toronto will miss you!!! I have always enjoyed watching you when you were on. All the best to you on your next chapter and do fill us in what you are doing now and then. Take care friend!!

Bill Queen
said

Dave-you and I were in the RCAF about the same time---I still prefer the old ranks. happy retirement Group Captain.

Dave & Allana Martin
said

Dear Dave,
Thank you soooo much for being part of our lives! We will miss your forecast the good along with the not so good weather. CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR WELL EARNED RETIREMENT, TAKE TIME TO SMELL THE ROSES!

Frank Spink & Sheilah Coish
said

Dear Dave:

There is not a time in my life that I cannot remember you.
Truly my husband & I both wondered if you had found the fountain of youth - you were the same sunny Dave - we got older.
Thank-you, we still can't imagine life without you & your crayon.
May you, yours & Bolsover live long & prosper.

Born in 54
Sheilah & Frank
Richmond Hill

Orawan Tangtrakul
said

I listened to your voice telling me about what will be the weather for the next day at 6 pm CTV news since I immigrated to Canada for 30 years and will miss you, best wishes

Judy Johnston
said

All the Very Best to you Dave Devall - the CTV Weather will never be the same - I commend you on stepping aside so younger folks can progress - but sorry they will never be as good as you - I remember you years ago when you modeled for Dorothy Brombey Smyth at the Toronto Home Shows - you were delightful then and you still are - you will be truly missed.Wishing you health and happiness

Wilma L
said

All the best Dave we will miss you but your leaving it in good hands take care in all your endeavours good luck

Pat and Ernie Cowden,,, Midland, Ont.
said

Dave Devall is not your regular guy,
We've watched him over the years, my my,
He's a super person and so immersed,
In weather he's articulate and so well versed.

We'll miss you Dave, we've been here from your first,
Our old T.V. with the odd outburst
Brought us Dave Devall and his marvelous ways,
Of helping us through those weathering days.

Such a nice young man with a future ahead
To CTV you were certainly wed,
And here you are after 48 years
Bringing even the hardest shedding some tears.

So to you and your future, may it be long,
Join we the retirees who are healthy and strong,
You deserve the best and we'll miss you a lot
Give the rest of your life all that you've got.

Lynda Hansen
said

Hi Dave: When we moved to Toronto 29 years ago and saw the weatherman writing backwards - I said to my husband "Holy cow - what have we got ourselves into"? I can now tell you we got ourselves into 29 years and counting of weather forecasting by a very gentle, sincere, for the most part accurate :), and very entertaining weatherman and we thank you most sincerely for the many years of enjoyment. You will be sadly missed. We do wish you many years of great health and happiness as you pursue other dreams and passions. Maybe some backwards skywriting????

Glenda & Arnold Lowe.
said

Hi Dave,
We watched you since you arrived at CFTO, the Weather won't be the same without you.
Enjoy your retirement.

Jeff Berridge
said

Dave
Absolutely NO ONE can step in your shoes.
You will be missed dearly.Just cannot believe you are leaving.When it rains it surely pours.
All the very best!!!
Jeff (St.Kitts)W.I

Grant M. Turgeon
said

Dear Dave:
I first met you when I worked at Lennox Animal Hospital in Toronto in the late sixties, where you brought your dog and if I remember correctly you had a black or chocolate Lab
I have watched you since you first started at CFTO an would like to wish you all the best in your retirement. You certainly have earned it. Good Luck

Fred & Bernadette Dickson
said

Dave, We are going to miss you. We have watched you do the weather for many years and have enjoyed the time with you.Who can ever forget the night Lance Brown launched a snowball at you!!
All the best, Dave and HAPPY RETIREMENT.

Jeanne Crispin and Clarence Lansdowne
said

Wishing good health and happiness in your retirement
Sincerely

Fides
said

Dear Dave,

I just want to wish you all the best on your retirement. You made me proud to be a Canadian.
God bless and Jesus truly loves you Dave.

He showers you with years of blessings that you can never imagine. It's time now to concentrate more on Jesus works on winning souls for His Kingdom. There is no other name under heaven by which man will be saved, but only at the name of Jesus.

Let's glorify Him,

Fides / Toronto
Miracle Life Christian Fellowship

Blanca Molina
said

Congratulation Dave
I have been watching you since I came to Canada (1985).
I always like the way you present the weather forecaster.
God Bless you.

Margaret Bromley
said

Dear Dave - May the "Luck of the Irish", always be with you as you enjoy your well deserved retirement.
The weather might change day to day , but our admiration for you and your many talents never will.Take care !!
Love-The Bromley family

Ron Miller
said

Hi Dave

When I worked with Environment Canada here in Toronto, I had the pleasure of talking to you from time to time. I retired about four years ago, but always enjoyed our conversations. I watch you almost nightly and have always enjoyed the way you present the weather. You have made everyone feel that you are talking directly to each and every viewer which is something to be very proud of. You have always had a great rapour with your audience. Congratulations on your great career and on your upcoming retirement. We will all miss you.

Ron Miller
Meteorologist (retired)

Clara Corlette
said

Going to miss you each evening. We always watch Ctv just for your weather forecast. Wishing you all the best. It won't be the same news without you.
Clara and Roger

Debbie Laird-Allen
said

Dear Dave
My family and I have invited you in to our home every evening for many years. It is a tradition in our house to watch you doing the weather every night. If for whatever reason we have to miss you doing the weather, somehow the evening is just not the same. We will miss you very much Dave, but we hope you will have a fulfilling retirement. Good luck to you and again, we will miss you!

Debbie, Wayne, Brandon and Amber

Lorna and Don Simpson
said

Your an icon on CTV News and your going to be missed. Your days after retirement will not be long enough, we can vouch for that.
Have fun and enjoy!

Penney Reynolds
said

I have been watching you since the beginning. I remember going to see you in fashion shows at Yorkdale Mall in the '70s. It has been somehow comforting to see a familiar face all these years. I will miss you. The evening news will not be the same.

Shannon
said

Dear Dave,

I can't believe your time with CTV is almost over. Dave, we will truly all miss you and you are a legend. I'm sixteen years old and I love watching your weather reports due to your creativity and fun humor. I hope you have a relaxing retirement because you truly deserve it. I wasn't born yet to see your younger years of weather reporting but I know that you have pure talent when it comes to the weather report. You seem like such a happy and fun loving man which attracts me to watch the news(because most teenagers really don't care about the weather report). But Dave you make it interesting and enjoyable to watch. I wish you and your family the best! Congrats and thank you Dave for your years of a confident, lovable and artistic weather report.

Kelly
said

Dear Dave,
My family and I all watch you on ctv every night.(Well except weekends). Although the weather forecast may not be correct, we still love watching you draw those umbrella's and "cool"'s. We will miss you Dave!

rick dugard
said

Hi Dave! The family and I arrived here from montreal in August84.We've never watched anyone else do the weather.Oh I guess it's true when they say"all good things..." Enjoy your retirement. Rick Dugard

Jennifer Quinytne
said

In 1967, my parents landed in Toronto newly immigrated from England with a chubby 4 year old and one on the way. Dave has been a part of our life since we got our first tv set a few weeks later. I do not have the bragging rights of my younger brother who has been watching his entire life. I have been a loyal viewer for forty plus years. My favourite memories are of the many times Dave would get ready to write backwards with both hands and the sound of someone calling out, "He's doing it!" would bring a stampede to the television. Thank you Dave and good luck in your future endevours. We'll miss you.

Ivan Horvatin
said

Dave,
I am a 23 year old who since I can remember, has always had you to rely on for weather. Pinball was right in saying that there was a certain trust factor that you always brought to the table. As a child growing up, at 6pm it was always news time, and no one ever moved until the weather was done and Dave said his forecast.
Whenever any of my friends growing up watched the other news stations and told me what the forecast was going to be, I looked at them and said; nope that is not what Mr. Devall said and I have stuck to that until this day.
Hearing your voice always brought a sense of genuine caring towards the viewers. Whenever you said “make sure to take an umbrella, or make sure you bundle up”, I felt like you were talking directly to me. It is a very rare aspect to find in a person, and something that you were able to do brilliantly.
Dave, all I can say is thank you so much for being you. May God bless you in all that you do, and know that a lot of people are going to miss the weather forecast, because everyone knows that what Dave says goes.
Ivan Horvatin

Jody Riley
said

Four generations of our family love Dave. My grandmother, parents, myself and my children all love watching his forecasts. We wish him all the best in his retirement.

Lukas Younker
said

Dear Dave Devall

I am a current undergraduate student at the University of Toronto at Scarborough studying Environmental Science. Currently I am enrolled in a course about Climatology, which has always been a strong interest of mine.

Living in Scarborough I have grown up watching you predict the weather. You have contributed a large amount to my interest in weather and meteorology. I have always wondered how weather you get your information and present your forecast on the news.

I was wondering if there was any possible way I could come in and see how the weather team at CTV-Toronto works.

Thank you for your time.

Lukas Younker

Laura
said

Dave Devall always makes me smile :) Good luck in your future and enjoy!
Thanks!

Gillian & Charles Findlay
said

Dave: Congratulations on your retirement after 48 years with CTV - you will truly be missed by not only my husband and I, who have been watching you draw those umbrellas since 1960, but the rest of Torontonians. A job well done, Dave and you will definitely be hard to replace by CTV. Congratulations and good luck for the future.
Jill & Charlie

Deanna
said

Dear Dave,
My husband and I congratulate you on your well deserved retirement. We will surely miss you on CTV. Maybe you can teach Anwar to write backwards keeping a little bit of Devall on CTV.

Mary John Souza
said

Dear Dave,
I'm not at all happy to say goodbye to my favorite weatherman...You're a hard act to follow and will be sorely missed.
The six O'clock news will never be the same without your sunny personality!
Have a joyful retirement Dave.
A sad fan

MJS

Ray Burgess
said

Dave
I sat on the side of 401 and saw towers erected when CTV came online Im A wee bit older than you ..
Now A poem

Im writing these few lines to tell you
The Markets have taken away . The things Ive always wanted . My auto , My horse , My sleigh .Now im riding about on a Donkey .He,
is weary tattered ,and
slow so you,ll know when you miss me at Christmas .. Im out on my ass in the snow

Ray Burgess Bowmanville

Linda Van-de-Broek
said

Dave, you were a legend in the weather department! Such a great voice that will be missed.. there is no other like you.. but, I do wish you a very happy, relaxing retirement.. you deserve to have some free time with the family... Take care and enjoy,

Alexis Sörman / Previously Alexis Wilson
said

First of all, greetings from Sweden! I am a long time (25 year!) viewer of Dave, I watched him from as far back as I remember, I am told from birth, and right up until the day I moved to Sweden to get married.

Dave was always the best part of the news for me. My single mom and I made sure we always watched him together, which was a very important bonding time for us both as she worked so much to support us.

I will never forget the time I met Dave at a rotary auction, I was helping out at my high school with the A/V equipment, and suddenly there he was, as down to earth as can be, he shook my hand and was really nice to me and I have never and will never forget it.

The news will never be the same without Dave Devall. I got tears in my eyes when I read he is retiring. Of course he has earned it, but I am still so very sad to know that when I visit Canada, he wont be there on the news to remind me of all my good days growing up when watching him draw those umbrellas was the highlight of the evening.

Thank you for everything Dave, you are very loved, and will be very, VERY missed.

-Alexis

Helen Rose
said

Dave I am sure going to miss you, most weekends I am going to dog shows and always relied on you, to know the weather was going to be okay, for my drive's to shows all over Ontario, what I am going to do now?
Woof Woof from the dogs!!!

Tita Doucette
said

Hi Dave,
I wish you all the best
on your retirement. I hope to see a lot of you on the retired people cruises.

Jim Carr Jr (on behalf of my father)
said

Hello Dave,
Just wanted to say thanks for the great memories, not only of you giving us accurate weather all theses years on CFTO but also the memories of growing up together in YORK. I am not sure if this is a good time to bring this up or not, but I better start the procedure of suing you for the personal injury I received on the account of your dog. I remember a very serious injury to my finger stopping a fight between SKIP and the dog that belonged to the Chappels. I need to start the process before you are retired, so as not to affect your pension. Some day we will meet and have an all day sucker at Tonks!

You will never no how much it meant to me that your mother made the effort to attend my mothers funeral all those years ago.

All the Best Dave,
Jimmy Carr
Dunsford, Ontario

Sheila Willis & Ellen Russell
said

Hi Dave!

You have always been our favourite weatherman throughout the years. But we also remember when you modeled men's clothing in a fashion show put on by the Ontario Women's Field Hockey Association way back in the sixties. We were on the Executive Board at that time and really appreciated your input.

We wish you all the best in your retirement.

Sheila Willis & Ellen Russell
Guelph, Ontario

Kristina
said

Hi Dave, I have been watching you do the weather for my whole life. You were my favorite part of the news. I can't imagine what CTV will be like without you. I'll miss you!

Gerry Rathbone
said

Hi Dave ;
I first spoke to you years ago while servicing equipment at CFTO , they were shooting the Murray Westgate Esso commercials for the hockey games and Harvey Kirk was news director . Yea5rs later we met when you came to the U-haul Rec Vee World to get a trailer hitch on your K-Car wagon and I was the Rec Vee manager . Based on those couple of meetings I alway had that feeling deep inside that you came to work each day just to personally tell ME the weather . Enjoy your retirement time you have earned and richly deserve the opportunity to " smell the roses and pick the weeds ' . All the best Dave.
Gerry Rathbone and family.

Bob Stevens
said

Dave I can remember a young fellow doing the weather on a new station[CHEX TV] in black &white!!!!! Good luck&GOOD HEALTH at Western Trent G&CC! Hope to see you there Bob Stevens[Golf buddy of Jim Anderson

Ronda Andrews
said

My husband and I watch ctv news every night. We are from Belleville, Ont. We love to see you, Ken, Christine and Lance. The team will not be the same without you and you will be missed greatly, but we wish you well and our thoughts and prayers are with you for the most deserved retirement. Enjoy yourself to the fullest like we enjoyed your entertainment over the years. We also saw you in Picton and Belleville when you did the reading of the Christmas Carol. You were great at that and made me feel like I was right there in the story. I hope you will return to our area again for another reading this year so we can see you. I got my picture with you at the Picton reading and it was so special to me that my family had it included in the cologe of photos for my 40th birthday party. Your a wonderful man and a terrific weather man. Thank you for all the great weather reports (even if Christine was upset with the snowy and cold weather reports lol). Best of luck and thanks again.

sal
said

dave we love just love your sense of humor. we watch ctv just to see you!!!!
Our family from Asia

Victoria
said

Dearest Dave....

You will be greatly missed & never replaced........

Katherine Chow
said

My husband & I have always enjoyed your weather reprts (as well as the rapport with your fellow anchors). All of you have seemed to have lots of fun kibitzing(sp?)with each other. We've always waited for Lance's zaps to you. You have provided notonly excellent weather probs, but also lots of fun, humour and kindness. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement. Best wishes to your crew. Jerry & Kathie Chow

Nelson Nacita
said

Hi Dave,

Since 1994 when we immigrated here in canada, you always amazed me with your style of weather reporting. I sure gonna miss you. Stay cool Dave!!

Charlotte Schaven
said

Dave
Happy Retirement, we will miss you. We watched you when we lived in Hamilton and are still watching you now that we are also retired and have moved to Eganville ON. We have a bit of a connection to CTV too, since our son Brian works for TSN and has also worked with you at CTV, he has told us lots of good stuff about you. You always give the big picture on weather, it is just not Toronto, all of Ontario. We don't seem to get much from the local stations.
We will greatly miss you, have watched you for a long time. Hope that your replacement will be as good as you were. We always enjoy the jokes, etc between the four of you on the news at 6.
Will have to get to that chip truck in Bolisover some day.
Happy Retirement.

Charlotte & Jack

Charmaine M. Lock
said

I will miss you Dave. I have watched your weather forecast for as long as I can remember. I get upset when I miss the news. I have always watched CFTO news since I was little. I will be 43 in March so you can understand how long I have watched the news.
Good luck & good health to you. The weather will never be the same again without you.I have been a loyal watcher since I was a liitle girl. God bless you.

Bruce Dyer
said

Have enjoyed watching you since your days on CHEX TV. I know the weather can be unpredictable, but you make it predictably interesting and your classic backwards chalk skills, anomalous propagations, and milding trends are classics! Thanks for enriching our lives.

Karen
said

Dave, I hope your retirement is as fulfilling as our lives have been by watching you every evening during your career as weather spokesperson. Good luck and God Bless.

Paul & Jan
said

We are sitting in Mexico, reading CTV news and read that Dave was retiring and had to send our best wishes, Dave you have been part of our lives for the 44years we have been married! We always say to people what the weather is followed by DAVE SAID! and he was right.We will miss ya!

Vaughn Pardy
said

Say it ain't so, Dave!
I guess it is! I've been watching you when I came to Toronto in 2000. Watched your forecasts, and you exuded class! Good luck in your retirement!
Keep coming back for us!

Fred Stickle, Belleville, Ontario
said

I don't think I have seen a more informative weatherman like Dave Devall. He will be truly missed and CTV was very lucky to have someone of his calibre for so many years. He deserves a happy and long retirement. All the best.

Charlene Patton
said

Dave I knew this day would come but that doesent make it any eaiser. I have watched you for as long as I can remember. Nobody will be able to replace you and the news will not be the same. You deserve to retire you worked so hard but it still isnt right.Best of Luck Charlene Patton P.s. If you have any pull can you see what happened to Good Morning Canada I cant find it on weekends any more. How much can one person deal with.

Cpl (Ret'd) Ellis, Paul A.
said

Dave Devall:

Feb 2, 2009 will be mark as one of the sadest day in not just
CTV but television history. You are CTV, and the evening news crew was everybody favourite tv family and you and your crew were part of our family. Being a veteran myself, it is an honor to see how proud you are being an honorary Colonel. It is great to see two TV legends (you and Don Cherry)
"SUPPORT OUR TROOPS".
THANKS for the memories, Mr Dave Devall!

John Dunsmuir
said

dave, I came to Canada from Scotland in September 1970 and landed in Toronto in the biggest thunderstorm I had ever seen in my life. I have moved araound the southern ontario region for these last 39 years and have always watched your weather forecasts.

I will sure miss your unique weather forecasting style when you retire. i hope you live a long happy, healthy and SUNNY life in retirement

John

connor
said

dave im only 9 but il miss you. by.

Kaitlyn Marks
said

Hi Dave,
My name is Kaitlyn and I am 10 years old.When ever you do the weather I stop doing what I am doing
to watch you do the weather,You drawing backwards always makes the most terrible weather fun!!!Have a fun RETIREMENT!!

Linda Solomon & Hilda Hibben
said

Hello Dave, As other viewers have said 'we'll miss you', so will I. My mother who is 82, will certainly miss you doing the weather on CTV, as she has been a regular viewer & fan of yours for many, many years. We both wish the best in your retirement. Take care & God Bless. Linda S. & Hilda H.

Marilyn and Gordon
said

we'll miss you in Thunder Bay .. as will our little Westie girl ... Lilly ..

Marilyn and Gordon Stephenson

Michelle Tripp
said

You are the Wayne Gretzky of Weather Dave!

Lorraine Harrietha
said

Hi Dave, Thank you so much for coming into my living room to deliver the weather. My husband I will miss you so much! You are a true gentleman. Take care my friend, and may you have many many years of a well deserved retirement.

Claudia & Charles Moorhead
said

retirement is wonderful & fulfilling. Sincere congratulations & much love.

Claudia & Charles Moorhead, Newmarket, Ont.

Barbara Jones
said

Congratulations Dave, wish you a healthy and happy retirement. Will miss you very much I have always been able to depend on you for an accurate account of the weather. You leave very big shoes to fill.
Good Luck

Mark S
said

For 34 years I have watched Dave.His retirement compares to a death in the family where we all know the date.

Lets hope he pops back into our livingrooms from time to time to do special holiday weekend weather forecasts or something,just to let everyone know how he`s doing,Dave is like everyone`s Dad on TV

Audrey & Bill
said

We emmigrated to Canada when we retired from UK in 1995. We began watching you on CTV then and became great fans. We then had the opportunity of meeting you at Trillium Trails Dog Sled event in 1998 and had a photo taken. You subsequently autographed that photo when I met you again in the CTV studios. Hope you enjoy your retirement as much as we have in Canada. All best wishes - Audrey & Bill

Brenda Mackay
said

Dear Dave: I have been an avid watcher of CTV news since moving to the Toronto area 30 years ago. My husband and appreciate the professionalism, humor, and the atmosphere of the show. May God richly bless you in your retirement years,Dave

Beatrice Brown
said

My 3 children between the ages of 12 and 9, have said the weather will never be the same. They have grown up with him in our livingroom after dinner. He will be missed.

Lorraine
said

I LIVE IN BOBCAYEON AND GREW UP IN EAST END TORONTO MY PARENTS ALWAYS WATCHED CTV NEWS AND DAVE DEVALL IT HAS CARRIED WITH ME AS WELL. WHEN I TALK ABOUT THE WEATHER I ALWAYS SAY DAVE DEVALL SAYS!!!!! SO I WILL MISS HIM ON THE NEWS LORRAINE BOBCAYGEON

Barbara Peel
said

I'm a mid-50's woman who followed my parents' lead in faithfully watching CTV news daily and especially Dave Devall. What really surprised me was hearing my 23 year-old daughter comment that she would miss watching him. I didn't realize that she even knew who he was, let alone be a follower of our family tradition!
Best of luck in this new stage of your life - we'll all miss you.

Doreen
said

Well Dave congratulations on your retirement.You know you will be missed. Now get out there and do some travelling and do some things you never did.God bless you on your journey,have a healthy and safe retirement. Doreen

Fred
said

When I came to Canada in 1973 and saw this guy writing backward on glass with both hands, my first reaction was "what the--". Then I grew to love this guy and respect him. Happy retirement Dave. We will miss you

Jim Becksted
said

I have been watching Dave write backwards for roughly 30 years. How is it that he NEVER ages? An icon with CFTO - his shoes will never be filled. Wishing you a healthy and fruitful retirement. (Visit often!!)

Jenny Bruce
said

Dave, you are one talented, versatile and funny man.
I enjoy the cameraderie you share with your News Crew friends.
Do you remember the Fashion Shows at Eaton's?
I do, they were entertaining and great to watch.
Keep up the great work, then when you retire, sleep as long as you want and have time with family. Who knows, Imight see you around if I ever get to your area of Ontario.
One of your biggest fans, Jenny.

Allan & Dianne Laanemets, Belleville
said

Dave, you're the best
Forget all the rest
We've seen you for a while
Always with a smile
Backwards you can draw
And never with a flaw
We'll miss your daily forecast
And all the days gone past
Wish happy days ahead
Nothing more can be said
Dave, you're the best!

Alfred (Fred) Robert Sare.
said

Dear Dave, Isn't it amazing how time flies and before we know it, it's time for us to take that plunge into retirement. My wife and I have watched your weather forecasts since your first appearance on CFTO, over 40 years ago. We're going to miss your excellent method of warnings for people to be prepared, whether it be a snow shovel, umbrella, sun protection, etc, and all done not only by verbal warnings but also by your talent in writing and drawing backwards. My wife and I retired some 17 years ago and settled on Mount St. Louis, and never regretted it. Although we're both in our early seventies, we're still quite active. I'm sure you have plenty to keep you busy, golfing, and whatever other hobbies you enjoy. My wife and I wish you a long happy, healthy retirement. We're going to miss you.
Regards, Fred and Barb Sare.
P.S. Congratulations on your Honorary Colonel's appointment. My brother is a retired Colonel with the RCAF, lives in Brighton and still active in Trenton at the Museum. He's been retired for some 19 years. His name is Joseph John Sare.
P.P.S. Sorry for not putting it in paragraphs. I didn't think I would have enough space to put all this down.

Bob Wood
said

Hi Dave:
I remember the Peterborough days - who'd have thought you would go so far. Happy retirement

Threvelin Dixon
said

the weather forcasst will not be the same without you. I just cannot tell you how you will be missed. I will always have you in my thoughts. Good luck and enjoy the rest of your life

Pam Bakker
said

I remember watching Dave Devall as a little girl with my folks and siblings in the 60's....And I met the fella @ at a taping of BIZARRE and I was a contestant on DEFINITION!!!By the way, is Bill Burrows still around???So DAVE you are staying put and that's FINAL!!!

Gloria Tubb
said

Hi, Dave: Well, we have been watching you from the beginning and you will be truly missed! All the very best in your retirement! Enjoy!

Arthur Chatterton
said

Dear Dave:

I remember watching you do the weather as I was a child. I grew up with you. Both of my parents loved to watch you to.

I will always remember your famous line that somebody shovelled a lot of partly cloudy from their driveway.

All the best in your retirement, you deserve it. You will be missed.

doreen
said

Hi Dave we are going miss you doing the weather. from DOREEN and RUPERT

Chris Hodgson in Burnt River C.K.L.
said

I'm really going to miss you Dave,your professionalism and humour was a welcome addition to the C.T.V. new's team. I have watched C.T.V. new's for a lot of year's and have alway's enjoyed the comaraderie that take's place.It will be hard for me to adjust to your absence.
C.T.V's loss will be Bolsover's gain!
Hope to see you around the Kawartha Lake's.Best Wishes on your retirement!

Ed Vander Veen submitted by his sister Rose
said

Dave you will be greatly missed, especially by my brother Ed Vander Veen who is developmentally challenged. He will be 53 years old on March 3rd and has been getting dressed according to what your weather forecast is for as long as I can remember. It didn't matter if it was quite cool in the morning, if you said it was going to be warm he would be wearing his shorts and say Dave said warm today.

Emily McKiernan
said

Dear Dave,

I grew up watching you on TV. Your an amazing guy!! I will truly miss watching you daily

Happy Retirement
from
19 year old
Emily McKiernan

Bev Connolly
said

Best of Luck In Your Retirement Dave. I remember watching you all my 58 years (okay maybe not all of them, but darn near). You were always the one I believe when it comes to what is gonna happen. You will be missed a lot, please come back often to do the weather. You always were and always will be the best weather person in the world.

Ashley Giasson
said

Dear Dave,

i just wanted to thank you for being such an amazing weather man. you will be truly missed. My grandmother, mother and now I enjoy watching you give the weather, and my personal favorite is when you draw on the clear board.
My grandmother enjoyed watching you every night at 6 up until the day she passed away. She thought you were extremely funny and down to earth. No other weather man is quite as entertaining to watch, and listen to--as you dave. Thank you for all of your hard work and commitment to delivering the most uptodate and accurate weather.

Sincerely,
Ashley Giasson

Mac & Cheese
said

I'm only ten years old, but I'll miss you!

Sarah
said

As far back as I can remember, I have looked forward to seeing 'Dave the weatherman' on CTV news. I remember as a child, waiting to see his drawings on the glasswall and laughing with my Dad. Thank you for your devotion to CTV and your fun way of presenting the weather. All the best in your retirement.

Elena
said

You will be missed Dave! Your the only weather man my family knows. Who will bring the haggis now??? LOL

Mac & Cheese
said

I'm only ten years old, but I'll miss you!

Natalie Pesme Age 11
said

Dave, no one will replace you. You brighten my day all the time. You are the only reason I watch the news. Your drawings are so unique. Are you left -handed? If you are so am I.You're a legend Dave You're like a slice of heaven Dave. I have noticed that your weather predictions are always closest or exactly right. I get excited to watch you on TV you have even inspired me to be a weather person. Congratulation Dave! Remember it's hard to stop Dave! Happy Retirement Dave! No one will replace you Dave!!!!!

Love Natalie Pesme Age 11

David Holloway
said

Dave I hope your retirement is long and healthy so you will able to read putts on the greens cheers David

Judy Trebell
said

Dear Dave:
Have been watching you since grade school - especially loved your perfectly drawn umbrellas - you will be truly missed and are IRREPLACEABLE!
Sincerest best wishes for good health and much much happiness in your retirement - I'm not watching the weather anymore after April 3rd.!

J. Michael McCutcheon
said

I remember Dave hosting an talent show in 1961, at a Peterborough church, the week before he left CHEX-TV to join Ted Rogers and Joel Aldred's new station, CFTO-TV in Toronto.

That night, we were the 'house-band', "The (original) Sonics".

A week later, to see Dave doing his first CFTO weathercast, coming off my family's roof-top antenna, on a new, "clear", t-v channel, was a thrill.

To the guy who is always 'a pro', "Best Wishes".

fran moore
said

dave i have been watching CTV for 17 years. i am going to miss you .you enjoy your retierment .i hope who ever takes over from you,can write backwards too best wishes

Mrs. Vera Keogh
said

Dearest, darling Dave,
For years, I have enjoyed your jovial weather forecasts and I do not know how I will manage without you. You cheered me up when I was in hospital last year, for five months andI loved your broadcasts from peoples' gardens a few summers ago. I am happy to know that you will make the occasional appearance, and I send you my very best wishes for your retirment. You will be missed.

p rantin
said

Congratulations on your retirement! Some of the earliest memories of news as a kid is my dad sometimes doing the sunday news, and yourself. And yes, I still watch. All the best!

Beverley
said

Where does Dave think he's going and how are we going to go on without him? Well, I am going to miss you a heck of a lot and I just hope the new guy knows how to draw...
All the best and take good care of yourself

Arthur Gallant
said

Hey Dave,
I just wanted to let you know that I am so sad to hear that you are retiring. I am 19 years old and have been watching you since I was little. My grandmother's favourite newscast was always the CFTO/CTV News at 6. She always joked that you were like a second husband to her. You indeed were like another grandfather to me. You were also one of the newscasters that inspired me to take journalism in college. It has been my dream to one day be one of your co-workers. However I am happy to hear that you will still be filling in occasionally. You are truly the face of Toronto television and in fact helped start it up.

I wish you well in your retirement and hope you do come back and present the weather.

Arthur Gallant

Gina
said

This is Gina from Brampton !

Ive been watching you for the longest time and It's sad to see you go , ill miss your jokes but you deserve all the best ... Happy Retirement!

you made weather fun :)

Jean
said

Dave, My husband and I have watched you ever since we came to Canada in 1966 . Our children and now grandchildren watch . We always know that whatever forecast you give will be the right one. You are like family, someone we can trust and rely on. Sorry to see you go , you will be missed. Enjoy your retirement.

Marion Jackman-Baron
said

Dave, I first remember you on definition with Jim Kerry. It was a great show; even though we didn't see you we did learn your voice and a lot about your character.
I now live near Ottawa but still watch CTV news via Bell Expressvu. Your weather often comes our way a day later so your weather forecast is important to us.
I was absolutely stunned when they mentioned that you grew up on Chambers Ave. I grew up on Rosethorn Avenue so wewere neighbours. If you attended the public school system we would have gone to the same school. I am 73 years old so you were probably a few years behind me.
I just want to wish you a happy retirement. You will now have more time to enjoy your family, especially your grandchildren.

Larry L. Lutz
said

Thanks for the memories and I still say you're too young to retire.

don mcgrath
said

dave i am sorry to hear you are retiering you have been a great weather for caster all those years. enjoy the easy live. and stay active, play a lot of golf and walk a lot.i krew up watching you

tartanrocker
said

Lang may yer lum reek!!!

Reni Cuperfain
said

Dear Dave,
We want to wish you well in your retirement. You should have many happy and healthy years. We will miss your weather reports. We have watched you for many, many years.
Good luck
David and Reni Cuperfain

Lise
said

Hello Dave,
My family and I have been listening to your weather forcasts for many years now, like all good things they come to an end...We want to wish you the very best retirement you hope for, and good health!
Thank you for a job well done!!!

kathy
said

hey dave i'm big fans of yours i just want say happy retairement

from kathy

Michele Cuperfain
said

Hi Dave,
What can I say?
You will be sorely missed. Enjoy a wonderful and well- deserved retirement.
You were a ray of sunshine in our house, even on the dreariest of days.
Best of luck to you!
Michele Cuperfain

Fred Hinton
said

The weather person always gets the rough end of the stick. It's not his/her fault the weather can be awful at times. I just wanted to thank you for all the weather reports over the many years of your career. You just tell it like it is... and we've been lucky to have you.

Fred Hinton

Jenny Ellis
said

I'm really going to miss you Dave Devall....I've been watching you since my parent's time, back in the day when we had a black and white television. Your "young", kind and comical way of doing the weather was somehow a comfort, knowing that you'd deliver the truth,and always end on a drawing was truly clever and enjoyable. Have a wonderful retirement Dave!!! You're one of a kind!

Adrienne Smid
said

Dear Mr. Devall,

I can't believe that I am writing this but I felt that you would like to know.

When I was a child in the late sixties and early seventies my father always watched you on CFTO. If my brother, sister and myself were being noisy (as was often the case) and you were coming on, he would say "shhh, Uncle Dave is on." We immediately went quite.
I went for a long time believing that you were in fact my Uncle Dave as you were in my living room every night and to this day, you still come into my living room each night.

I wish you all of the very best in your retirement. I will miss you, your predictions and antics - Uncle Dave.

Enjoy your retirement and keep your brolly handy. :-)

Sincerely,

Adrienne Smid
Federal Court of Canada/cour federal du Canada
Toronto Office
(416) 973-2153
adrienne.smid@cas-satj.gc.ca

Margaret Briggs
said

Dear Dave, You deserve the rest, we may not like it, but you do deserve it. You have become a part of our family. Good luck and great health.

George and Margaret Briggs and family

Rina Kompolthy
said

Hi Dave:
first I like to congratulate you on your upcoming retirement. Well deserved!
I look forward to your forecasts and your humor !!!
All the Best. One of many fans. Rina

Tammy Lynn Downton
said

Dave!! You can't retire..I depend on the good the bad and the ugly weather from you!! Retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be...please stay!! :)
I do wish you all the best...I grew up with you, my kids have grown up with you...you will be missed. Best of Luck!

Rachel!!!!!
said

dave you rock... but i have 1 question... which hand do you right with normally and was it hard to start writing with both hands???

from: your BIGGEST fan... Rachel!!

Mary Clare Fyfe
said

Dave

I want to say you will be missed terribly on the CTV network. What I admire most more than your great sense of humor, and the caring that comes across to the viewers in regards to the weather is the passion for the job that you have been doing over the last 60 years. A role model to follow. Enjoy retirement - as the saying goes you retire yourself (like a car)to many new adventures to come. Thanks!

Aislinn Gordon
said

Dave Devall at night the
weather he did report
With or without Mother Nature's support
Drive Safely
____________________
May your next venture be fulfilling and enjoyable!

All the Best,
Aislinn
P.S the above is my attempt at Hikau :-)

Kimberley R.
said

Hi. I was really sad to hear about you leaving CTV News. I grew up watching you giving the weather. I will miss seeing you on the news. :( All the best in your retirement :)

Mariano
said

I was 4 years old in 1982. Saturday mornings i would watch Spider-man and then i would watch Daves weather report on Canada AM on then CFTO Chex television channel. I thought news was boring as a kid but i always knew you were a hard worker because you were not only on during the week but also on Saturday Mornings. We will miss you Dave. Best wishes to you :)

Ambrose Poirier
said

Well Dave, I have enjoyed you doing the forecast in my life, and you are the reason why I turn on CTV, to watch the forecast, and of course to watch the news part to. I also enjoyed the quirky way that you do it, I try to take up the way of writing backwards, I got reading backwards down! honestly, I will miss you good luck on your endeavors.

Susan & Jerry
said

What a significant day to announce your retirement, the only day dedicated to the weather,GROUNDHOG DAY. You will be greatly missed in our home each evening. Congratulations. Enjoy your well deserved retirement.

Tom Weiss
said

I hope Dave will like this limerick I wrote on the occasion of his retirement:

I told my sweet, old Autie Ella,
Dave draws a real nice umbrella.
This art we must now bid farewell,
The shovel, the earmuff as well,
We'll miss your great humor, dear fella.

Tom Weiss,
a loyal listener.

P.S. Please keep Tom Brown away from the coffe pot. He acts and talks as if he already had enough caffeine.

patricia whiteford
said

HI Dave: Wishing you a wonderful retirement. I have enjoyed you at 6:00 for years and years. I also was on a trip with you _Bob;s Cruises to China. I will miss you along with several millions. Good Luck. Patricia.

Shirley E. Thompson
said

The first time I saw Dave Devall he was a very handsome young blonde gentleman modelling men's fashions on a runway at Yorkdale Mall. This was many years ago and I was visiting my sister who had tickets for the fashion show. This was the very first fashion show I had ever attended and, even though the women's fashions were wonderful, I came away remembering that "beautiful" man on the runway. I also remember a well-known Toronto area lady played the organ during the show. It was all very awe-inspiring for a young woman from a farm community in Eastern Ontario. When I first saw Dave doing weather reports I remembered him from the fashion show and I have been an avid fan of his ever since . . . even when he's wrong!!

Cathy Edison
said

See Ya I Will Really Miss You

Mardi Angevaare
said

Dear Dave
I remember being eleven or twelve watching you with Helen Allen on Family Finder with my friend and all her foster nieces and nephews on our laps. Now for years I have equally enjoyed your great weather reports, and will miss your humourous informative delivery . You cover our home area Peterborough up to our extended home, our cottage in Wasaga Beach. So maybe just maybe on a slow day you could stand on the side of highway 12 and the Bolsover turn, and hold up a sign with our weekend forecast, but alas I'm sure you have your own retirement plans.
Wishing you continued health and happiness
Mardi Angevaare

Dorothy and John Coons
said

Good luck and have a good retirement.I'm going to miss you a lot.My husband and I watch you every day.I watch you ever since I was young. I meet you when I work at Robin's Dounts.I would like to no how old you really are.Please write me back.

Jenn
said

Dave,
Since moving to Toronto five years ago, I have enjoyed watching your weather forecasts on CTV. You always deliver the segment with a smile and a positive attitude. I wish you a truly happy and well deserved retirement.
Jenn

Joyce Walker
said

Dave my friend been a long time.Met you in the early 70es on child find.Was on the show with a friend Eve & Frank Wismer.Call you a friend then and still now. Lived in Missauga then now in Fenelon Falls Ont.So do take care of you & yours the best always.
Joyce W.

Sandra Porter
said

Dave,
Just wanted to say that I have watched you on the news doing the weather for the last 30 odd years and when they announced you were retiring I have to agree that it is like losing a family member. I just want to wish you all the best in your retirement and enjoy each day to its fullest.

Gary Bennett/Harvey Bennett
said

Congratulations on your retirement Dave! We've enjoyed your weather broadcasts nightly on CFTO since moving to Toronto in 1985. We have also appreciated your fine commitment and support towards our fundraising initiatives within schools and businesses, for the benefit of our Canadian Forces Military Families Fund. You have our utmost admiration as well as our ever-lasting gratitude. We hope that you have many many years of happy retirement. You deserve it!

Gary Bennett
Harvey Bennett

marg nock
said

I have watched Dave for many years and I will be sorry to see him go but I do wish hime a very happy retirement. God bless you.
From Marg Nock

Jagdish Davé
said

Dave Devall,You have been a great weather forecaster. For last 22 years I have relied on you for planning my days work.
I will miss you, goodbye and have a healthy retirement.

Tiffany
said

Dear Dave,
My family & I wish you a happy retirement. You are truly irreplaceable and will be missed on the 6 o'clock news. We are looking forward to your guest appearances. Keep up the good work.
From,
Tiffany Woolcock & Family.

Mary Lane Davidson
said

Dear Dave,
My parents watched you, and I am a faithful watcher as well. The rapport between everyone on the show makes the news so enjoyable.
I wish you all the best and enjoy this time to the fullest with your family and friends.
We'll see you in the City of Kawartha Lakes.

Mary Davidson
Little Britain
Ontario

Sharon Palmer
said

Dave,
We have grown up knowing only you for
our weather (the good and the bad). It
won't be the same without you.

Wishing you all the best in your retirement!

Sharon & Ron Palmer
Everett, Ontario

Janet Sheehey
said

Happy Retirement Dave!!
I remember first watching a show where you helped children find homes, with my family every Sunday, I think. I forget the name but remember the theme song, "All You Need Is Love". My parents did have foster children so perhaps you were part of the inspiration. From that point on I have watched you forcast the weather, but it was always your personality which shone through! I felt a little sad to hear that you would no longer be a part of the day. Happy flying!!
Janet

Mike Harvey
said

Hello Dave;
My wife Jennifer and I have enjoyed watching you and CTV weather evolve for many years and watch your reports every day.We always feel we know how to face tomorrow after hearing your weather forecast.
Thanks for the memories and best wishes for a healthy retirement.

Beryl & Ian Grieve
said

Wishing our favourite weatherman a happy, healthy retirement.

We'll miss you so much!!

Beryl & Ian Grieve, Cobourg, Ontario

lorne ryder
said

Dave,
Your a true legend in weather and will be missed by many.
Have a great retirement !!
Your fan,
Singer Songwriter
Lorne Ryder

Krista Muirhead
said

Hi Dave, I've love watching the weather with you. I will miss seeing you and there is nobody to make it as fun as you can. you will be truely missed by all of your veiwers. I hope that your retirement is good and full filled one. best of luck. I've been a fan of yours for 25 years. sincerely Krista Muirhead age 25

John in Markham
said

Hello Dave,
I have watched you do the Weather Reports ever since I came to Canada in 1970.
Enjoy your well deserved retirement.

Brenda Hull
said

Dave, what will I do without you? I grew up with you. I was always amazed at the way you could write backwards. I watched each night with my dad, to see the big chalk that you used. I tried to write like you ....cause my dad said that he taught you how to do that.( I belived him) You are a Toronto icon and I will miss your smile and laugh. Best of Luck.

john wylie
said

have a great retirement dave. you did a fantastic job. maybe you could come back to the business as a consultant, and retrain all the screaming weathermen we have these days. please explain to them 2 inches of snow is not a major storm. happy retirement.

Owen Mc Cann
said

Dave: I hope you have a great and long retirement! I was just remembering when I once picked you and your wife in Ajax to go to the airport and every body said the weather should be good that week as you were also going away. Also you had told your children there would be nothing left for them on your passing as you would spend it all on your retirement. I sure hope you succeed and have a great time!!!!

Ria van Geel
said

Dear Dave, you truly are a man for all seasons in more ways than one. I have watched from the day I came to Canada (1961) and will miss you.

Happy trails

(Ms.) Fauzia & (Mr.) Mubyn Moledina
said

Hi Dave,

My husband and I've been watching your weather forecasts for the last 10.5 years. You've always been acurate and we like the way you end the weather forcast with drawings!

We'll miss you and all the best.

Patricia Keller
said

Mr Devall...aka Dave
I as many have, grew up watching your broadcasts. It was just the way it was, and always has been for the last 40 yrs. I had the opportunity to meet you, many, many years ago at the funeral of my UNCLE JACK LITTLE. His son, GORD LITTLE along with his wife Pat, lived in MAPLE, ONTARIO at the time, in the mid 70's. Even tho it was a sad occasion, what stands out most in my mind was the fact that ever since then, I have felt like watching you was watching a part of the family. I wish you and your ALL THE BEST!!!! Thank-you for being YOU!!!

Elizabeth
said

Dave: Thanks for all your time with us. I always look forward to the weather no matter how bad it is. We will miss your humor, your exhuberance and your knowledge. You also look great in a kilt.

Jack
said

Hey Dave, congrats,We will all miss u,The first time I saw you was at my mom and dads place and u were in black and white,Time does fly,It's not going the be the same anymore,,really really going to miss the two handed weather man,P,S, I have a hard time to draw with one hand lol,

gordon mercer
said

ALL THE VERY BEST IN YOUR RETIREMENT.THANKS 4 THE MEMORIES. ALL THE BEST OF HEALTH..U WILL B MISSED/

AVS
said

Dave,

Although your weather reports didn't always forecast what I wanted to hear, you are the only Canadian weatherman I can think of who brought a unique perspective to the weather report. And your chalk drawings remind me of the sidewalk chalk drawings from Mary Poppins--what could be better! You've made the weather as fun as it could possibly be and you were always a friendly face. Wishing you a happy retirement!

Margo Hawkins
said

Dave...sure going to miss
you...I have been watching you since I was eight years old...and now I am 54 yrs. old...the weather will never be the same when you leave...however, I am glad you will be back occasionally.

Lets hope that post retirement, my husband and I could get together for lunch with you at the Trillium!!!

Margo Hawkins,
Oshawa, Ontario

Gary
said

Dave it will be a sad day when you go. I have watched you for 30 years.When I moved from Oshawa to Kingston I still watched because of Dave and the CTV News team is number 1. Dave wish you well and enjoy retirement.

Cindy Rennie
said

A FAREWELL POEM FOR DAVE DEVALL

In the years since 1962
When we didn’t know just what to do
We didn’t need to rant and rave:
We just turned on the tube and listened to Dave!

Dave added to our vocabulary
Using words not found in the dictionary;
Words that would earn us a proper scolding
Like ‘humy and stickid’, and ‘milding’ and ‘colding’.

Season by season, it gave us a thrill
To marvel at Dave’s artistic skill;
As each of us sat in our castles or hovels
Watching him draw umbrellas and shovels.

Dave’s talents transcend prognostication
He’s done a great service to our nation;
His time off-screen has been well-spent
Supporting his very own Regiment!

It won’t be the same when he has gone
But we will try to soldier on;
We all agree Dave is the best,
But there is no doubt he’s earned his rest.

Elizabeth Conti
said

Dave,

As the saying goes, all good things do come to end. CTV is always my news station and Dave Devall is my weatherman! Best wishes for a wonderful retirement - is there such a thing? Retirement I mean . . . I'm sure you will be busier than ever before. But remember, stop, smell the roses, and enjoy the weather! Long life and good health! You will be missed.

Gord Ballik
said

Dear Dave,

My early childhood memories of CFTO were delivered via rabbit ears on a tiny black and white TV. I was born in 1956 at the “East General Hospital” in York Township.

Kindergarten got in the way of me watching the “Kiddo The Clown” show on a regular basis.

However I remember watching “your” weather forecasts nightly to find out if I would need a raincoat and umbrella in the morning.

I walked the 9.5 miles (just kidding, actually a little over a mile) to my “Kindergarten” class which was located at the Dunbarton Public School (Pickering Township) building every morning. I was always prepared for the weather conditions thanks to you!!!

In those years the “TV” always received channel 6 (CBC), channel 11 (CHCH), a snowy channel 4 (Buffalo) and the clear channel 9 (CFTO). A snowy channel 7 (ABC) appeared and once in a while channel 2 (NBC).

Dave,

Leonardo da Vinci wrote many of his papers in code (reverse writing) as you did in those days.

It’s a good thing a 5 year old off to school saw you reporting the weather from the other side of the glass on the TV screen!!!

It’s also a good thing that you are “ambidextrous” and kept the weather report interesting for a 5 yr. old! What hand is drawing the umbrella tonight???

Thank you and you will be missed; Good luck on your future endeavors,

Gord

Joan & Ron Hinde
said

Dave,
Many years ago (shhhh- that would be about 1969 or 70) I worked in the Scotia Bank in Oak Ridges. I believe you were a customer of that branch and I recognized you when you came in.
I am still a fan!!
Joan Hinde

Irene Clarke and Patricia Moore
said

We were sorry to hear you will be retiring from CTV as we have enjoyed your weather reports over the last number of decades. We missed you even when you recently took an extended vacation, but felt secure when we checked with the station and learned you were on vacation. What will we do now that you are retiring?

We believe we recall you worked for a Hamilton station, possibly CHCH TV, many years ago. It was a program designed to find adoptive parents for children. We thought you were very good with the children.

We wish you much happiness and good health in your retirement and will look forward to your special reports for CTV and hope you will be filling in for your replacement on a regular basis!!

All the best and enjoy,

Devoted fans,
Irene Clarke and Patricia Moore

George Kelly
said

Dave:
May your retirement be filled with the love of family, that you experience the warmth of each Summer's day forever more: the quality of your retirement be as renewing and invigorating, as the blossoming of new life which blesses us each Spring: the next chapter of your life as colourful as that brought to us by Autumn winds and, may you always experience the joy of each winter's first snow fall.

We have found your humour to be unparalleled by anyone in your field; your temperament most enjoyable and, your quest for delivering the weather in the most professional, yet somehow informal and relaxing manner, superior to any other.

Our family shall miss your daily updates and we wish you only that which you deserve - the happiest, longest, healthiest and most rewarding retirement possible!

Unlike the sometimes nasty forecasts which you delivered daily, watching you deliver those forecasts, brought a ray of sunshine into our lives and, made each day a little brighter!

Thank you for so many years and very best wishes!

June, Ryan and George Kelly

Marion Ford
said

Hi Dave
32 years ago we saw our precious daughter for the first time on a show you hosted for children who were available for adoption. I think the show was called "Family Finder". We did adopt that little girl and today she is grown and married with 2 daughters. It isn't only the weather that you have the opportunity to present "sunshine". Thanks for being a part of our happy memories.
Love
Brian & Marion Ford

Katherine Wilson
said

Dear Dave---I will miss you and your backward writing and the awful jokes that fly about the three of you. Is it true that you will now manage the chip truck in Bolsover? If so I will have to go there for some of my favourite food! Whatever the future holds, good luck.

Sunny Wilson, Toronto

Edward Swinton & Eldred Cook
said

We remember Dave as the Announcer at the CNE World Scottish Festival in 1976.He brought Scottish Country Dancers and 48th Highlanders on the field for the Reel of 51st Division which we danced in front of the Royal Box.Thanks Dave.Wish we had a CD of that performance.

Wayne Einhorn
said

My grandparents Dave and Kay Brasier from Lindsay,started watching you when you in Peterborough and were sad to watch you leave there. They continue to watch and wanted to congratulate you and wish you all the best on your retirement!!!

Brian Kay
said

It won't be the same without you Dave! Enjoy your retirement!

vi o'leary
said

Viola Moxan of Frost Manor Nursing home in Lindsay is wishing Dave happy retirement, she remembers when he first started in peterborough at chex radio. He use to come to Lindsay on Thursdays Evenings to St. Andrews Presbyterian Church to tape the service to be heard on radio on Sunday.

jamie stickland
said

DAVE.
I 31 YEARS OLD AND A STUDENT AT EVEREST COLLEGE.I HAVE WATCH YOU FOR AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER. JUST TO LET YOU KNOW YOU MAKE IT IS EASY TO UNDERSTAND THE WEATHER.

THANK-YOU R THE BEST
HAPPY RETIREMENT
JAMIE STICKLAND

Roberta Butticci
said

Dave,
I don't know if you remember this but about 10 years ago, a few years after you stopped writing on your board, my brother brought your #1 fan - my nana - to visit you.

She watched you everyday faithfully for the entire time you've been with CFTO/CTV. We lived about 2 minutes from CFTO, on the other side of McDairmid Park.

Len, my brother, and my nana told you how they missed you writing on your board. Then, a few months later, you got your board back!!!

Sadly, my nana passed away before she could see you write on it again but I know she is up there, shusshing all the other angels so she can hear you talk (like she did to us).

Now, my 75 year old mom watches you faithfully and will miss you very much. She says it will just not be the same without you.

You will always be a part of our family Dave. And, if I had a board to write on, I'd write:

We Love You Dave!
Good-bye!

Love,
The Butticci Family & the late Ida Rosano.

leo.lee
said

dave.we.will.miss you very much.injoy.life god bless from.leo.lee amos qc we injoy ctv here.in quebec

Irfan Abdul
said

Hi Dave

I am only 12 years of age and i love watching your forecast.

Me and my family have been inviting you into our living room for almost 9 years.

Your weather forecasts have always been very detailed and accurate.

Happy Retirement

Bill Chamberlain
said

All the best, Dave,for many years.My wife and I enjoy the summers at a village you know, Young's Point. I have golfed in a tournament at Katchiwano GC (animal charity) with you and Tom Gibney but not in your foursome. Hope to do so again.

david sinclair
said

Hey Dave!

I was one of hundreds of 'trainees' that came thru CFTO way back when. My stint was '72 to '74, then into VTR and finally moved to Vancouver in '75.

In fact, your current anchor, Ken Shaw, and I were trainees together before he left to work on Shhh! It's the News (for another network). Does he still do Ed Sullivan? Ask him to tell you about the "Sullivan" contest between him and the base player for The Stampeders... think it was on the Ian Tyson show...

Anyway, Dave. I admired your work long before I ever worked on WorldBeat News in '72. And I continue to be a fan today, as does my whole family, especially mother Jeanne Neill. All are still living in Welland.

All the best to you, Dave. It's been a treat to have you on the air.

If you ever come out to Terrace BC please look me up. We can go salmon & halibut fishing, do a little golfing, talk about Ken behind his back...

Best Personal Regards
David Sinclair

Leeanne Mckenzie
said

Hi Dave,

Thanks for all your forecasts. I started watching CTV about 20 years ago when I was 18. Just to see your smiling face and hear "what type of day was headed our way".

Your delivery was always perfect. The quality of your character shines through, in a world without much integrity, at times. It is this character that has gained you the honor and respect of your peers.

We are losing more than a weatherman!

You willed be missed.

Stacey Valente
said

Dave we are going to miss you!!! No matter how bad the weather you always brought a little sunshine into our lives every day!!

Mike Liscio
said

Hi Dave, sorry to see you go. I'm sure you remember me in th eearly 80's and you missed your flight to Killington Vermont.
I was your limo driver Mike and we drove all night to get you there.
Good luck on your retirement!

Jude
said

Hey Davey, congrats! I was just saying that you've been at this a long time. Time for some R & R! See you at the office - Pickering Optometric Clinic.

Vivien Cheng
said

hello dave! i will definitely miss you from giving us weather updates everyday. ive been watching you on CTV since i came to Canada 12 years ago when i was a little girl. and now i am 19. i hope you will have a great retirement. god bless and congratulations!

ps. i am going to miss those drawings you do in every weather broadcast!

Crystal
said

OH MY GOD! I can't believe you're gone! :( I'm watching you right now accept your award and I'm so sad! You were the best part of the news! You're amazing! NOOOO!!!! You can't leave! LOL I know that you need to move on with life, and you don't have a hot clue who I am, however, watching you do such a wonderful job while I relax after work has been a pleasure. I wish you all the happiness... you're already missed :( hugs!

Mike Duggan
said

Dave:
I have been enjoying your weather reports since day 1 at CFTO-TV, "way out in Agincourt".
I can clearly recall CFTO's first day on the air, as we watched from our living room on Lessard Avenue in the west end of Toronto.
My wife and I wish you all the best for a long and healthy retirement and we look forward to seeing you on CFTO from time to time.

Mike and JoAnne Duggan, Mississauga, On

Mike Duggan
said

Mary Vergeer
said

Love watching you do the weather and joking around with your co-workers. You look so relaxed and must enjoy what you do. You will be missed but life is so short and you need to just relax and smell the roses! Best of luck in your retirement.

Margaret Nova
said

I have enjoyed watching Dave do the weather for many years now. I just don't think that there is another weather man quite like him he will truly be missed. Copngratulations on your retirement Dave and enjoy life to the fullest.

Diane Michell
said

We lived within walking distance of CTV and when there was a telethon, the station was open to visitors. I remember meeting you many, many years ago when we brought the kids to the station. We used to stand in a bedroom window and watch lightning hit the old tower but I don't recall that feature ever hitting the weather report! I wish you many happy retirement years. i know I am enjoying mine.

Judy Sivitilli
said

Hi Dave,
Congratulations on your retirement. I have followed your career since your days
at chex Peterbborough.
I was a student reporter at that time on their Saturday morning (radio) Campus
Cavalcade program. You would be at the station doing voice overs and I would see you.Since this time I
have watched you faithfully on the 6 and 11 news. All the best.

nancy harris
said

Dear Dave

After watching you for several years, it is an understatement to say you will be missed !
My best friend and I watched you for many years and found you to be a gentleman and a great journalist.

When we were driving in the country one day there were several cows in a pasture and they were all standing up.
Upon returning the same field had some of the cows standing and some laying down.
My friend declared we were going to have intermittent showers as it only meant no rain while they were all standing.
Thank goodness I didn't rely on her for weather!
Please enjoy your retirement and it was great to hear that RNDA awarded you the Lifetime Achievement Award.

All the best,

Nancy & Paul Harris

David Extance
said

Hi Dave!
I will miss you a lot. Fond memories of your writing on that glass. Can you answer a question? Were you the "met man" in the RCAF? I remember somewhere you were? If yes, can you tell me if you wore the trade patch of a metorologist on your tunic? What years were you in the RCAF.
David
Milton, ON

Audrey Hynes
said

Dave you will be missed
I have been watching you do the weather for as long as I can remember. Enjoy your retirement in Bolsover. I know the area well. I have a trailer near there on Canal Lake.

Mary Bkain
said

Hi Dave,
I hear that you think you might be retiring soon. Since you haven't done the deed yet, I still have time to say sorry but you'll have to change your plans. I could not possibly hear the weather forecast from any other lips than yours and the weather itself won't know which way to turn with you gone. The world will not even be able to stay in it's proper orbit with such meteorological turmoil.So,now I'm sure you understand why you just can't retire.The safety of the world rests squarely on your shoulders.Love Mary

Barb Dienesach
said

Dave, you were a staple in my family. Dinner at 5:00PM, CFTO news at 6:00! All weathercasters should take a page from your book. Classy, funny, & weather doodles that used to even amuse my younger siblings! My brother actually did google eyes on our frozen screen door & proclaimed, it would be a sunny day tomorrow! All the best Dave, you are one icon who will be missed.....Barb from Peterborough

Arthur
said

Wishing you the very best. I have lived in toronto for almost 10 years now and have been a fan ever since.

MICHELLE BUMA
said

HI DAVE, I'VE BEEN WITH YOU SINCE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL, I'VE ALWAYS ENJOYED YOUR FORCAST ON THE WEATHER, I'VE ALWAYS ENJOYED THE WAY YOU ALWAYS DREW OR WRITTEN ON THE MIRROW, AND ALWAYS ENJOYED YOUR DAILY FORCASTS, I WILL MISS YOU ALOT, BUT ENJOY YOUR RETIREMENT, AND ALL THE VERY BEST TO YOU, AND HOPEFULLY WE WILL SEE YOU SOON. I MUST SAY THAT THEIR WILL BE NO ONE THAT CAN DO THE WEATHER LIKE YOU, ALL THE VERY BEST IN YOUR ENDEAVOURS. YOUR FAVOURITE FAN MICHELLE and DEAN BUMA I HAVE TO SAY THAT NO ONE CAN TAKE YOU PLACE AS WELL AS YOU AS YOU ARE A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AND WE HAVE ALWAYS ENJOYED HAVING YOU IN OUR LIVING ROOM .

Tina
said

Hi Dave,
Wishing you a Happy and Healthy Retirement. Thank you for always being pleasant, although Christine was holding you responsible for the weather forecast, especially the not so good ones. I can now successfully draw an umbrella and a shovel.
Wishing you well.

Chad Switzer
said

Hi Dave, just thought I would send a little note to say hi, and to wish you long life, great health, and much happiness in your retirement. I grew up watching you do the weather, and you've always done a great job, a job done with humour and professionalism. You're the best! Good luck Dave!

William Downey
said

Enough!

Kay Andy Andrew and Emma Morby from guelph
said

hi dave my family has been watching you for the past 40 years. My kids who are 14 & 9 love you and they always say wheres dave when you are not there. Well dave we will miss you. Enjoy your retirement and please come back and visit. Your friends from guelph ontario.

Donald Smith
said

Going to miss your weatherreports.
Someone told me that our seasons are the same as those for the Mediterranean area. Is this true?
Now you will have lots of time on The Western Trent Golf Course. Good Luck.

Elton Harris
said

Hello Dave:
I want you to know that I've been watching you give the weather report for over 40 years,and I have always been fasinated by the unique way in which you've given us those reports. I want to know just who is in place to draw for us the Unbrellas,Air Muffs and COOl Sun Glasses.
Please enjoy this other phase of your life.CONGRATULATION ON YOU RETIREMENT.

Dave & Michelle Shano
said

Hi Dave,
My name is Michelle and I used to work at the front desk for MCS Recording Studio at 6 Colborne St. in Toronto back in the early 80's. I'm not sure if you remember Dave Shano, he was in High-Speed Duplicating. Dave Shano & I are married and we remember you coming in to the Studio and how pleasant you were.
We wish you all the best in your retirement.

Eliza Willan
said

We recently moved to Brampton. My teenage son and I love to see what Dave will draw next.

Thank you for the fun! We wish you all the best in your retirement.

You will be missed!

Gail Salem
said

The CTV weatherman, Dave,
For 48 years forecasts gave.
At the TV we’d peek,
Where he’d always look chic
Telling us, through all weathers, “Be brave!”

Dave is our Weatherman, chalk stub in hand
He writes on his glass board each night.
A gentleman, truly, not boring or bland,
He turns dull days to ones that are bright.

We tune in to CTV come six o’clock
To listen to news, weather, sports;
But Dave is our forecaster, really our rock ~
We love all his snappy reports!

His talents for writing are well known to all,
But of one he’s especially proud,
For it’s forwards AND backwards ~ he holds us in thrall
With his brollies and shovels and clouds.

He’s given us “stickid” and “milding”, you know,
We’ll miss his familiar face;
No matter how great his successor may be,
He’ll be dreadfully hard to replace!

Jody and Maryanne Fowler
said

Dave, congratulations on your retirement, but have one question for you. Who do I trust when your gone for an accurate weather forecast?? LOL

Arnott & Ruth Anne Matthews
said

We will certainly miss your smiling face and great sense of humour each night in our living room. Since we live in your area (Fenelon Falls) and are in Bolsover occasionally, we will watch for you at some of the fundraising meals put on by various organizations, now that you will have more time to 'socialize'! Happy retirement. God bless you.

Jane
said

Having watched and thoroughly enjoyed your weather forecasts since emigrating to Canada in 1990, I just wanted to say you will be greatly missed. I wish you every happiness in the future.

Joan McHaffie
said

I've watched you nightly since the early sixties and have always been comforted by your relaxed soothing pilot's voice warning us to "brace for inpact" when storms are on the way.I don't need my anxiety level raised by an overexuberant presenter. I'll really miss your presence in my daily routine.However I can't deny you the delicious freedom of retirement. It's great! Warm best wishes, Joan

Balaji Jagadisan
said

Dave has been an excellent source for weather information. As a new immigrant from Asia, my family and I found his accent very understandable, his attitude- something to learn! And we strictly abided by his asking us to take umbrellas, winter jacket etc. Thanks Dave, you will never be forgotten. Even my mom, who cannot speak english understood u. I am sure there will be no replacement!!

Jane Vatcher
said

One day, probably about 20 years ago, I was wandering through Oshawa Centre and there was Dave, chatting with a Nun in full habit! (The Nun, not Dave!) I didn't want to interrupt but as it was one of the most beautiful days of the year, and our eyes did meet, I thanked Dave for such a glorious Spring Day. In his inimitable way, he smiled that warm and joyous smile and said, "You are very welcome". I have never forgotten that chance meeting. And even though we have moved far from the GTA, we watch, via satellite, nightly. Thanks Mr. Devall.

Mary
said

Happy retirement have enjoyed watching you for many many years will miss you! Sorry to say I will switch channels when the weather comes on have not liked your replacement since day one. Enjoy!

Janet
said

Congratulations on your long career in broadcasting. Many families love you for bringing a child into their lives by your "today's child "feature you did.We should not fprget that .

John Spisich
said

Hi Dave,

I hope you are going to have a dinner/get-together/send-off date for all those who have watched you for years, but never met you in person. Please let us know. Thanx.

Debbie Cuthbertson
said

Dave

I was three when you started at CFTO. I have watched you most of my life and will miss seeing you greatly. I wish you well in your retirement.

Carlton Waddling
said

Dave
As most people, we have watched you from the beginning. When we both lived on Blackfriar Ave., although our paths never crossed until later years when you skied at Horseshoe Valley. I actually worked inthe industry as VP Development with Selkirk Communications, until its take over by McLeans.

Anyway Dave enjoy your retirement as I am mine.

Carlton Waddling

VAL COLOSIMO
said

I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH YOUR SON STEVE AT MARTINGROVE C.I.AND BEFORE THAT GREW UP LISTENING TO YOUR WEATHER REPORTS...YOUR THE BEST..GOOD LUCK IN YOUR UPCOMING EVENTS.

Margaret McAllen
said

My husband, Alwyn and I came to Canada from Northern Ireland 36 years ago and have watched you doing the weather since we arrived...Enjoy your retirement

Geri Holychuk
said

Dave: It truly is the end of an era. I have been watching you do the news for most of my life (I'm 52) and remember fondly watching the news with my parents and siblings every night. I carried on the tradition with my children. You will be greatly missed. You resemble my father and I always enjoyed thinking it was my dad doing the weather report! Anyways, all the best to you and yours and enjoy the road ahead, I am sure it will be a wonderful ride. Geri Holychuk and family, Caledon East, Ontario

Sheila Edwards
said

Hi Dave,
I will miss that unmistakable voice of yours....
I've been watching your weather forecasts (along with my parents) since you came to CTV news. I remember thinking how talented you were that you could write & draw backwards on glass! Thank you Dave for the contributions you've made to CTV news & to all of us folks watching. Enjoy your retirement, you've earned it!
Sheila Edwards

Cathy (Fowley)Whittaker
said

Wow! 48 years...I have been watching Dave for all of that time. I am 54 years old and my mother, who was from Peterborough, was an old friend of yours. She was Betty McFarland and you were her favorite weather guy all of those 48 years. Congrats Dave...Happy Retirement..Good Health will follow you. Take Care and we will miss you. God Bless.

Charlene Coombs
said

Hi Dave;
I have always been a fan of yours. My late father watched you all of the time. Congratulations on your retirement.May your retirement be the best thing for you and you will not aggravate your wife.

Rod Stork
said

Good afternoon Dave!
We are two loyal listeners of yours going all the way back to 1970 when Marlene and I moved from Saskatchewan to Ontario. During our moves around the province including Bowmanville, Welland, Kemptville and finally Guelph we have watched you do the weather and have always enjoyed hearing your voice and watching your artistic talent as you delivered the weather message whatever it might be.
Our best wishes to you as you move on to the next stage of your life i.e. retirement.
From two retirees for the past few years we can highly recommend it and know that you will have many joyous times in retirement. All the very best Dave!
Rod and Marlene Stork
Guelph, Ontario

dorothy & vivien
said

Dave-we have been away from T.O. for 15 years and
still tun in to ctv just to see YOU - WHAT A PROFESSIONAL WITH A SENSE OF HUMOUR. THANKS FOR ALL THE YEARS OF "YOU"
Will miss Dave Devall

Florence Lam
said

My favourite weatherman of ALL TIME!! As a little kid, I would always stay up until 11:40pm when the weather would come on a night just to get the weather forecast from Dave. His forecasts were always right and just had this charm that no one could ever out do!! You will be greatly missed!!

Tseday Mekbib
said

I'm going to miss you Mr. Devall! I immigrated to Canada in 2001. Your face on TV was a familiar comforting aspect of my new Canadian life. I'm going to miss your excellent weather reports and of course your C00L ways of interacting with your viewers :D I wish you a happy retirement sir.

Ambar Soekardji
said

Dave, ever since I was a child, you've been the weather man. I'll miss your familiar voice and your umbrellas. No one can do it like you, Mr. Devall.

Gwen Rodrigues
said

Good Luck Dave on your retirement.

George Plotkin
said

HI Dave

MAY YOU ONLY HAVE SUNSHINE & HAPPINESS.GOOD HEALTH -ENJOY!!

YOUR OLD & GOOD FRIEND

GEORGE PLOTKIN

"THOSE WERE THE GOOD
OLD DAYS"

Don & Judy
said

HI Dave,
We try never to miss your forcasts. We moved to Miramichi NB 2 years ago and still watch the news from Toronto..We will never forget you and hope you will be back as a surprise for all of your fans..
have a healthy retirement..
The McCoombs

Cassandra Lambley
said

My Name Is Cassandra And Im 20 Years old. I have been watching dave on the news since I was a little kid and I Love every minute of it. Dave you can't Retire I want my kids to grow up so the same, happy, energetic fun weather man I have.
Dave Im not having kids for another 10 years, do you think you can do it? You will be greatly missed, for you do not know how many lives you touched over the years. Good luck to your future endeavors. I guess I will just have to show my children taped re-runs of your show.

I will miss your Gorgeous Face

Cassandra

Tammy
said

Just wanted to wish dave all the best and tell him that he will be missed dearly.im gonna miss your backward umbrellas and ur funny sence of humor when you would tease christine or the other ctv gang.Take Care Dave and again my family wishes you all the best.

Glenda & Neal, Trenton
said

Congrats on retirement.
Time passes faster than we want.
I used to watch family finder.
creative artists are hard to find, even replace

Carol & Bert Reid and Family
said

Congratulations on your retirement. You will be missed. We enjoyed your weather forecasts. We especially enjoyed your bright smile and joking manner. You often mentioned Belleville where we live, which made it all the more special. Enjoy your retirement years.

ELSIE UBBRIACO
said

Hi Dave, our dinner without you won't be the same. We look forward to your report every night. We might not like the weather but you always make us feel better about lousy weather with your great personality. I'll miss you.

Ann Stuckless
said

I will miss you Dave,
I have been watching
you since you starting
doing the weather on CTVO
remember Uncle Bobby?
You sure are a
handsome lad!

Gloria Garnish.
said

Dear Dave: I lived in Markham and worked at Scarborough General Hospital in emergency before I got married. I worked there from 1963 to 1970. I met you one night after the afternoon shift when we all went to the Canadiana after work. I met JOe Mariash also when he came to the emergency and toured the dept. I watched you faithfully on the adoption program many years ago and since at the station every night giving the weather. I went towork at North York General after I got married and since have lived in Brampton.Take care and enjoy your retirement you sure deserve it. My single name was Maciver and married name is Garnish.

Chris McDonald
said

It was April and the Aboriginals in a remote part of Northern Australia asked their new elder if the coming winter was going to be cold or mild.

Since he was an elder in a modern community he had never been taught the old secrets. When he looked at the sky he couldn't tell what the winter was going to be like.

Nevertheless, to be on the safe side, he told his tribe that the winter was indeed going to be cold and that the members of the tribe should collect firewood to be prepared.

But being a practical leader, after several days he had an idea.
He walked out to the telephone booth on the highway, called the Bureau of Meteorology and asked, 'Is the coming winter in this area going to be cold?'
The meteorologist responded, 'It looks like this winter is going to be quite cold.'

So the elder went back to his people and told them to collect even more wood in order to be prepared.

A week later he called the Bureau of Meteorology again. 'Does it still look like it is going to be a very cold winter?'

The meteorologist again replied, 'Yes, it's going to be a very cold winter.'

The elder again went back to his community and ordered them to collect every scrap of firewood they could find.

Two weeks later the elder called the Bureau again. 'Are you absolutely sure that the winter is going to be very cold?' he asked.

'Absolutely,' the man replied. 'It's looking more and more like it is going to be one of the coldest winters ever.'

'How can you be so sure?' the elder asked.

The weatherman replied, 'Our satellites have reported that the Aboriginals in the north are collecting firewood like crazy, and that's always a sure sign.'

Jason Whelan
said

As an almost nightly viewer of Mr. Devall from Buffalo,NY, I must say I have always enjoyed Dave's delivery of the weather. Always jovial, always right on the dot. Enjoy your retirement, you've earned it good sir.

Xavier
said

Hi Dave Devall i have been watching your weather channel for a while now and i think you are amazing and should not retire but i guess there comes an age

charlie
said

Hello Dave,I am a 30 year old weather nerd/weenie from keene ont.I have watched your weather forecasts from a young age,I've always found you to be the most imformative and entertaining weatherman out there.Do enjoy a well deserved retirement.

Melody Desrosiers
said

Dave Devall is the COOLest weather man in the business! I'm 19 and I've been watching him on CTV/CFTO for essentially that long. When I was younger, I wanted to be a meteorologist because of Dave Devall! I wanted to write and draw backwards so I could make the weather (good or bad) fun like he does! He always manages to put a smile on my face :) Good luck Dave! You are THE BEST ^_^

Pat Friend
said

Dave, congratulations and best wishes for your retirement.

My family moved to Toronto in 1987. Since then we have relied on you to tell us what to expect in weather. You are, quite simply, the BEST. I've enjoyed listening to your reports and have marveled at your ability to explain what looks complicated in such a simple, straightforward manner.
Again, my family wishes you nothing BUT the best and we will always look forward to your visits to CFTO.

Peter Shortall
said

Dave,

I had the privilege of working with you at CHEX in the late 50s. I was a high school reporter on Hi Time and you were the pro. I watched you umbrellas and have always been reminded of George Feyer. Have a good retirement.

Pam Dickey
said

Dear Dave
On behalf of my 91 year old mother, Dorothy,she wants to tell you she has been watching your forcast from the first day you came on TV. Mom lives at Specialy Care, Case Manor in Bobcaygeon, and perhaps if you have some free time on your hands and don't know what to do, maybe you could come for a visit. I know a lot of the seniors would enjoy it. (and we are not that far from Bolsover and there is a beautiful golf course just outside Bobcaygeon - Egan Ridge)
We'll all miss you, young and old
Pam Dickey

Jim Becksted
said

I will miss Dave's use of the word "folks" and his little salute at the end of each telecast. If anyone should be considered to fill in periodically, I vote for Michelle Leslie.

KEN MCFADYEN
said

BEST WISHES FOR A LONG, HAPPY, HEALTHY RETIREMENT FROM 50 PLUS YEARS AGO WHEN YOU WORKED SUMMERS AND AFTERSCHOOL AT 774 ANNETTE STREET LOBLAWS.

Lorry Moffatt
said

Well Dave, there is something wrong here, I am still going to be working and you are retiring. It has been a long time from York Memo to Ryerson in the old Prefect with open windows in the winter.
Anyway, best wishes on your retirement.

Lorry Moffatt

bryan
said

we have been watching you 48 years i am sorry to hear you leave

JOAN BOULTON LINDSAY
said

CONGRATULATIONS

DAVE DEVALL
GOING TO MISS YOUR
WEATHER REPORT
BEST WISHES

Harley and Bernice Turner
said

My wife Bernice feels like she grew up watching Dave like my mom was with Glen Cochrane.Congradulations Dave.

Betty & Bernie Ginger
said

Dave - your a link to the past when Matt played hockey in West Mall Minor Hockey. My husband coached him for a year. We've seen you at the Highland Games at Burles Creek in Barrie. We definiely will miss your sense of humour and your writing at the end of the weather. Wishing you many happy years of retirement.

Bunny Turner
said

Bunny Turner. Hi Dave congratulations on your retiring.My favorite spot on your weatercasts was when you were looking for your beloved SCRUFFY in your home. I would love to be able to see that again if CTV still has that clip.Once again many happy years ahead for you.

Chris Newland
said

Congratulations on your lifetime achievement award Dave. I have been watching you grow with CTV all my life. I liked the clip where Lance Brown locked you outside of the storage room. I thought it was silly. You have done an excellent job with the weather and do it with enthusiasm. I also like how you cheer people up and joked around. Your warmth, compassion and contribution in professional accuracy are greatly appreciated and will be missed. I hope you enjoy your retirement after 48 years and wish you all the best in upcoming ones. Thank you for your commitment and good luck!

Chris Newland

Shelli Byers
said

I am a 34 year old mother of 2. As a child, I, along with my sister and two cousins, spent much time at my Grandparents cottage in Bolsover. Because it was just a small cottage we had to sleep on the floor in the living room. My Grandparents would always watch the 11 o'clock news so we were given strict orders to close our eyes and not talk during this time.
I can remember distinctly falling asleep to your voice as you were giving the weather report.
My Grandparents along with my cousin have passed on now and memories are all I have of them. I often find myself closing my eyes while listening to your weather report just to recapture that wonderful time in my life.
Thanks so much Dave for helping me to reconnect occasionally with my loved ones.
Congradulations and Best Wishes on your Retirement
Always & Forever
Shelli

Tammy Johnson Mayer
said

Dear Dave,

It's a pleasure to write you directly and tell you how much I've appreciated you over the years. Your voice is so unique and I remember watching you on the big console tv as a little girl growing up in Bowmanville. Honestly Dave, your voice takes me right back there instantaneously; that same feeling! There aren't many things that can do that!! I'm not sure writing these words can convey how meaningful that is to me. Dave, your voice has always had a very comforting and safe tone. Now as an adult, I've witnessed nothing but integrity and kindness in your manner each time I've watched you. I suspect those who know you would say something similar (although of course nobody's perfect!). Dave, I don't think I'll ever forget your voice, along with your gentleness and ever present wit! I want to thank you for the many years you've served us here in Ontario. It has truly been our privilege to benefit from your broadcasting gift and expertise. Thank you, Dave!! I'll miss your voice and your presence very much!! I wish you every blessing in the years to come. Oh, and a big thank you to your family for sharing you with us! I'm sure there's been some long hours over the years, and oh boy, I bet you could tell us some stories! May God bless you and fulfill you in just the way you hope for. From my heart, thanks again, Dave. Sincerely, Tammy Johnson Mayer

Barbara Jarrett
said

Dear Dave:
Congratulations on your retirement. You have reaised weather awareness for thousands of us loyal viewers. I was glad the web site mentioned your early days at CHEX. It was appearing that CTV gave birth to Dave Devall. Those early days on Television Hill with the newly hatched CHEX must have been exciting. Remember Marie Callaghan ? from housewife to Peterborough`s Sue-Ann Niven overnight ! Was del Crary a star on the new CHEX or did he limit himself to radio? I`m sure I am not the only former Peterborough resident who resented the big red brick monster on 401 at McGowan Rd. for stealing Peterborough`s grade A weatherman.
Enjoy the retirement years !

Sincerely,
Barbara Jarrett

margaret brown
said

Ihave been watching you every day since you started. you will be dearly missed, but I wish you the best enjoy your retirement.

maggie
said

Thanks Dave
I have watch you for the last 15 years when my boyfriend started plowing snow in the niagara region.
You were always the most adquact with the forecast. I will miss you.

Deborah Dodge
said

Dave you will be sadly missed,by the Dodge family in Bowmanville,I been watching you since I was a little girl,I'm 51 now,Dave you have a wonderful time in your future career..looking after your wife''and pooch''
all the best..
Deborah..lol

Nancy
said

Hi Dave.
I have watched you on ctv for all those years.
Ctv is my favorite news station and it made it fun to have you on the show.

Jacqui Sage
said

HI Dave

I will miss you very much. The weather forcast will not be the same with out your drawings.

Sikdar Nizam
said

Dear Dave:
With respectfully I want to know, what you will do in your retire life. We all will miss you, if its possible stay couple more years. I love you.

Kathy Kemp
said

Christmas is always a time of joy and wonder for children. As kids my brother & I were allowed to stay up late Christmas eve to watch Dave announce where Santa was on his trek around the world. We watched intently seeing the jolly elf was close - off to bed we scampered to await Christmas morning. I'm considerably older now & don't scamper quite as fast, but still watch CTV for the 'Santa updates'. Also my mother worked for the Childrens' Aid Society and often spoke of working along side Dave on the show 'Family Finder'. She considered Dave a professional who made the show the 'family' show it was intended to be. Congratuations Dave & happy retirement!

Sandy
said

Hi Dave, I dont remember watching you when I was younger, probably because we couldnt get reception for Hamilton or Toronto without using the Tin Foil spead across the rabbit ears, and that was saved for Hockey Games only; but I've watched you every night at suppertime since we've been married (40 years) and I will miss you and your wonderful personality. We wish you a happy and healthy retirement.

Jamie Archibald
said

Dave,
I remember living in Toronto in the winter of 82-83, studying to become an Environment Canada meteorologist, and watching you draw weather symbols backwards. Very inspiring indeed! :-) I am still in meteorology, although not with Environment Canada anymore. I am a weather geek, and crank out up-to-date climate info for my local CTV outlet. I thought "why does it only have to be here?" So I made some for Toronto. With this you can see that the coldest day of the year on average is January 21, with a low of -11.89 degrees and the warmest is July 18 at 28.19 degrees. I post the climate info for Toronto at www.truenorthweather.com/climyyz
I live about a 4 hour flight from Toronto, so it just shows that I have too much free time :-) Enjoy retirement, Dave (as I hope to as well, without 48 years at the job though. Heck, I JUST turned 49 :-)

Audrey Daly
said

Hi I enjoy the weather you show evey time I watch you and it fun to watch. Happy retare.

Donna Barr Krolewski
said

We moved to Scarborough in 1964 (lived on Perivale Crescent) and at the time the only two buildings at 401 and McCowan were CFTO and Milner's Refrigeration. It was a vast empty space for many years. As a young boy, my father began working at Milner's when it was on Pharmacy Avenue before World War 2 and stayed there until they closed in the mid 70's. The area has changed so much since the 70's but you and CFTO or CTV as it is now referred to are still there - a cornerstone of many of our growing up years. For as long as I can remember I have watched you do the weather. I will be 60 years old this summer and it seems that you have been there for most of my life. I will truly miss you; your wit, your charisma, your smiling personality and most of all your ability to give the weather with humour. I wish you all the very best in your retirement. You will be missed by all!

Linda Starkie
said

Dave, you remind me of my parents so much. I grew up watching you every night.Now that both my parents have passed away,watching you reminds me of them.You are such a sweet lovable funny guy and no one could ever bring such pinache and flair to the forecast as you. It is so sad to see you go, I will miss you . Wishing you health and happiness in your retirement.I know I will cry me a river on April 3,your last forecast.Love you , miss you already!!

Angie Freitas
said

Hey Dave,
Hats off to a great person, enjoy your new found pleasures in life, like more golfing, spending more time with Mrs. Devall, all the very best wishes.

Floyd Maxwell
said

Hello Dave
Congratulations on your retirement. I will miss you especially your writing with both hands and backwards

Neale Gifford
said

In the beginning of weather reporting there was Percy Saltzman and his chalkboard map. Then Dave Devall with the Plexiglas map and writing backwards. Each gave a lesson on the development of weather. No major flourishes or gimmicks, clowning around, just a solid report. Sadly, though expected, it couldn’t last forever. They both set a high standard of reporting. No one else can measure up. It simply won’t be the same.

Greg Worth
said

Back in the early sixties, my mom had arranged an outing for the guests at the Seniors Home she administered for a taping of a TV programme at CFTO. If memory serves it was called "Double your Money" hosted by Hughie Green. She was chosen out of the audience and went on to win a European vacation.

The thrill for this 7 year old was saying hello to you Dave in a hallway at the station and you took the time to stop and talk to me. If I live another 53 years, I'll not forget that moment.

The best of everything Dave,

Greg

Cindy Agnew
said

During the 1960's, as a very young girl growing up in Scarborough, my two sisters and I would pretend to be you...Dave Devall... as we played on our chalkboard at home. My grandfather even searched and found us fat, white "Dave Devall chalk". Many a thundercloud and snowflake would we create..working swiftly in an ambidextrous manner, of course. Thanks for always keeping it "COOL" and fun for both kids and adults alike. You've helped to create wonderful memories. All the best, Dave.

Janet Muise
said

Dear Dave,

My family and I have been watching you and CFTO since 1961.

As you said to Christine and Ken on the night of your announcement, you become a part of our family.

So as you started to tell us of your retirement, I must admit I began to shed a tear.

I knew this moment would eventually come and you are so deserving of it.

I have a little story for you. My father who was and still is an advit CFTO watcher and a huge Dave Devall fan is now in the early stages of Alzheimer's Disease. He sometimes forgets our names or asks questions repeatedly. You he never forgets.

A couple of years ago I took my puppy to obedience class. Pat Foran was in our class with his family and their new puppy Jersey.

After the class was over my dad wanted to speak to Pat. So I went over and kindly asked him if I could have a moment of his time, as my father would like to meet him as he is a huge fan of the news (show) but that he does suffer from Alzheimers. Pat was more than kind and obliged us.

So after shaking Pat's hand, my dad says to Pat "How about that Dave Devall" "I really like him" He's been there for a long time". A little embarassed that he side-stepped Pat about all his great and very interesting consumer reports and ask how you were?

Pat, as gracious as he is, told my dad that you were a terrific man and well respected among the crew.

Speaking to Pat about you put a smile on my dad's face and that is something I will not soon forget.

You will be very dearly miss. Thanks for the memories!

Eibisberger,Walter
said

Dave, you have been the reason for me to tune into CTV everyday around suppertime. Your weather forecasts and presentation have been second to none, and I will miss you.You are a true gentleman and a scholar. God bless you and your family and drop by the odd time in the future to teach the new guys a few tricks.
Good luck, Walter Eibisberger

Margaret Barendse
said

Oh Dave, what more can I say. I have enjoyed watching you. You will be very missed not only me but my entire family. We have watched you for a very long time. Enjoy your retirement you deserve it. Congragtulations!!!

AnnaLuiza and Anthony Paul Farinha
said

Dave My Son Anthony is 8 years old and he always runs to the tv when you come on. We always enjoy watching your weather forecast, you are so much fun and we love your drawings and how you write backwards...you are truly an original and we will miss you so very much..May you have lots of Happiness and Peace in your Life and enjoy your Retirement. Thank you for making our evenings enjoyable.
God Bless You Always

Karen in Burlington
said

Dear Mr. Devall,
I remember being fascinated watching you draw with the big white chalk on the glass map when I was little, (oh so many years ago.) I was fortunate enough to make your acquaintance once when I worked in the CAA Oshawa office on Simcoe St. You came in to transact some business and I remember hearing your voice first and thinking "I know that voice"! You were so gracious and friendly, it was a pleasure for us to help you out. Congratulations on your retirement! You will be missed!

Leanne
said

Dave, my mother and I watched you everyday. You will be missed. Have a great retirement!

Karen Parsons
said

Congratulations on your retirement Dave. I have enjoyed watching you prsent the weather over the years.
Good health and happiness to follow you in the years to come.

Gerry MacCarthy
said

I have enjoyed the 6:00 new casts for yrs. and planned drives and outdoor activities based on Dave's forecasts.I wish him well. P>S> Will news reporters Alysha, Janis be returning after their family leaves? I feel like I know all these people after seeing them nightly for so long, they are almost like friends after a while. Thanks,

starr lambley
said

dave will any one every take your place. I THINK NOT. you are the god of weather. We can not plan
a weekend a way with out your word of good weathe. We Love and will miss you. all the best in your next 40 years
ken& starr lambley

Bill & Christine Sunley
said

Dave must have spent a lot of time in the principals office. I too can write and read backwards & upside down.
All the best Dave, thanks for your weather reports & humour. Keep Bolsover Billy well. I just retired too.

Natalie
said

Hy Dave , Iam writting a message because I admire you . Youre the best and kindest person on the news I have evered seen. Dave thank you for evrything you have done for us . Please but my comment on air tomorrow on your shown. I want to show the world that you are admirable , and very good.take care good luck ,
Natalie
thaks Dave

Earl & Maggie Rose
said

Hi Dave; Have enjoyed you for many years giving us the weather report. Will miss you.The person taking over has big shoes to fill.Our "CONGRATULATIONS.Enjoy your RETIREMENT. God Bless!

Swanne Vanderbeek.
said

Dear Dave, I just need to ask you, did you not work with uncle Bobby when you started out on CTV before you did the weather? My children used to watch that show all the time. I wish you lots of fun and good health in your retirement.
regards,
Swanne Vanderbeek, in Oakville.

Robert Curotte
said

I was 10 years old in Montreal when I started watching Dave on TV still love watching him. All the best you will be missed still love your weather forecast live in Mississauga for the past 30 yrsgood luck.

dwayne
said

Good luck Dave Devall.You been a household name and will be missed greatly

Gertrude Lee
said

Dear Dave,

Unlike other celebrities or political icons who are impressed by your long service at CTV, we are just common people but we still would like to say a few words of how you have touched lives that you may not be aware of. I'm sending this email on behalf of my mother (a Chinese senior with long term illness) who knows just a little bit of English. She has been suffering from the medical conditions of post stroke and a serious neurological disorder. While her brain is shutting down gradually, she is still very clear cognitively. Our family has the routine of watching the 6 pm CTV news and then the 7 pm Fairchild Chinese news every evening. My mom is immobile and watching TV is one of the very few things that she really enjoys. You are one of her favourites to appear in that box, especially when you do the magic drawing of the umbrella and other things. We would encourage her to guess what you are going to draw that day. She would laugh and the umbrella is her favourite especially when you put your hand to "hold" it! We told her you are going to retire and promised her to write you something on her behalf and here we are! Thank you for being a favourite image and bringing some meaning to a simple heart! Happy retirement!

With best wishes,

Earl & Maggie Rose
said

Hello Dave:Congatulations on your retirement. We will miss seeing you on the news and your wit. We have watched you for many years. Your replacement will have big shoes to fill.God bless you and enjoy your retirement.This is the second one we sent but the first one had the wrong email.

Mary Caughell
said

Happy Retirement Dave from Dunnville.
All the best on your retirement, you deserve it all. We will miss you and the COOL weather reports you gave, your umbrellas and shovels were priceless.
Mary Caughell

Mike & Gayle Drynan
said

Hi Mike Drynan
From Peterborough On.
I can remember as a young lad you coming over to Confederation school and picking up your wife which was a teacher at the time. Us kids from the neighhood thought it was great to meet up with a special person from CHEX TV. Now I'm 63 and remember that day as it was only yesterday.My wife Gayle (Howson) Drynanare school sweethearts and watch you each nite on the weather. Best wishes and Lord truly bless you and your family
with kind regards
Mike & Gayle Drynan

Nancy Henry
said

Dear Dave, Weathermen never retire - they reign(rain) forever. Sorry, Lance made me do it. Best wishes for health and happiness and lots of new adventures as you retire. Nancy Henry

Ted Leider
said

Dear Dave,
I'm 55 and I've watched you each and every night for these past 48 years. I never liked you! When I was a teenager I said to my parents, "I can't stand this guy". When I was dating, I said to my girlfriends "I can't stand this guy. When I got married, I said to my wife, "I can't stand this guy. And now I have kids, guess what I say to them! Too bad you won't be around for my grandchildren. I'm going to miss not liking you.

The very best of luck in the future.

Carol Crossman
said

Dave I have always relied on your great weather reporting to plan my days. I want to remind you that you once judged the "Miss Scarborough" contest of which my sister was a contestent. I went with my sister to this because she was only 16-17 yrs old so this was around 43-44 yrs ago.

Taylor & Cathy
said

Dear Dave,

My husband and I are going to miss you. You have a unique voice and persona on television. But mostly you've been around forever and you feel like home. You and the weather go hand-and-hand. What are we going to do without you? We'll miss you.

Taylor & Cathy
(Burlington)

Linda Donnelly
said

Happy Retirement Dave,

We will be waiting to see who will be replacing you....I'm sure the candidate will need to have a great sense of humour to fill your shoes. Thanks for keeping a smile on our faces, as the weather sure isn't doing that this year !

said

The weather will never be the same again. You will be missed and I wish you all the best in your retirement. Treasure your memories.

shani siperman
said

Hi Dave my name is shani siperman in 17 and I have been watching ctv news for the last 4 years since I came to Canada and my favret part of the news was watching the weather report, but the best part is always when you do the writing back words ( I all ways try it but its hard) I will sure miss you even though I don't know you bit still just watching a pro doing the future of the next day, hope to see you some time on the weather report.

Marcel Beauvais
said

Hi Dave,after watching you for so many years,we will miss you.Sure Pat and Anwar do a good job but I don't think they know how to draw an umbrella or a shovel for that matter.The best part of being retired is getting up when you feel like it.All the best and good luck.

Sandi Leavey
said

Dear Dave,
I am an ordinary citizen who has been your fan for at least a hundred years.
In the 80's your daughter was in the pediaric ward of Etobicoke General Hospital(It has a different name now)
I remember you coming in to see her--and I thought instantly that you are far better looking in person.I had no idea that you would become a legend --or I would have asked for your autograph.I too am retiring (in May)from 45 years of nursing.
All the best to you in your new chapter of life Sandi

Chris Powell
said

Please do not forget the fantastic work Dave did in the child adoption TV program All they need is love it found parents for children and children for parents and made many people happy.Have a great retirement Dave.

Mark Corbet
said

Dear Mr. Devall,

You are easily the best news weatherman in the history of broadcasting. I am 49 years old. You have been my family's weatherman my entire life. Walter Cronkite was never adequately replaced nor I fear will Loyd Robertson when he retires.
You are a part of their class which is to say - the most professional, classy and trustworthy of newsmen.

CTV won't be the same without you.

We miss you already.

The Corbet Family

Maureen Geer
said

Absolutely amazing-48 years. I remember watching Dave the weatherman, when I was a little girl. I'm now 43 and Dave still sounds the same...a very distinctive voice. A voice I will never forget. There will be some big shoes to fill in April. All the best Dave. Enjoy your mutch deserved retirement.

Bonita and Dennis Watts
said

Congratulations on your retirement. My husband Dennis Watts received his private pilots licence at the Inn on the Park on the same night. We have enjoyed your weather for years.

Ingeborg R. Gonzalez
said

Dear Mr. Devall, I am surly going to miss you. I have been watching you doing the weather for many many years. Enjoy your retirement with your family.
All the best

Brian
said

I know I am speaking for my whole family especially my DAD when I say you will be missed enjoy your retirement Dave you deserve it. Brian

Jim Steele
said

hi Dave just wondered if you would be working ,part time.
on the chip truck,is so we will stop in.
hope you have a great life 6:20pm,just wont be the same.
Jim & Chris

Peter Marucci (Mar-OO-chee)
said

Well do I recall Dave's beginning at CTV while I was assistant news editor of the now-defunct Telegram.
When the Tely folded, I joined The Star and am now a retiree.
Best wishes to Dave, on joining "our" ranks.

Gina, Eustela & Alfredo
said

You have been a part of our nightly routine since my family came to Canada and got our first TV!
you will be missed. Love your backwards writing & ambidextrousness.
Gonna miss ya Cmdr T.
All the best.
Gina & Family

Genevieve M. Darrow, RN
said

Dear Dave, I live in North Carolina now, but my Dad called to tell me of your retirement. As a little girl, I was facinated by you drawing with two hands an Backwards too!! I remember practicing for hours so I could "be like Dave". I never became a Weatherman, but I did use my "two handed" skills many many times over the years in my career as a Nurse. It's nice to be able to hang IV's with either hands, count pills out with either hand, putting a little "fun" in my job, drawing a few pictures... and to comfort an ailing patient with both hands has been a joy untold!! Thanks for showing me the way!

Moira Spalding
said

Dave, we have been watching you for years now and what a personality you are. You will be missed for your wit, your art and of course you wear the kilt well!

Moira

Ian Jay
said

Whenever I'm riding my bike, I can look at one of Dave's keychain thermometers which has been velcroed to the handlebar . Dave's smile doesn't seem to change whether it is hot, rainy, or snowy - a real weatherman.
Thanks, Ian Jay

Fred & Ann Kotani
said

Good Afternoon Dave
I am sadded that after April you will no longer be there to do the weather report. My husband and I have watched you for as long as we care to remember. We always turned off the TV after you gave us the weather at 11:30. You will be missed.

John Cleminson
said

Tribute to Dave

Soft winds, zephyrs and light breezes blowing
Cumulus, strata, blue skies overhead.
Rain, hail size of baseballs and often its snowing
Listen to Dave, no more need be said.

Hurricanes, cyclones even tornadoes
Watches and warnings in summer and fall
Followed, predicted with amazing accuracy
And easily covered by our own Dave Devall.

Troughs of low pressure forecast on radar
Conversions, inversions, humidity high
Wind chill factored temperatures that help to sustain us
As sunshine comes beaming through overcast skies.

Freezing rain, lightning, heat waves and thunder
Presented by Dave in inimitable style
His consistency surely a veritable wonder
He’s the man with perpetual sunshine in his smile.

Best wishes on your retirement and remember please do,
That the sunshine you bring to others is just part of you

John Cleminson,
Orangeville ON

Ed Forma
said

Dave, thanks for all the weather both good and bad. You will truly be missed. Enjoy your retirement.

Patricia Gomez-Petrik
said

Mr. Devall. I am an immigrant who has listened to you doing the weather for over 30 years. Congratulations on your retirement. You will be greatly missed, especially with you drawings which I found very interesting. thank You Dave for being the best weather man.
Good Luck!

Merle Smith
said

Dear Dave: I am almost 84 years of age & have watched you for may years on T.V. and we are all going to miss you very much. All the best.

Thelma & Larry Beam, Toronto
said

Well, I never thought I would see the day when Dave Devall retired! I have been watching your weather forecasts since I can remember. In fact, I can't remember a time when you weren't there telling me what it was going to be like outside tomorrow. To this day I still get a kick out of watching you write with both hands backwards. How do you DO that? Anyway, it's the end of an era for sure, and you will be sorely missed in our household! We all wish you a terrific retirement and best of luck with whatever you undertake in the future. Thank you for being our weatherman all these years!

Sandra Linkletter
said

You will be missed by all your viewers and co-workers.
Good Luck on your retirement,

Dianne Whitehead
said

Hi Dave,
I have been watching your weather reports for a long time, about thirty years or more...You will be missed and I hope you have a great retirement and best wishes. Dianne and family

Rick Aveline
said

Thanks for all the forecasts. I'll miss your 'C O O L' forecast glasses.

Rick

wellesley Samuels
said

Hi, Dave I would like to wish you all the best on that day when we will not hear your voice nor see your funny drawings any more reading the weather, my family and I always look forward to hear you doing your thing and have a laugh at the end of it all. we love you dave, all the best.

ryan
said

the pleasure has been all of ours Dave. I wanted to beg you to stay as i am sure millions will suggest. but that would only be selfish. Dave you have made my life more enjoyable.i will miss you. you are a man among man and through example you have positively influenced many young kids minds of the future, and shall always remembered as a pioneer of broadcast standards forever to come. no one ever did it like you. and somehow in a unique sense of irony Dave you will always be hott and cool in my books.

thank you dave

sincerely
ryan

Richard & Rosemary Boissoin
said

Hello Mr.Devall,
My husband and I will miss you and your chalk glasses, and umbrella!and all the other memories.Enjoy your retirement you deserve it,for all the wonderful days you gave us. Bless You Always.Richard and Rosemary Boissoin ,Oshawa Ontario

ernie kairies
said

Hi Dave !!!!!!!!
I came from Germany in 1963 and have been watching your broadcast
since I will miss you
on CTV. And I am wishing you all the best for your retirement
I retired Sept.1/2008 and am enjoying it. I hope you do too.
Take care of yourself and enjoy.
Ernie

Heather Bodrogi
said

Hi Dave:

I just wanted to let you know how much my husband and I have enjoyed your weather forecasts over the years. In fact, my husband loves to quote Dave as I am leaving the house. He always reminds me what Dave has forecast for the day.

We will truly miss you Dave and wish you God Speed. Please to take time to enjoy your retirement. After 48 years you deserve it.

Sincerely

Heather and Leslie Bodrogi

Cindy W
said

Hello and Goodbye to the best weather man on the TV. You have been an icon for years and hopefully you will remain an icon for decades to come. You have handed this duty over to the best successors anyone could train. No one will ever come close to your whit and humor in delivering the news.

I met you one night at a movie theatre when your show was over and said to you that you hadn't changed in 20+ years and your reply back was "its not in my contract too".

Toronto and Canada are going to miss you and we hope that once a month you come by just to give the weather, hopefully it will be a nice day.

Happy retirement and thanks for being a part of my life for 37 years of my life.

Good Luck and hope your family doesn't get tired of you always on the golf course.

Cindy

Sid
said

Do you have any memories of the TV show " Toastmaster Junior Auction" I have memories of when I was around 7-8 years old (1961) and my mother brought us to the CFTO studios which were mammoth for a 7 year old and I think I remember that Dave was the announcer on the show and if I am not mistaken, it might have been Jim Corey who was the host.

Was this your first job at CFTO?

Are there any videos or pictures of this show?

Thanks for the many years.

jack davison
said

dave sorry to wee you .i remember when you first started we love you and enjoy your weather antics the wife and i enjoy your your weather reports and shots at others and lance miss you bye for now

pat
said

going to miss you a lot have been watching your weather reports for years hope your retirement be as good as your weather reports

Evelyn
said

Dear Mr. Devall

Congratulations on your Retirement! I have watched you on CTV news for over 25 years. Your familiar presence, sense of humour, and your ability to write/draw backwards have always made me smile and countless others too, I'm sure.

I sincerely wish you a happy and healthy retirement but know you will be greatly missed. You are irreplaceable!

Reg Morgan
said

I was 10 or 11 years old . When I first saw Dave on our first T.V. He was doing a noon hour broadcast. The one memory most clear is when Dave was on location at the DON MILLS SHOPPING CENTRE. I have enjoyed Dave ever since . CONGRATULATION DAVE and all the BEST .

Lee Bacon
said

Hi Dave, I just wanted to tell you that we even count on you for our home weather [Orangeville] even when we are down south. We will miss you greatly. Do wish you a great retirement.

Chris Chianelli
said

Hello Dave!It is very sad that you are leaving because I have watched you since I was born.You are a very great and smart weatherman and all the best to you.

Jan Parkes - Mt Albert, On
said

It does not seem that long ago that I went to a fashion show held in Yorkdale Shopping Centre and there you were walking the runway. All the ladies were cheering you on. You were CFTO's Hot new weather guy. All the best to you and your family. May the sun shine on your retirement.
from a loyal fan.

Ron Chapelle
said

Hello Dave
We first met over 10 years ago.I was a golf Marshall at Deer Creek Golf Club & Ken Shaw introduced me to you. I then told you that the guys at CTV told me that you forcast the weather by
reading animal entrails..you then placed your hand on your hip & announced in a feminum voice
" Welll...that doesn"t
make me a bad perthon"

Enjoy your retirement but I hope you keep busy as I'm sure you will

L. Doucet
said

I moved to Toronto in 1961-62 with my parents. I was nine years old, watched your weather report every day and had a big crush on you. You are just about my earliest memory of life in Toronto. Happy retirement - but it won't be the same without you!

Bruce & Lenore Frost
said

Dave
Sorry to hear that you are retiring. We will miss you doing the weather reports and the humor you add to it.

We also live in Bolsover, but spend our winters in Port Charlotte Florida.
We have our own station on the TV here in the park and they broadcast the Canadian News so that all we Canadian Snowbirds can still see what is happening in Canada while we are down here.
I am sure that you have many fans here in
Maple Leaf Golf and Country Club so if you can, please say hi to all of us on your weather broadcast.

Hope to see you out and around in Bolsover when we return.
Bruce and Lenore Frost

Nadine Newton-Landry
said

Hello Dave

I have been a viewer of CTV News at 6pm for 24years. Your are the one and only weather man. Gosh I wish I could write backward. Never have I encounter a bored moment watching/listening to the weather forecast with you at the helm. Good Luck to you, enjoy your retirement, stay out of trouble.
You will be missed.
Nadine Newton-Landry

Lunette Evans
said

Dave,
Your are so divine, you are a ray of sunshine. We always get a kick out of how you read the weather forecast with your artistic drawings
and added body parts.
We are surely going to miss you. Congratulations on your Retirement,
and very best wishes for the future.

Lunette
Brampton, Ontario

John Shannon
said

Dave,
I have been watching your "Weathercasts" since day one.
Have a long and happy retirement.
Before you leave can we have a satellite shot of the "Great Lakes " ice cover for this year.

Karen
said

Dave has been part of my daily life since the 80's when my family moved to the GTA. Sitting down to eat dinner in front of CTV news won't be the same with out Dave. I wish him a healthy and happy retirement!

Alan Kingdon
said

Dave; I first remember you from the CNE many many years ago. You were dressed in a robe and working for the Bell I believe. Have enjoyed you ever since. We will miss you. Good luck and take care Alan

Anna Swiderski
said

Dave! I will miss you dearly! You have become my go-to weather man ever since I moved here from home as a student attending Ryerson University. Your drawings have always made me smile, even when feeling homesick.

Have a great retirement, you can relax knowing you have done an incredible job.

Dawn Sutherland
said

Dave
I will truly miss you. When you were away I was so worried that I actually called CTV to make sure you weren't gone long term. And now that you will be leaving for real, I'm deeply saddened. You bring a charming personable face to weather and the news. You make us proud to be Canadian!. Thanks for all your work Dave and best of luck in all your endeavors!

Donna
said

Dear Dave,
I've been watching you since I was nine years old. I had no choice back then but to watch you and drove my mother crazy each evening while the news was on. What use does the news have to a nine year old! Well one evening while we were watching you do the weather, my mother said watch close! and you did it! You drew your umberella with both hands and held it...I was hooked! Now I have my grandchildren watch you. Sorry to see you but have a happy retirement.

barbara Hazlewood
said

Definition - 2 words: Toronto's best Weather Man

Answer - Dave Devall

We'll miss you Dave!

Caitlin Gordon
said

Dave Devall!

I used to watch the news with my father every day and I wouldn't leave the couch until the 6:30 weather was over. I watched Dave everyday to see what the next day would bring!
I stopped watching the news about 6 years ago, and tuned into it again earlier this year hoping to see Dave and there he was. I felt like I was watching an old friend.
I saw Dave on a cruise ship some time in the 90s. I am 21 now, and I must have been 10 or 11. I wanted to tell him how much I loved his weather report but I got too shy and couldn't say anything. Dave, do you remember going on that cruise? It was rather Norwegian or Holland America.
You will be missed Dave!

The Healy Family, King City, Ontario
said

Mr.Devall, congrats on a great Career and thanks for making boring weather entertaining....my mother always braggs about you, she went to York Memorial Highschool when you did too. (Betty Payne) Good Luck, Good Health and Enjoy the Weather.

cheers, The Healy Family King City, Ontario Mark,Cynthia,Danielle,Cameron,Devin and Monica
www.monicahealy.com

Sarwat Ara
said

Dearest Dave,

Wow, when I heard you where to retire I was in shock. I've grown up watching your weather reports, and you somehow made 15cm of snow and cold weather seem a little nice. My favorite of your drawings is the umbrella and the "Wovel". Really going to miss ya. No weather man can ever compare to you. Honest.

XOXOXOXO, Sarwat Ara, age 11.

Allison Scovell
said

Hi Dave: Thanks for all the wonderful years. I always enjoyed your weather forecasts, good and bad, you are not only a weatherman, you are also the viewer's friend. Whenever I was planning something and talking about the weather for that day I would always say, "Well Dave says....and Dave said...." We talk about you as if we know you and no one ever asked, "Who's Dave?" It was always known which Dave was being talked about. All the best to you sir, you are a legend and you will be missed. Take care.

Paul, Pauline and Lena, Patrick
said

Dave, My parents have been watching you since you started on CFTO and they haven't stopped. We grew up watching you and we still do. My parents, especially, love your news reports. They are always clear and explained so well. We will also miss your cute drawings and little stories.

We wish you a wonderful, happy and healthy retirement!! And although it is imposible to know all your viewers, please think of us once in a while because we will often be thinking and remembering you.

From the Misketis and Gregory Families

Nancy Horne
said

Hi Dave. I'm not a celebrity, but I wanted to share with you how our family feels about you. My husband has been joking for years that I am in love with you, because in our house, the whole world stops for me when you come on the air to do the weather. If you happen to be away, my husband will make a comment about how sad I must be because I miss you. It's been great fun, but I can honestly say when we found out you were leaving, we all felt a great loss. Who will I be in love with now? No one can take your place, but anyone can do the weather(except Elvis). He was bad.

Erin Armstrong
said

Im really sad that you are leaving dave you have always been my favorite weather man, i even remember you dedicated the weather to me way back when and now im 13(my birthday is coming up on may 4)
. i beleive i got the weather dedicated to me because i would run up to the t.v. and kiss the screen, i don't do that now but you were a childhood hero to me dave , and im sorry that you are going. but anyway I hear retirement is fun and i hope you enjoy it.

caatherine
said

My father passed away in 2002 and everytime I watch you do the weather I cant help but think of my father. When you were on doing the weather it was frowned upon if we spoke or even breathed because all my dads attention was focused on your weather forecast. He loved your forecast as it was simple and right to the point, just like my dad was. You always made him laugh and smile when you wrote backwards and did your umbrella drawing. I just wanted to say thank you for everything and making weather simple and fun. All the best from me and my dad who I know is watching you from up above.
Thank you Dave

Meg
said

Congrats on retirement Dave, you will definitely be missed by everyone. You made watching the weather fun, and i always trusted your weather forecast especially during the winter. No one can truly replace you. You have a unique talent being able to write backwards and write with both hands, which also made you a unique weatherman. Enjoy your retirement.

Lisa Jesin
said

Hi Dave! I love to finish my busy day with four boys by watching the news. You are always very cheery and enjoyable to watch, no matter what the weather. I get nervous driving in snowy conditions and knowing what to expect is very helpful to me. I just want to ask you if you were ever the host of a show called Tiny Talent Time, that I used to love to watch, possibly on CHCH TV when I was young. Anyway, all the best to you and thanks for all the fun forecasts. You will be sorely missed.

Alma Marie
said

hey dave i remember watching u on tv with my cousin in 2002. dave devall gonna miss you my condolence from me to you now that your career is through a good bye from me to you

Ivy Wideman
said

Hello Dave. I am going to miss you SO much when you retire. Actually, I already do when you're not there to do the weather report. You deserve ALL the awards and recognition that are coming your way ! You also deserve a happy, healthy retirement. Enjoy ! But, just know, that the CTV News will never be the same without my favourite weatherman -- and favourite of many, DAVE DEVALL !!

Ed O'Hanlon
said

Hello Dave,
My Name is Ed O'Hanlon and I'm an Addictions Counsellor at The Caritas Project in Toronto. Myself, and the residents, have grown close to you over the years, as we watch CTV news religiously every night at 6pm. You will be missed immensely!
Could you please say hello to "all the boys" at Caritas. They wil be watching at 6pm.

Kathy
said

Hi Dave

I hope you enjoy your retirement. I sure will miss you.

How can I get one of those gold books I see of all your memories. Are they for sale?

Diana
said

Happy Retirement Best of luck

Mark&Barb Herrington,Brighton,On.
said

DAVE,my husband and I have watch the CTV weather for most of our married life (coming up 37 years. We love you,
trust you and wish you the best on your retirement. You have truly earned this wonderful time!!!

Jeff McCune
said

Dave,
I remember watching the moon launch( my mother said it was important) as a small child(3) on our B&W TV. I do not recall much of the launch however I do remember jumping on the couch and seeing the weather. I thought it was facinating to see someone write on the inside of my TV screen. I later came to discover you were not really in there.
Thanks for the memories. All the best in the future.

Jeff McCune

Eleanor Dagenais
said

I was saddened to hear Dave Devall was
retiring, as he he has
always done a wonderful job reporting the weather. He will be greatly missed, but
Tom brown is an excellent choice to replace hime. Enjoy your retirement Dave - you deserve it

patricia
said

Hi Dave,
Just want to wish you a happy retirement.I will miss you,I have been watching you for he past 20 years. Its going to be hard to used to someone else. Enjoy yourself Dave and don't work too hard.

shelley gordon
said

The only other weatherman I've watched was Percy Saltzman which makes me really old and so very sad to say goodbye and good luck in all your future endeavours. It feels like sending off one of the family and oh how you will be missed...especially your cute/sexy little winks that you dish put every so often. ALL THE BEST DAVE!

Rick Henderson
said

Hi Dave
I just wanted to mention what you did for my mother for her 80th birthday back in 1991. She was such a fan of yours and our entire family used to laugh and how she would go ga ga whenever you were on the news. You agreed to have her come to the CFTO set where you not only met with her, but you spent about 2 hours talking to her one on one and even had her picture taken on the set with you. You will never know how much that meant to her. She passed away a couple of years later, and on her bedside table was an 8X10 photo of you that you had signed. She said goodnight to you every evening before she went to sleep. Thanks so much for making an old women so very happy. Good luck in your retirement and God Bless.
Rick Henderson
Toronto Police (Retired)
Pickering, Ontario

Trent K
said

Hey Dave,

Big fan of yours - I am collecting autographs from my favourite TV stars, can you send me one of yours? Please write to my email address below if this is possible and I will send my address.

Thanks dude! Keep up the good work.

Mary Auld
said

Dave, we will miss you and your respect and fondness for all things Scottish. We loved seeing you in your kilt and your various other uniforms that you so proudly wore. You are a class act.

Carole Shulver
said

Dear Dave:
I wish you well in your retirement. You will wonder after retirement, how you ever had any time to work!
I've watched you since those early years on CFTO when we lived in Scarborough. I've been a loyal watcher and enjoyed your presentation of the weather - it won't be the same without you!
Best wishes for the future.
Carole

JACKIE CONWAY
said

CONGRATULATIONS DAVE ON YOUR WELL DESERVED
RETIREMENT. I ALWAYS WATCH CTV NEWS,AND I JUST LOVE HOW UPBEAT EVERYONE IS.I WILL DEARLY MISS YOU.AS I'M SURE A LOT OF VIEWERS FEELS THE SAME WAY. WELL WHOM EVER YOU HAVE TO FILL YOUR SHOES, HAS THEIR WORK CUT OUT FOR THEM. DAVE YOU ARE A REAL CLASS ACT AND NO ONE WILL EVER COMPARE TO YOU. YOU WILL BE FOREVER IN MY THOUGHTS AND IN MY HEART.GOOD LUCK IN ALL
THAT YOU ENCOUNTER AND REMEMBER KEEP ON HAVING FUN.LOVE YA
JACKIE CONWAY.

Richard D. Mullock
said

Hi Dave! As a long time viewer of CTV news, the highlight of the broadcast was watching you deliver the weather. In addition to everything else about your unique style, I especially like your easy manner yet professional way in how you conduct yourself. There comes a time in everyone's life to turn from the routine of "work" and to pursue those activities without scheduling them around an employment timetable. I wish you all the best and keep smiling! Richard.

Bonnie/Peter Hartmann Midland On
said

Hi Dave:

We would like to wish you well in what ever you do after leaving the weather channel.

We have enjoyed watching you over the many years, probably about 30, especially your detailed graphics. That is the one thing that we will miss the most. The writing backwards came second on the list. We have moved a lot and some of those moves took us out of Ontario but each time we moved back to Ontario it was great to find that you were still reporting the weather. I often wonder why other weather reporters do not have the same kind of detailed graphics as you have.

We wish you well on the rest of your journey.

michael henry
said

thank you mr. dave for your warm kind loving heart u have giving for 48 years.u will be missed an always remembered when it come to your drawings

Tejani family
said

Dave, we have watched and enjoyed your daily weather reports, and quirky illustrations over the years. It's like you've become a part of our family. You will surely be missed. We wish you well with all your future endevors, and have a very happy and peacefull retirement.

Karen John
said

Hi Dave,

From age 6 to my late 30's I have watched you on CTV news. I found it fasinating how you drew the umbrella and glasses using both hands at the same time.

I've always consider you my tv Dad, love you dearly sorry to see you leave, you will be missed not just by me but by my whole family who watches for you daily for the weather.

I don't think anyone could do the weather like you. You made it interesting to hear and to watch. Cheers to your wonderful career in weather broadcasting!

I wish you all the best from your #1 fan from age of 6, God bless!

Warm Regards,

Karen John

same as e-mail
said

When you were in 12B I was in 9B at York Memo. Found out your age (close anyway)! Lang Mae Yer Lum Reek and The Mousie Na Leave Your Meal Gernal With a Tear In Its eee !! Have a great retirement !!

Roberta ....Pickering
said

Hi Dave

I am going to miss seeing your happy face when you give the weather, as you have for so many years.Happy retirement..you deserve it.

Di Nyland Proctor
said

Dear Dave: Though millions know you as Dave Devall, the COOL guy with the chalk, I have a memory few might recall and that is your stellar performance as "Groovey George Davis" Tracy's x- boyfriend on "The Trouble with Tracy" in 1970. What fun it was to spend that time with you in the studio! All best wishes Dave for a happy retirement and thanks for your years of telling me what it's like out there in the real world.
Di Nyland Proctor AKA "Tracy"

Diana
said

Hi Dave,

Thank you so much for becoming a weatherman. I don't know if you ever imagined doing something else in your life but I don't. I'm sure many people feel the same way. Your deep voice, your great sense of humour, your drawings with your “magic pencils” and most of all, your smile have been bringing me such comfort and smile whether the weather calls for snow storm or sunny day. You're THE weather man. The weather reports wouldn't be the same without you. I wish you wouldn't go/ retire but you deserve it.
Best wishes on your retirement.

Julius Musandu
said

Ever since I came to Canada five years ago, I've always been deeply inspired by Dave's charm, confidence and unique style of his obviously admired Weather Report presentations. I think Dave would be the greatest Environment Minister if given a chance. I will miss you Dave!!!

Doreen Stanton
said

Dave
I really don't know how we can have weather in Toronto. You have bben my guide to it for so long. But I hope youare going to enjoy your retirement as much as I'm enjoying it Doreen

Wimsy & Edna Sinnatamby
said

We wish you a very happy retirement, good health and hours of relaxation playing golf.
Your ambidextrous artistry and sartorial elegance will be missed.

tim
said

Dave I want to know what the weather is going to be like on the 16th of march because I want to have a barbeque with my friends oh and happy retirement going to miss you on the news and your drawings their so cool

Gloria Johnston
said

Hello Dave,

I've watched CFTO news and weather for many years. I've enjoyed you doing the weather and especially when you draw your umbrellas.
I get a kick out of Lance Brown when he kids with you and makes you laugh really hard.

Best wishes in your retirement...I will miss you.

Fousia Aden
said

Dear Dave, I just wanted to say that My family has been watching you on CFTO news since
we came to Canada from Somalia in 1989. We have been watching for so long that even now that i live in the U.S.
when ever i come to visit Toronto, i always look forward to catching your weather report. Although we are all
very sad to see you go we'd like to thank to for all your hard work,and wish you the best in the next chapter of you life.

andrea
said

Hey Dave,

Our family has been watching you forever! You will be missed. Thanks for being a part of our evening routine, you'll always be part of our family!

Jennifer Ianni
said

"You are my sunshine on a cloudy day" Best weather anchor ever!! Best of luck Dave.

Dawn Marie
said

Hi Dave, I have only been watching for a few years but I love it when u do the umbrella gesture. Everytime my husband is annoyed with me I make the sign with my hand and a funny face. He cant help but not stay mad at me. Thanks so much I will never forget you.
from Dawn

Rob Hunter
said

Thank you Dave for the many years of service and dedication you have given to the people of southern Ontario and more specifically the GTA. I have watched you present the weather since day 1 and I believe in your forecasts ahead of any other person in the business. You have made weather an enjoyable segment to watch and your innovations over the years have added to the pleasure of watching. I am sorry to see you leave CFTO, it will be very difficult to fill your shoes.

Here's to many years of pleasure in your retirement and hopefully you will return from time to time as a stand-in when needed. CFTO News will never be the same without you.

Happy Retirement Dave!

Bruce & Cavell Hann
said

Dave we will miss you very much,You have been a part of our evening news watching for many years,we wish you all the best and a happy retirement.

Bob & Susan Chessell
said

Thanks for making the weather so entertaining and fun for so many years. Because of you I learned to read upside down much to the chagrin of more than a few teachers!
!sehsiW tseB

Peter Kirby
said

Happy retirement Dave.I will most definetly miss your weather reports,I have been watching you every since CFTO started.I can always remember way back then when my pals and I had to watch you to see what you might come up with that night. And I have watched you ever since.Enjoy your well deserved retirement and let Ken win a few golf games.
Peter

Betty Wood
said

Dear Dave - you've earned the right to a glorious retirement. I remember you fondly as when you started out I was starting out raising my kids. Good luck and enjoy!

Judy Georgieff
said

Hi Dave: been watching you all my life. I believe that you are very entertaining re writing backwards.Hopefully you will be seen doing other things around Toronto area, re hobbies ,you will have more time for.Good Luck!

Cathy Godberson
said

Dave, I am 50, so i grew up watching you on tv. I will always remember Christmas Eve watching your Santa report. I always loved how you could write with both hands. Now my children have grown up with you, and admire the same things in you that I did. What will we do without you telling us the weather? I can't imagine the weather or ctv with out you! All the very best to you, and enjoy every minute of your retirement.

We love you Dave.

The Godberson Family
Oakville

Heather Castrucci
said

Hi Dave: I have been watching you give the weather since CTV began airing in the early 60's. I met you once in Dec 0f 76 at the Toronto Press Club. I was with Don Gordon, who played the piano.
Here is wishing you the very best in your retirement. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.
Heather Castrucci

Frank Napolis
said

All the best Dave. You are the greatest.

Michael Noble
said

Dave,I have watched CTV news for many years,& will certainly miss your pleasant voice.
Being Scottish I am always of course delighted to hear you mention Burn's Suppers or any other Scottish events.
It always a pleasure to hear each of you at the news with a few comments thrown back & forth.
Lance is such a delight.
All The Very Very Best of Health.
Thanks most kindly.

Grant Butler
said

Dave,
When I heard about your decision to retire I was somewhat saddened.
I grew up watching CFTO News with my parents and you have always remained the constant. When my father pointed out to me that you were writing backwards ( with both hands) I was amazed. You made the weather reports interesting and how sensible it was to stand behind the glass as to not block your work from the viewers.
You will be missed Dave, but not forgotten. I wish you good health and a happy retirement.

Best regards,

Grant Butler

Paul and Jane Ruth
said

Dear Dave,
My wife and I would like to extend our thanks to you as a weather forecaster for the many years at CTV. We depended on your accurate forecasts, since we were dairy farmers from Omemee, Ontario. It is very important to understand the weather systems to enable us to harvest our crops, especially the alfalfa crop. I am enjoying the well wishes on TV. I would like to add that your expertise of writing with both hands backwards on a plexiglass board was enjoyed on our first TV [ black and white no less ] while we watched CHEX TV from Peterborough, Ontario.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!
Paul and Jane Ruth.

keshav
said

u rock man at weather you shouldn't of retured u were great my mom loved u

rod robinson
said

Hi Dave
It's been a pleasure to watch you all these years.You didn't talk too fast and you explained the weather clearly.You were like family and I'm going to miss you.Good luck in your future endeavors.

Sheila Harrison
said

Hi Dave,

When we heard you were retireing we couldn't beieve it. You have been part of my family for almost 50 years.

We came here in 1965 from England. Everynight we watched Dave at suppertime. We not only believed what he said but, he made us laugh with his drawings while doing it.

You can't retire. It just won't be the same without you. This is certainly the end of an era. It won't be the same without you.

Love, The Harrison Family'

Bernie Wiggers
said

Dave I watch you every day, we are going to miss you.
Not to many can do the weather like you

Jim & Carol Cox
said

hello Dear Dave; Both my husband and I will miss your handsome face and great voice to let us know about the weather. Good Luck in your new job!
Jim & Carol Cox

lea batara
said

dear Mr Dave Devall,
Hello! My sister and I LOVE to see your weather reports! Every evening at dinner, we all can't wait for the weather. We especially like the way you draw backwards! we'll miss you! And happy retirement!!!
sincerely,
Lea and Lerissa
P.S. We also love your commercial about that person who's in denial. We even memorised it!!

Frank Marriner
said

Hi Dave,
Just want to wish you a very happy retirement. Have been a fan of your weather forecast from day one. You always made the weather interesting no matter the forecast. My sister lives in Irondale so every time we drive through your 'hometown' we refer to it as Ballsover, thanks to Lance Brown. Will be looking for you the next time we drive to Irondale.
Take care and ENJOY!
Frank

Peter Lovering
said

Dave, after watching you all these years and i've since retired myself, i can only wish you the best in your retired years and never look back. You're an icon and we will all miss you. Happy Trails & do you really live in Bolsover?

Shawn Pugsley
said

Dear Dave please don't leave you are very important to the Pugsley family

David Walker
said

So long Dave i will sure miss you. I remember watching you draw backwards behind the glass and will miss seeing it every night. Take care.

David and Peggy Piper
said

Hi Dave

My wife, Peggy, and I have watched your weather forecasting for several years now. We very much enjoyed your kind and gentle manner. We sure are going to miss you. May God's richest blessings continue to be upon you.

Sincerely,
David and Peggy Piper (viewers from Hamilton, Ontario)

KEVIN SCOTT
said

I WILL QOUTE A FAMOUS ENTERTAINER"THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES" WE WILL ALL MISS YOU.

Vera Dornhoff
said

To a very talented Dave Devall:

How will we all miss you let me count the many ways . . .
your smile.
your facial expressions.
your soft voice.
your emphatic voice.
your laugh.
your caring about people.
your bright smiling eyes.
your artistic backwards writing/drawings.
your obvious dedication.
your captive newscasting.
your sincerety.
your positive attitude.
your friendly face.
your energy.
your cheerfulness.
etc etc etc
In short we'll all miss seeing you on the News. Wishing you a world of happiness in your upcoming years of retirement.

Carole Copp
said

We are among the many who will miss Dave. There is a book called "The Treasure Chest" containing familiar quotes, sentiments etc and I believe the following fits Dave to a "T".

"If you have anything really valuable to contribute to the world, it will come through the expression of your own personality-that single spark of divinity that sets you off and makes you different from every other living creature".
(Bruce Barton)

Dave is one of a kind.

Betty Godzwon
said

DAVE,ONE THING I WOULD LIKE TO PASS ON TO YOU, DON'T WEAR A WATCH WHEN YOU RETIRE, TOOK MINE OFF THE DAY I RETIRED IT'S WONDERFUL. NO DEADLINES, NO RUSHING. DO WHAT YOU WANT WHEN YOU WANT. ENJOY YOUR RETIREMENT. I'LL MISS YOUR DRAWINGS AND OF COURSE THE WEATHER BY SOMEONE SO NICE AS YOU. GOD BLESS YOU.

Michele Verlinden
said

Hi Dave,

I first met you in 1975 when I was a contestant on "Definition" when you filled in for Jim Perry.
Twenty years later, I ran into you at a supermarket in Ajax.

All the best of luck in your retirement, Dave. We will miss you.

Aurie Massey
said

We shall be losing our all time favourite weatherman. Thanks for the many, many weather reports done in only Dave's style. You made the weather (Good or Bad)all the easier to take because you did it your way. You shall be truly missed. Keep well in your new endevours.
From
A Very Long Time Fan

Marilyn J Thomson
said

Weather men are special and I know first hand. My granddad Wib Thomson (May 9, 1879 to June 16, 1971) was the weather man of Brampton. He worked at the Dale Estate for fifty-two years and that is where he had his small weather station. He phoned the weather report into Malton daily. Even after he retired he still maintaned the weather station. Things changed and the weather station was closed. He was given the rain gage.
I have enjoyed watching you do the weather report over the years. As you know first hand how much has changed since you started. Granddad would be amazed at the changes.
Good luck and enjoy everyday of your retirement. You desiver it.
Marilyn

Kim
said

I would like to thank you Dave for all your years of bringing us the weather. My husband, Paul, died in January but he never failed to watch your weather reports. No matter where I was, I'd always here him yell out, "Hurry up, you're going to miss Dave, or the weather's on." He didn't always agree with you, but he sure enjoyed watching you. So thanks again and happy golfing.

Greg Casbourn
said

Congradulations on your retirement Dave. I have been watching you do the weather for over40yrs. When I was a small boy,I use to imitate you doing the weather by drawing the weather map on the living room wall. My parents werent too happy but I thought I was you doing the weather!! All the best in the future. I have enjoyed all the years with you doing the weather at dinner time. YOUR THE BEST!!!!

Tom & Anne Dickison
said

Been depending on your forecasts for almost half a century -- we will miss you!

Enjoy your retirement. It is great to be able to do what you want to do.

J. Pelton
said

Happy Retirement Dave
I have enjoyed your weather forcasts for 25 years and you always put a positive spin on all of them

J. Pelton

John and Austin Kirkby
said

Hi Dave. Our farm family in Niagara-on-the-Lake is certainly going to miss you. We have watched you from the begining of your days at CTV. We watched CTV during our noon lunch break and evening news hour. Today we watch 4 times a day. As farmers we really appreciated the fact that you talked about farmers during your weather forecasts. I don't think anyone but you did that. Our daughter and son-in-law have a cottage in Haliburton and we sometimes drive by Bolsover and we always think of you.Enjoy your retirement and before you leave tell your fellow forecasters to remember the farmers. Thanks Dave. John and Austin Kirkby.

C E Lawrence
said

TV News won't be the same without you that's for sure. In looking back, I recall a Fashion Show In Yorkdale at the Noshery where you were modeling a bikini of an animal print. Oh how you had us captivated. There was this Strawberry Blond hunk of a man in a bikini, that was away back and we three girls decided we weren't leaving without taking you with us. This had to be in the late 60's.
Come to think of it, your looking just as good now as you did then. Enjoy your retirement in good health. All the best, C E Lawrence

Candice Borrett
said

Dave, you went to the same vet, Dr. Davies at Lennox Animal Hospital, as I did in the late 1960s and early 1970s. I can't remember what kind of animal you brought in, but I do remember your easy friendliness in the waiting room.
Much health and happiness in the coming years

Gerri Goldberg
said

Dear Dave, It seems that I have been watching and relying on you for the weather forecast forever. When friends argue about the weather I say " But Dave said..." You will be missed but not forgotten--enjoy your retirement--hopefully under sunny skies.

Lori & Terry McGeown
said

Dear Dave, I just wanted to congratulate you on your retirement. We are so sorry to see you retire. I have watched you on TV all my life ( I am 48). I still remember a little story. My Grandma always watched you and Tom on CFTO at noon, I remember you on a commercial. You would begin with "Don't touch that dial." My Grandma asked me to change the channel, I told her that the man on TV told me not too. She would just shake her head and smile. I don't remember how old I was. Anyway, all the best to you. My husband and I continue to watch you every evening at 6.

Joanne Veenman
said

Dave, thank you for all the smiles and joy you have brought to listeners on your CTV journey.

Some one told me you used to broadcast in Peterborough, is that true.
Joanne

Diane
said

Hi Dave:
Mom and I were your neighbours on Burns Street for many years.The memories that we hold of your kindness and willingness to help will last a lifetime. Today as life goes on, you moved and then we did but watching you on TV each night brings back those mormories and more. Congratulations on your Retirement. Mom being Irish we couldn't let our ending go by without this special Irish Blessing, 'May the roof above us never fall in and may we Friends gathered below never fall out.
Once again, Contgratulations and all the best,
Ina (Mom) & Diane

Alan Johnson
said

Hi Dave

When I was a child over 20 years ago, my mom would always watch your weather forecasts faithfully. She loved watching your weather and totally had faith in your predictions. Every dinner we would sit down and watch the CTV news, and when it came to the weather forecast we had to listen quietly because "Dave Devall is on". You will always be in my childhood memories of dinner time TV. I am 29 years old, moved away from home, my mom is watching you from her house in Orangeville, and I am in Kingston, and we both still watch your weather. Wish you very well in your retirement.
Alan, Kingston, Ontario

paula
said

Our family dinners have always included the weather forecast with Dave. Dinners will not be the same. Enjoy your retirement. paula

Jamie Donaldson
said

Hi Dave
I grew up watching you but what a shock when you fell from the sky in our little town of Port Perry.
I was working with the fire department at the time and you were forced to land in a field with engine trouble in your plane. We will all miss you Dave and please feel free to DROP in again.
Yours
Jamie Donaldson

Deb Clerk
said

Dave:

I have watched you since I was a kid and CFTO first went on air.

You are the only weatherperson I trust!

Wishing you much happiness as you retire.

You will be missed.

Christopher George
said

My Dad (Bill George) alway thought you had class. When he was lucky enough to be involved with "Bolsover Billy" he considered it an honour.

Mary & Allan McGraw
said

Dave Best Wishes and Good Luck with your Retirement.
I will miss the unique endings to your nightly weather forecast I always enjoyed the shovels and umbrellas etc.
Congratulations on your remarkable 48 year career and also on the RTNDA award.
Best Wishes and Good Health Mary & Al

William
said

we have been watching you for two years.

Gayle & Peter Goodhew
said

Dave, All the best to you in your upcoming retirement. We will miss you giving the evening weather report everyday, but you have put in more than your share of time. All the Best to you and your family. Stay Happy & Healthy

Mary Murphy
said

In 1969 my family moved from Ghana to Canada and one of the first things that helped us integrate into our new culture was watching "World Beat News". I fondly remember the drumming beat that would signal the start of the news. The family would convene infront of our rabbit eared black and white televsion and watch intently to the days happenings. For me as a nine year old it was seeing Dave each night the drew me back to the tv. His gentle voice and cheerful attitude...and ofcourse his many "tricks" captivated me. Seeing him to this day reminds me of those days in the cold of that first winter, the smell of dinner cooking and the feeling of safety and warmth being with your family brought. Thanks dave for so many years..you will be missed.

zack haycock
said

I will miss you.I think you're cool Dave.

Bev Long
said

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Maggie Martin
said

Dear Dave,
Congratulations on the Lifetime Award. Well deserved!
I have admired you most of my life, and I keep hoping to see you at Twin Pines visiting Matt but alas, I have been here 5 years and haven't seen you yet, hopefully I will still get that opportunity. I live just down the street from Matt, at 55 Main St., (hint hint)
Wishing you all the best and I am sure going to miss you, and thanks for all that you have done and all that you will undoubtably do.

gordon mahaffy
said

Gord from Port Perry;Congrats Dave on you retirement, you will be missed. Since having a TV in our home you have been part of our family. I had the opportunity to meet you once several years ago when you had to make an emergency landing in a field just outside of our town. I was one of the fireman who responded to the call. enjoy the next phase of your life and thanks for the memories. Gord

corry cooper
said

Dear Dave, Congratulations on your retirement. You have been a familiar face in our family for many years. We moved to ontario in 1964 from chilliwack, British Columbia. My father was in the armed forces,and was stationed at Camp Borden. I was nine years old when we came to Ontario. My father had a very keen interest in weather, and kept his own humble forecast on the calender on the kitchen wall, for many years. If it was sunny, cold, rain, or snow and how much we got, it was noted on the calender. My brothers and i would ask dad what the weather was going to be like and he would would always refer to dave's forcasts, dad always watched the news and never missed a weather forcast with Dave. Sadly we lost our beloved dad last summer. If dad were still here, i know that he would wish you all the best in your retirement. Yours truly Corry Cooper

Gary & Joan Scott
said

My wife and I always watch your weather forecast and will periodically check the weather channel to see if they got it right. We chose to go with you all the time.
We wish you all the best in your retirement.

Gary & Joan Scott
Newmarket Ont ( an unanexed section of Bolsover)

Valieree Brecht
said

Hi Dave: I have watched you for the past 35 years and always look forward to your forecasts. I come from the little town of Coboconk so I am aware of Bolton. I once attended a yard sale when you lived in Whitby. You were sitting outside and just being you. I was too nervous to say hello. I wish I had now. Anyway, I am not sure what CFTO will do without your strong leadership - believe me they all need it.-- I certainly will miss you. All the best in your retirement.

Bob - Beaverton
said

Dave
Do you remember the time, a few years ago, when a viewer sent in message to you about shoveling 6 inches of sunny and a few showers off his driveway.
You had the guts to tell everyone about this.
All the best in your retirement. I know that you will really enjoy it. I have watched you since day one.

kumar
said

Hi Dave,
If you have to put all these years into 20 words summary, how will you describe.
Wishing you Happy
retirement, All the Best, Take Care & God
Bless You.

Ron Tully
said

Dave Sorry to see you go. I remember your cfto word games Clear Frosty Temperature rising to 0. Oh yes while you pedaled home during Hurricane Hazel my Mom had My Father just blocks away out breaking his fear of storms. I still live here on Runnymede Rd .

Robert M. Nesbitt
said

thanks Dave. i have been watching you since Peterborough, tell me, is it true you played the character Two Gun Hugo Tapp on CHEX?

Ann King
said

Dear Dave
I am sad to see you retire but I wish you all the best in your retirement. Do you remember Definitions? I was on that show and you "babysat" my 3 sons while I was on by talking to them about their hockey teams(Cedarbrae). My sons are now 44, 42 and 40. My how time flies. I never did get a chance to thank you Dave so thanks and all the best to you.

Lucy
said

Dave is one of kind, he will always be remembered. Thanks for the smiles you have given over the years. God Bless and Good Luck for the future.

Jim Ward
said

Dave All the very best.I came over from England in 1967,and I have watched you almost daily,ever since.You will be missed,but you deserve a long and happy retirement.All the VERY best

Susanne Dastou
said

HI
I KNOW I WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH YOU ARE A WONDERFUL GUY WE HOPE YOU COME TO SEE US. WHEN IS YOUR LAST DAY. CAN YOU EMAIL ME BACK.
NOW HOW CANI GET YOUR BOOK PLS LET ME KNOW ALSO THANKS
FROM SUSANNE

Fran and Ross Seymour
said

Hi Dave: You are going to enjoy retirement it's a great time, but you will be missed and the CTV family will seem empty without your smile. No matter what the weather it was always given in a positive and fun way. Thanks for all the years at CFTO from the time when UFO's were seen circling the tower to today when it is located in the midst of a large and vibrant area.
Ross and Frances Seymour, Bobcaygeon, Ontario.

Maureen Cater
said

Dear Dave:
As a senior who has watched your weather broadcasts from the start, I feel I know you personally.
Returning from a holiday in the sunny south, I turned on my favourite TV station, CTV and heard of your upcoming retirement. I was saddened, but happy for you.
Myself, along with all your loyal fans will miss you and your great sense of humour. You deserve a long happy healthy retirement. Enjoy!!
All the best Dave.
Sincerely
Maureen Cater
Markham

Jennifer Walsh
said

Hi Dave,
Hope you have a long and healthy retirement!! Now, everyone is giving you credit for the chalk on the glass backwards but wasn't it a trademark of Percy Saltzman years ago??? Come clean!! You have your own charming way of delivering the weather. Now you can tell how OLD I am!
All the best.
We love the weather commercials lately.
jennifer

margaret bailey
said

dave: have been watching you for years. will miss you terribly. saw you at home show one year, & you are as handsome in person as you are on tv. ctv won't be the same without you.

Cindy Ptashnik
said

Hey Dave;

Been watching you for many of my years!!! I know you went to school with my Mom and Aunts. The Nash girls and all there families all watch you with all your magic! MY mom Aurey my Aunts June,Frances and Jackie all remember you from school and have enjoyed your nightly weather forcasts some days more then other days!!
Good luck in your retirement !!

Cindy

Diane Sleeman
said

Dave, I met you at the old McDonalds restaurant on Renforth Drive in Etobicoke, one Sunday afternoon when you had just finished hockey at Centennial park Arena. You were young then and still are. You will be missed
All the best in your years to come

Betty & Don Andrews
said

Hi Dave:
We have watched you faithfully for over 30 years.Even when we come to Florida for the winter, we watch you on our laptop. we wish you all the best and hope you enjoy you retirement. Betty & Don Andrews

Marie
said

Dear Dave,
I have watched you on TV for almost 30 years.
You are the reason I tune in at 6 pm every night. Family, friends, and colleagues always ask me about the weather. I've called myself 'the next Dave Devall'.
I will miss you greatly!
Thank you for keeping me informed.
Enjoy the next chapter.
With love, Marie

Pat Gallagher
said

Hi Dave

I just want to say thanks for keeping me informed and amused about the weather in Toronto. I've been through the best and the worst of it with you for the last 41 yrs. LOL!!

Sláinte!!

Pat Gallagher

Avery Thurman
said

Dear Dave,

I grew up with you doing the weather. CTV news is my favourite news channel and I just love it when you do the weather and your drawings are funny and entertaining. You are one of the few people in life that has found a job doing what you love. I will miss you but I wish you all the best in your retirement. You are leaving when the weather will be nicer. lol. Best wishes.

Bill
said

Hi Dave,Since I was in the Canadian Armed Forces,and Then Metro Toronto Police Force,and also driving snow plows for MTO,your weather reports where right on the money.I wish to say to you have a great retirerment,and you will be missed.Thankyou for all the good work that you have done for Toronto and all Canadians.Good luck to you and your family,and have fun.

Helen Leung
said

Ever since I came to Toronto 31 yrs ago as a foreign student residing with my uncles' to now as a mother of two grown children, Dave and CTV news have always been our only news station. We are going to miss you and your kilt!! All the best!!!

Sherri -Lynn Collins
said

Dear Dave: I am a 51 year old woman from Pickering. Many years ago I was shopping with my mother and father in the Woolco in Agincourt Mall and we spotted you shopping for a belt. Although you were obviously in a rush you were very gracious and friendly. I was very young and I thought you some big movie star lol Well you were to me ... as we watched the CFTO newcasts daily. I just want to wish you all the best in your retirement and thank you for many years of enjoyable weather forecasts!

Kris Clark
said

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I used to write letters backwards to my friends in highschool in notes. Been a while, and may not be very neat, but I managed rather well, what do you think? LOL

Jane Reid
said

In 1965, when I was a bride of just a few months, my husband was an exhibitor at a trade show (camping/trailers, etc.). I roamed around the show and noticed a billboard announcing a fashion show in the auditorium.

You cannot imagine my surprise and delight to see the oh-so-handsome Dave Devall escorting the models down the runway and across the stage, all the while singing and kinda/sorta dancing. I've never forgotten that...the fact that Dave could sing and that he was even better looking "in the flesh" than on television.

Dave, I had just turned 22 years-old and now I'm collecting my pension. I somehow got old and you?...Well, you still look mahhhvellous Dahling!

I have many, many times thought of that Trade Show and you singing and hoofing. Thanks for the memories and for the years of delightful weather reports, even though many of the reports had weather that was not so delightful.

Best wishes, Dave.

Sincerely,
Jane Reid

(This is difficult...I cannot see what I'm writing on this wee screen, I hope it makes sense.)

susan smith
said

congradulations on your retirement u will be missed by all of the ctv viewers!

rick
said

even though I moved to barrie in 93 I still have to watch your weather before anyother one
gonna miss yu

Hazel Moore
said

Dave: I still remember you cautiously peaking in the door to see if all was clear to enter after a particularly bad forecast but still smiling through all the banter from the staff. Hazel Moore, Canadian Bank of Commerce, Glenwatford drive Agincourt.
PS I still think your cute!

Sandra More
said

Dave has been my weatherperson my whole life.I am 48. I live in Mexico for 7 months of the year and watch him by satelite! I can't imagine not having him in my livingroom weekly.
Congratulations Dave on a wonderful career!
You will be missed!

Paul A. Armstrong
said

Congratulations Dave.
I have had the privilege of knowing, flying,controlling, and partying with you over your's and my careers. My family and I have enjoyed watching you in our living rooms as you gave the WX. on CFTO from the start. God bless and keep you Dave in your retirement.....we will surely miss you.
Paul.

Karen & Ron Thompson
said

Dave:My parents watched your reports for years and so do I with my family. The weather will never be the same without you. My husband & I wave & say hi from our boat when we pass what we think might be your home in Bolsover. We wish you a very rewarding retirement. You are very special.

CHELVI SIVA, SHINTHU, SAHANA, SHALAVI
said

Hi Dave,

Me and my family have always enjoyed your shows and i will always miss watching them.I've always enjoyed looking at your wonderful creations. Congradulations and i hope to see you again in the future.

Charles &Shirley Williams
said

Dave my husband and I came to Canada in May 1961 and from that time on we always watched CTV and especially when Dave the Weatherman came on, your sense of humour we enjoyed and especially we were totally amazed that you can write backwards. Dave we truly will miss you as there is no other weatherman personality on TV like you. We wish you sunny skies and a very happy and healthy retirment. We will really miss you as you were part of the CTV family. Enjoy

Judy Stone
said

Oh Dave, I will miss you!! I may actually have been one of your youngest fans :-) Many, many years ago, when I was 6 years old, (in 1961) and living in Niagara Falls, Ontario, my family watched your weather reports. I was so taken with the fact that you drew your pictures, that I used to pull a kitchen chair over to the window, piece of chalk in hand, and drew little sun faces and umbrellas all over the kitchen window. I remember my Mom coming into the kitchen and asking me what on earth I was doing...and I told her I wanted to be the weather girl and work with Dave Devall! After that, we kept a blackboard eraser on the windowsill, and our kitchen window never did look quite as clean as it should!! Congratulations on a wonderful career, and enjoy your well deserved retirement!

Werner
said

Dave, we met long time ago, when you brought your VW to Manfred in his Garage on Kingston Rd. We are following your weather prognosis since then.
Happy retirement.
Wally and Werner

kevin and mabel sheppard
said

Dave has been an important part of our day for many years while home in Lark Harbour or Bonne Bay Pond or on vacation in Ont. (near bolsover).
We will miss you, Dave. Good health and happiness to you for your retirement.

Shelley Privitera
said

Hi Dave,

Congratulations retiring with such a long and great career. I am 34 years old and you have been my #1 Weatherman for as long as I can remember. You have been all I remember from CFTO News. I remember being a kid wondering how you were able to draw like that on the glass, for the longest time I was convinced you were using your thumb! Other than that my other favourite memory was on Christmas Eve you showing us where Santa Claus was on his travels, it was a great way for my parents to get us to bed early. Again congrats, and CTV won't be the same without you.

Take Care and God Bless

Shelley

Shirley Climo-Jackson
said

Hi Dave: We have watched you for many years and enjoyed your show.We wish you healthy,happy retirement, and please
come back occasionaly. Sincerely,
Shirley Climo-Jackson
William Jackson-Port Hope

Terry Wood ( daughter in-law)
said

Good Morning Dave;

I am sending you this message from my mother in law Pamela Brown who has enjoyed your forecast for a very long time. Pam would like to wish you a Happy Retirement Thank you for all the
Great years of Broadcasting!! She will miss seeing you at 6:00 pm every night.

Terry Wood
Pamela Brown
Brantford

jorge carreiro
said

congrulation Dave on your new life ahead of you,everytime time i watch ctv news me and my family alleways remenber's the poem about "SRUFFY"and the beautiful storie on the animal news,we have two dogs KIRA&LUCKY a pit bull and cokerspaniard DAVE good luck on your new life.The CARREIRO family.

Marion
said

I am 28 years old, my parents and I have been watching CTV news for at least that long. Dave you have been a part of my life since I can remember, I will sincerely miss watching a CTV news that includes you, best of luck in all you do and thanks for taking all the weather blame for so many years!

Lynne Harris
said

Hi Dave: Just thought I would let you know that my parents were married 72 years. Mother and Dad would always watch the 6 o'clock news. During the last few years in their own home, my mother would always put on her makeup just prior to the news coming on. One night my Dad said, why do you always put your lipstick on before you sit down, to which my mother replied "I have to look beautiful for Dave". Such appeal you have.

Stu Lamers
said

Congradulations Dave.
I have been watching you on TV since you first started at CHEX in Peterborough. Remember those winter nights trying to drive up the hill to the station ( CHEX ) to report the snow conditions . I also watched you practice your golf putting at the indoor golf school third floor on George Street I think Sandy the scotsman taught you how to putt.Have you improved?
Well you turned out to be the best in the country as a weatherman and in my estimation the tops in the world.
Your News Team are the tops as well.
Happy retirement Dave
All the best.
Stu Lamers

Steve Tanner
said

Dave congratulations.
I'm 58 years old and I have been watching you do the weather for about 40 years. You are a Canadian icon. All of Canada will miss your reports. All the best to you and your family, I will miss you.
Steve Tanner

Wendy Taylor
said

Dave,

I am a 51 year old woman who grew up watching you do the weather. My greatest delight was when you would draw snowflakes on your board because then I knew it was getting closer to Christmas. Best wishes for your retirement. I feel like a part of my childhood is going with you.

Regards,
Wendy Taylor

Irene Boyd
said

When I came to Canada from Scotland in 1971, Dave you were there. I thought you looked like a nice person, so I watched your weather reports. Over the years you have become like family, especially the way you interact with Ken, Christine and Lance. Poor Lance, he won't be able to keep us up on what's happening in Bolsover!
You will certainly be missed, Dave. All best wishes for the future. And I'll look forward to your visits when you come back home!!!

Senga & Willie Milne
said

Wishing you a wonderful, well deserved retirement. Enjoy!

Rita Tate
said

Dear Dave, you'll be missed by many; for me, your personality, your voice and elegant presentations were the best part of CTV.
Warmest wishes for the next 50 years!

Mrs. Sylvia Wagg
said

Hi Dave!

I live in Oshawa with my husband and knew that one day you would retire and I wouldn't see your smiling face everyday. I grew up watching you daily since I was 5 years old. It has been a long time. You are such a great fixture to the weather on ctv that I couldn't imagine you stopping.
But you deserve a wonderful retired life. So all the Best and Thank you.

Karen S.
said

Dave, I have watched you on CTV for years. You are my favourite weather man! Best wishes for your retirement. We will miss you.

maurice ( moe scott)
said

hi dave was it you who after he returned on his ark noah yelled scattered showers my butt ha ha ps i have been watching you since 1967 enjoy your retirement moe scott

lucille
said

Dear Mr.Devall,
I will truly miss your weather forecast...I wish you all the best .God bless you.xoxo

John Anga
said

Hi Dave
I have a good job waiting for you.Etobicoke North is looking for a good candidate for the next upcoming municipal and provincial election.

How are you Dave? I can't say I haven't seen you in a while because I see you every night. What's going to happen now? I'll never see you.
Keep in touch,your friend.
John

Mikale
said

Dave my name is Mikale I am 7 years old. I like waching you on tv. I like when u write backwards.

Mrs Hildegard Cardozo
said

Dave -- we will miss you very much.
4o years ago , we came to Canada as a newly married couple and over the years YOU, giving us your uplifting Weather Report, became a part of our family -life..... you were there almost every evening !!
We wish you all the Best for your Retirement .
God Bless you.
The Cardozos in Toronto

Madeleine Brown & Dennis Brown.
said

Dave,
We are going to miss you. Many thanks for all the years you have clearly presented the weather (good or bad) and made it a must-watch part of the news broadcast. Good luck for your retirement. If your wings take you to CNC3, drop in and say hello to everyone there. Keep the blue side up!. Best wishes, Dennis & Madeleine Brown.

Ivan and Elaine Hope
said

Congratulations Dave

We have enjoyed watching you give the weather forecast for the past 50+ years starting when you were on CHEX in Peterborough. May you have a long and wonderful retirement and may God Bless!

Ivan and Elaine Hope, Centreton, ON

Kevin East
said

Hi Dave

My Mom and I have been
waiching CTV news for many years.
and We still do
Me and My Mom
would like to Wish You all the best for your retirement

I have one thing to ask on March 20th is the first Day of Spring how do You know
what time a Season comes in?
can You let Me know
Your Number One Veiwers Kevin East and Sylvia

Michelle
said

hi dave. i miss you. please come to my house and draw an umbrella on my window.

your number 1 fan,
michelle li

David J. Nicholson
said

Dave

I have been watching this program for as long as I can remember, I am 40 and have spent most of my life watching the best Weather guy on TV doing what he does best.

There is no way that CTV will find another Weather man that can fill your shoes(althought all the new people are trying to do their best. So I tink you have to start a Dave's teaching school) I for one and my family are going to miss you, your umbrella's, suns and clouds and whatever you can come up with.

I hope you enjoy your retirement, and I hope you can get below the 70's when your golfing all day.

Have fun Dave there is a whole lot of people that will miss you.

kathy joyce --owen sound
said

I will miss you dave.i always loved the pictures you added at the end of your forecast..it would sometimes brighten my day if it was going bad.. good luck :)

ADWOA
said

MY 2ND DAY IN CANADA, I WAS BORED, I HAD A REMOTE, I STARTED FLIPING CHANNELS AND I HAPPENED TO SEE YOU DRAWING ON THE SCREEN,IT WAS VERY FASCINTING. 12 YEARS LATER CTV/CFTO HAS BEEN MY CAHNNEL OF CHOICE FOR NEWS, SAD TO SEE YOU LEAVE, BUT, AS NELLY SAYS ALL GOOD THINGS MUST COME TO AN END, WE WISH YOU WELL, I MEAN, MY FAMILY AND MYSELF.ENJOY YOUR RETIREMENT. I BELIEVE WHO EVER FILLS YOUR SHOES WILL BE VERY PROUD, YOU DID WELL.
BRAVO, MR DEVALL
RESPECTS.
ADWOA

Ron Kowalski
said

Hi Dave
I am 54 and grew up watching you all my life.
I grew up on a farm near Alliston,have 9 siblings and my father based most of his decisions on Dave Devall and your weather report.
At dinner in the kitchen, the TV would be on and when the weather came on, we knew to be silent and not be told twice. Everything would stop so Dad could listen to your weather report. I can say sometimes he smiled most of the time he would swear a little or alot depending on what your report would be.
Seeding, haying, putting the cattle out to pasture, grain harvest, potato harvest all got done on what you said.
Dad and Mom have long since sold the farm and both have passed away.
When I was watching the news and Ken made the announcement about your retirment, it brought back a flood of memories. My wife and I watch CTV news every nite and watching you is always fun.
We wish you well, you will be missed and thank-you for the memories that I will always cherish
Ron Kowalski

Andrea Needham,
said

Hello Dave,

Well, I became enamered with your backwards writing since the day I started watching television. I remember the day you announced your retirement, my phone started ringing....my friends asking if I was going to make it! They always understood that they I would not answer the phone until after you finished your piece. And so many said: 'you know so many weather facts because of Dave' i.e Albert Clipper - one of my favorite phrases to throw in whenever I can. A bitter wind/chill - 'perhaps it's an Alberta Clipper' I would say!

All the best Dave, and thank you for being a part of my life for the past 35 years. You will be missed!

Andrea Needham
P.S. I am looking forward to you cameos!

Sue Latchford for Bill Read
said

I send this email at my father's request, he has a computer but has yet to master the art of email, enyway here it is.

I met you in early 1965 at CFTO when my son Brian appeared on the Uncle Bobby Show to promote Scarborough Fire Fighters upcoming Drum Corps Show at Cedarbrae CI. I found you an easy to talk to nice guy who's weather report was always entertaining and sometimes you got the weather right (just kidding)

I have not had the pleasure of meeting Key Shaw in person but I would love to. Ken used to phone me nearly every night for news when I worked the switchboard for Scarborough Fire Department. I never gave him any news so in deperation he finally said "Tell me a joke Mr. Read". I didn't tell him that either.

Anyway, best of luck on your retirment, thought I think you'll never really retire. I haven't worked or lived in the GTA for 20 years because I am retired but I still watch CTV news and weather every night.

All the best.

Bill Read
Little Britain ON

Irene Griffith
said

I've been watching you since you were a resident of Oak Ridges. Yes that's dating me. They may put a person in your place but they can never replace you. All the best.

Eleanor Wray
said

A good many years ago Yorkdale Mall had a basement and they held Fashion Shows & you could buy tickets to raise money for your church or charity I remember Dave being in one of the fashion shows and he charmed the ladies by flipping his jacket as he went down the runway. He was very popular

Sandi Wilkins
said

Dave Dave Dave;

How could you do this to me??
My girlfriend has well prepared me for your exit and has bought me "The Complete Idiot's Guide To Weather " and I am sure that , along with your successor, I will manage to get through all weather situations.
Have a nice life ..just be aware what you are doing to all of us up here in Barrie.
GOOD LUCK. Sandi

Doranne Fabris - Busche
said

Hello Dave:

Something to read in your future spare time??
Like so many others - I grew up with Dave Devall - the day wasn't complete until I caught the weather with Dave. It's just the way it was. I am so glad you are retiring while riding high. Like you, I too am a licensed pilot although I am not current so I understand the love of aviation. I wish you and your family only the best in your future years. You must know an icon is moving on and things will be different w/o you - it's just the way it is.

Much Love and Best Regards,

Doranne

Marilyn
said

Thanks for many years of your devoted career Dave. You will be dearly missed. Best of luck on your future endeavours. May your retirement be filled with happiness and family and friends. Will miss your weather drawings, always made a smile appear on my face.
Good Luck

Louise Campbell
said

Congratulations Dave and a lot of sunshine in your retirement. I will miss you though, the weather will never be the same without you. As a matter of fact most weather people annoy me, you never did. You're the best.

Don Hum
said

Congrats Dave!!!
My parents came to Canada in 1981 and have been watching you ever since, even though they don't speak english. They've always felt a connection between their new home Canada and watching Dave every night. My parents will miss you and would like to wish you a wonderful retirement!
Best Wishes,
The Hum family

Vitina Lo Bianco
said

Hi Dave,

The weather report will not be the same without you Dave. You are truly legendary weather specialist. You will be greatly missed.

Joyce Lintner
said

Congratulations on your upcoming retirement. I hope you enjoy it as much as I am enjoying mine.

Linda and Jean March
said

Although not celebrities Dave, my Mom and I would like to wish you a great retirement. All the best and we will miss seeing your broadcast each night. Many thanks for all your dedicated years of service to the public.

Roy Gresham
said

Dave,you have been a pleasure to listen to over the years. Good luck in your retirement and sit back and enjoy yourself.

Best Regards

Melanie R
said

Hi Dave!
It's a shame to hear you will be leaving my family's living room after so many years.
I have been watching you for the past 26 years and somehow, it feels like you are apart of our family.
The 6 o'clock news cast will never be the same without you.
All the best!

Gail Bertram
said

Hi Dear Dave:

I have watched you for years doing the weather and I want to wish you all the best for the coming years.

Regards,

Gail

Leana McGuire
said

Hey Dave. I grew up in Collingwood Ontario and was recruited to the US for work about 12 years ago. Just wanted you to know that you were not just a friendly face growing up, but a nice welcome home everytime I've come back to visit. Will miss you, and thanks!

Raymond Wedley
said

Dave going to miss you like your weather going to missyou

Brian Baker
said

Dave,
From my days as teen in Whitby, to now as a journalist in Toronto, I have watched you draw your umbrellas for half my life. Weathercasters the world over should take tips from you. Your presence will be sorely missed.

Wayne & Terri Briggs
said

Dave:
When the local cable company decided that the CTV affiliate in Kitchener was sufficient for their subscribers, we immediately moved from cable to satellite in order to continue receiving the weather with Dave. We grew up with Dave and refused to make the change.
All the very best in the next chapter of your life.

Ram Iyer
said

Dave,
Life is not going to be the same without your cheerful face on TV. I came to this country 12 years ago, and I have been listening to your weather reports since.
I think you deserve all the awards that you have received, I think like Ted Kennedy you should be knighted. " Rise Sir David Devall KCE.

Ram Iyer
Mississauga

Patricia Daniels
said

Dave,
You have been the friendly warm voice at the dinning table day after day as we have listened to the evening news.We will surely miss your drawings and the accurate weather forecast.
Good Luck and enjoy your
retirement years.

Barbara Zgola
said

DAVE!!!

i have watched you all my life...literally! When i was a little girl i was never very interested in the weather, or news for that matter. But i always waited around to watch you draw that famous umbrella. My little sister and i would try and draw our own umbrella by fogging up windows all over the house and writing "cool" and drawing the famous umbrella. I must say... i did get quite good at it. Now living on my own and attending college, i always find a way to watch you and see what you have to say about the weather. You are the one and only i ever i counted on when i wanted a snow day! Dave; you deserve the best! go out there and live a little!

Paul
said

Hi Dave I'am a very dedicated viewer of yours for the last 45 years I started watching you do the weather I feel very bad that you are retiring but I'am happy for you all the best dueing your retirement in the coming years I wish you good health and God bless you and your family... Thanks for the all the weather reports

Dorothy
said

Dear Dave
Congratulations on your retirement. I've watched you all of my life and you are like a member of the family coming into the living room every evening delivering the forecast with a smile or a joke. It's nice to know that every now and again you will stop in and deliver one of your upbeat forecasts.
I wish you a very long, happy, and healthy retirement kind Sir! All the best you Dave!

brandon rutherford
said

my name is brandon and i am 6 years old. i watch ctv news with ken shaw and christeen bently with my mom after dinner. i like how you draw the umbrula and i will miss you dave devall when you are retiring.

Avril Alexander
said

congratulations on your retirement Dave. may you be blessed with many previous memorable moments with your family, & Good health through out your live, may God Bless you & your Family.I do enjoy watching the CTV news. May God bless all of them too. (CTV Staff)

Kevin
said

Dave i watched you draw your pictures ever snice i can remember gonna miss you and the famous umbrellla.

Elizabeth Paton
said

Dear Dave,you deserve all the health & happiness in your retirement,after giving the people all over Canada the weather forecast with your own special talent, have watched you since coming to Canada from Scotland 30 years ago,have always watched ctv news, there is no better news channel.good luck & God Bless you.

jose posada
said

Hi Dave
Since November 1972 .I been working in constraccion,fron that day,up to now I allways watch .CTV DAVE DEVALL WEATHER.

Gianfranco C
said

Dave you are amasing!
Me and my family watch you every single night at dinner.
My favorite part is when you draw on the glass

Rina
said

Oh, Dave,

I will really miss you !

I am crying now !

Jo Baumann
said

Dave:
I arrived in Toronto from Australia, February 1965. You have been reporting the constant changeable weather conditions since then. I can't imagine how I am going to cope after you retire.
Congratulations on a remarkable career and best wishes.
Jo

Joan Howard
said

Hi Dave,
Do you remember when working with Johnny Esaw at CFTO in the 60's and a young 22 year old woman stock car racer (Joan Howard)came on the evening show to promote racing at Pinecrest Speedway? That was me and I remember you sitting in a lounge chair beside the set and making faces at me so I would not be nervous when on the air with Johnny. Thanks for the help. You always had such a pleasant, charming manner and all my family will miss you. I just retired myself so I hope you enjoy yours as well. Best Wishes from all of us.

Avery Brooks
said

I met Dave in Scarboro
in 1962,I worked on his 1961 Chev, at the ESSO station.
Good Luck Dave on
retirement.

Avery Brooks

Dawn-marie Hawthorne
said

Hi Dave,
How are you, as good as good can get I hope.
Dave I pray that God will continue to BLESS you off the air as much as He did while you were on the air.
Now Dave WHY? You're still young, funny, handsome (an eye catcher) and still very very much sexxxxy before the camera. So I ask the question again Dave WHY? I've enjoyed listening to you reporting to your viewers the weather for over 20 years, and never got tired or bored of hearing your voice once in those years. I've never heard or see another weatherman do the things that you do.You're UNIQUE and an ORIGINAL with your own stylish ways, that I just love. The holding of the umbrella, looking through your cool glasses and the best of them all THE WRITING BACKWARD WITH BOTH HANDS!!!! Coming to Canada in the 70's from my Native country of Jamaica it was truly a weather shock for me, but when I started listening to you on the evening news it really made the transition much much easier for me. So Dave again WHY? God bless you Dave on your retirement.
You're OK in my book.

Love Dawn-marie Hawthorne

graham
said

Dave, we came to Canada in 1975 to find a wierd bloke writing backwards on a piece of glass, giving knowledgeable weather predictions; we have been hooked ever since. We even forgave you when it was wrong ! Thanks for being there Dave, best wishes for your retirement. P S : Are you sure you won't be back the odd time ? Just for old time's sake; it would be nice.

Alice coady
said

Hi Dave: I have watched ctv since it went on the air and you since 1961, and depending on you to tell me what I would be doing with my kids on any given day. Ski or picnic depending on the season, I still look forward to this info, but now it if I'll go out or stay home. Retirement does have it's benifits.

Bob Wilson
said

Dave, you have made a major impact on our Canadian culture. Your friendly, professional attitude has enabled generations to learn from your consistent positive attitude and compassion for others. Many have enjoyed your interesting weather reports in a very unique ways. Your personality ranks with Pierre Berton and many other iconic Canadians; you positively touched the the lives of millions. I feel most fortunate to have enjoyed your broad range of work. You should take great pride in your many wonderful accomplishments. Thank-you Dave for just being you! You're simply one of the best.

Val from Lakefield
said

Hi Dave
You have been part of our family for all of our Toronto years and the 20 we have been in Lakefield. The dinner hour will never be the same. Luckily for us, we will still be able to hear how your doing, as we are friends with your sister. You have also helped our local animal shelter by coming to our golf tournaments for the last few years. My mother treasures the picture I took of the two of you. You have always been her favourite. Meeting you in person was a thrill for her.
Have a wonderful retirement and happy golfing.

Keith O'Brien WO (ret'd_
said

Dave, I just wanted to add my two cents worth to wish you all the best. Ever since moving to Brampton back in 1983 from Vancouver, my wife and I have watched the weather with you.

You always added a touch of realism to the weather, erring on the side of caution, yet never overstating the situation. We always felt that we could rely on your weather forcast.

I guess personally, I have also enjoyed wathcing you. As a former WO in The Black Watch, I felt we had a little in common. Both members of the armed forces and both wear a kilt. My connection with the Air Force was when they would fly us places. Otherwise, I liked to keep my feet on the ground. That is why I joined the Army instead of Navy or AF. That and the fact that I ended up being the 3rd generation to serve in The Black Watch.

Dave, all the best in your retirment. It well deserved for a job well done.

Best wishes Col.

Alvin Crocker
said

Dave just dropping you a line to say thankyou.
Growing up in the 60's in Scarborough, my family watched you religiously.
When you had the hockey team the Bassett Hounds in 1978 we put together a hockey charity game against Wexford Jr Team and I must say was a great success.
We had dinner together and listening to some of your stories was special
which I will never forget.
It is sad to see you go
Dave and I just want to say you were part of my family.
From our family to yours god bless you Dave and happy retirement.
It just won't be the same without you.

Bill & Ethel Stimson
said

Dave, all the best in your retirement years ahead! A new chapter for you and you will be missed on the weather casts of CTV.
Many thanks for all your updates in the past. Bill & Ethel

kim terry and dave cleveland
said

mar 6 /09

dear dave
hi l meet you in cobourg ontario a long time ago the ctv will not be the same without you we hope you have a real good retirement,,,thank you for what you have done for the ctv news from kim terry&dave cleveland

Wilma McGregor
said

Dear Dave, My Husband and I have watched you ever since you came from Peterborough. We even met you one summer day at a trailer park in Port Perry and your just as nice in person as on the air and you will be very much missed.

Wilma McGregor
Oshawa

Laura
said

Congratulations Dave! I've watched you and listened since you started with Jim Cory. You're the best!

Audrey O'Hearn

Desiree Joseph
said

Oh my goodness, I'm in trouble!!

Who's going to write backwards for me?? With both hands at the same time??

I'm so sorry that you had to retire. I am going to miss that 'manly voice' of yours.
Lord Have Mercy.

Nevertheless, I'll miss you dearly.
All the very best to you and your family. May God Bless you and your family always.

Desiree

Gerry & Luise Lens
said

Thank you Dave for your many delightful weather reports which we enjoyed viewing on "YOUR" TV having breakfast or dinner at "YOUR" table (which are both still in good working order!) It's been a pleasure meeting you and we wish you much health and happiness in your retirement.
Gerry & Luise L.

Sandy Busby
said

I was born on Toronto in 1962 and have been watching you daily since I can remember. You Dave have been a part of our family as much as the CTV/CFTO families. Best wishes and happy retirement.
Sandy Busby

Brian Marshall
said

Dave, I've watched you all my life and been entertained each time. All the best in your well deserved retirement! (but we'll miss you here)

Joe LaFortune
said

Dave, at 46 years of age, I have been watching you deliver the weather forecasts since my father 'forced' us to watch CFTO News way back in the late 60's. Fortunately, the habit stuck and CTV news at 6 has been an evening ritual ever since. I can't imagine it without you. You've always had a light-hearted, humourous approach that was both friendly and comfortable and even though someone of talent may replace you, they won't be you and that is something I'll miss. Have a great retirement. Go somewhere where the weather is constantly sunny and mild. :)

Rick Stella
said

I met Dave in the early 60,s at my Uncles paint and wallaper store. Islington Paint. Dave lived in Etobicoke then and came in for supplies. He was a gentleman then and still is now.I retired 6 years ago from the Toronto Fire Services. It,s great and you will always be busy. Enjoy

Tom Seedhouse
said

Sorry to see you go Dave. Now on amore important issue, can you get me a date with Christine before you leave? (hehe)

Lois MacRae
said

Dave:
I have enjoyed your weather reports for many years. My family has had a cottage for over 50 years on Canal Lake near the big city of Bolsover. I hope you enjoy your retirement just like I am enjoying mine.
See you up north.
Lois MacRae

Barbara Habib
said

Congratulations Dave.Have watched you give the weather for all those years. You are great, but I remember you modelling at Fairview theatre in a fashion show. Boy were you gorgeous. All the best Dave.

Richard D. Mullock
said

Hi Dave! As a professional weatherman (meterologist), you might find this link of interest. But be careful, what this link will reveal may contradict everything you know about what influences the world's weather. Paste this link in your browser and be prepared for some mind-blowing data. http://www.jmccanneyscience.com/thought%20of%20the%20day.HTM All the best. Richard.

Renata Maria Livaja
said

Dave, you are a Legend in Toronto's weather forecast and will be missed by me and soooo many other people who grew up watching your magical weather art! Congradulations Dave, your the Best there will ever be!!!

Marcia Bathurst
said

Dear Dave,

As most people have known you as the coolest weather man ever, I remember having the pleasure of working on the same set with you in the 80’s when you were the voice on “Definition”. I was 18 years young; a shy and casual new employee of Glen Warren Productions. You once asked me to pick a name out of a hat for a draw during the break and for some reason, I always remember that.
You have a spirit of utmost kindness that enlightens the outlook of everyone around you.
Wishing you a Most Wonderful and Happy Retirement that you so deserve!!

Sincerely,
Marcia

Marlene
said

Hi Dave,

My name is Marlene, I live in Belleville, Ontario. I watch your weather every noon hour and every night at 6:00. We'll miss you Dave as far away as Belleville. Also, I enjoy writing backwards. Take care.

Marlene

Joanne and Glne
said

we have watched to news a 6 pm for a number of years and will miss Dave and his gentlemanly ways...

Julian
said

Dear Dave.

Me and my family have been watching you for the last eight years, and all we want to say is that you made me feel wellcome to Toronto. You did alot of things for our ciy and our province so I want to thank you and see you around. Also all I could say is that I hope you go out with A (major storm) and a blast. And have a nice retirement.

Sincerley yours
Julian 15

sara .c.
said

we will miss u dave best weather man and we will miss the pictures u draw your a very cool weather man dave devall your the best !!!!!!:):):):):)

Sasha
said

Hi Dave!! I'm the rare teenager that watches the news and ever since I can remeber Dave has been telling me when we can go out, make a snow man or get ready to go swimming. And Dave always tells me when to bring my unbrella. In my house Dave will be missed.

Ben Smith
said

Dave, I have watched and enjoyed your weather reports since I was a child.
You will be greatly missed.
All the best and I hope you have a very enjoyable retirement.

Margaret Cantwell
said

Hi Dave,
I improvised on a song for you:
Those newsroom days of snowshovels and snowstorms are gone,
But, in my mind I know they will still live on and on;
And how do you thank someone who has taken you from morning
Through weather conditions all day long;
If you wanted the moon I would fly above the clouds,
But I, I, I, would rather have a heart to heart with Daave,
DE VALL!
The time has come for closing umbrellas
And long last L O OKS must end,
But, as you leave,
Know you are leaving your best friends,
A friend who has taken me from chalk to prescreen.
What can I give you on return?
If you wanted a star,
I could name all of the stars,
Cause I, I, I, would rather have a 1 degree rainy start,
From Sir Daave De vall,
Wiith LO OVE
Margaret

Mike Healy
said

Dave:

You have been a constant companion over the years providing your viewers with entertaining and (mostly) acurate weathing information. Your sense of humour and dedication to your profession will be missed greatly.

Congratulations on your upcoming retirement and keep yourself active. Maybe you will do some guest spots every once in a while so we youre loyal viewes can see how you are.

jonah reid
said

hi dave its jonah from oshawa i am a fan of ctv me and my family watch the news every night at 6 i sometimes watch the news at 6. and i wanted to send you this message happy retirement dave from our family in oshawa

Earlene O'Brien
said

Wow, are we going to miss you, Dave! I just happened to watch Fri. night news and caught Ron James doing a rendition of himself! What a laugh. May your retirement bring you as much pleasure and joy as my retirement has done for me. Cheers.

Sandra Stacey
said

Thanks Dave for bringing us your weather reports for so many years. All the best in your retirement. Oh yes can you make arrangements for Ron James to take over your job. He would bring a whole new perspective on the weather..

Pete
said

Hire Ron now. Don't let him go to Newfoundland. Great presentation of the weather. If it rains tomorrow, who cares, its going to rain and it's going to come down harder than a kamakazi pilot with a rabid ferret in his pants.

MEG
said

Whether the weather be fine,or whether the weather be not,whether the weather be cold,or whether the weather be hot,we'll weather the weather,whatever the weather,whether we like it or not!!!

Irene
said

Dave:

You have been watched by millions over the years and you will be a truly missed weatherman. You are wished all the best for the future and enjoy retirement.

Varrun Vijayanathan
said

Dear Dave,
My name is Varrun. I am 6 years old. I have been watching your weather since I was 2.I like your drawings. Me and my family are going to miss your weather forecast.

Love,
Varrun

John Prentice
said

Dear Dave

I have been watching your weather forecasts since your days at CHEX TV Peterbourgh fond memories of black and white TV in a little Blonde Wood Frame TV when I lived in Bancroft. We have been devoted CTV watchers here in Mississauga. My wife and I want to wish you a very long and happy retirement and welcome to the club I hung up the pencil in 2005 and have never looked back so all best and good golfing.

John and Dianne Prentice
Mississauga

Sheila Wilson
said

Thank you Dave and best wishes from Sheila in Bowmanville.

Ruth Nabb
said

Hello Dave - I've grown up watching you, even tried writing backwards with both hands because of you! CFTO or CTV became my station of choice because of your great weather reports and on air personality.
Will certainly miss you, but enjoy your retirement. All the best to you, Dave!

Susan Ross
said

Hi Dave
I'd like to wish you a very happy retirement. Will never forget how you helped my Mum (now 94) solve her air conditioning problem several years ago. Thanks again!
Susan Ross

Scoot Kudman
said

I was a child watching your great show. I always wished to meet you ! Your Accuarcy before I made the Daily climb up the CN Tower Back in 1972 I Trusted your Forecast ABOVE the other broadcast. I Tied myself to security at every point you advised wind potentials For fear of life! Thank god! I Faced daily Unexpected wind events that actualy Blew my entire 225 lbs 90 Degree's sideways Straight Plane of the CN TOWER I do know how a flag tears itself apart!! BUT Safe thanks For Years of Your Wisdom that many will Miss. Knowning you so well I believe the next Weather person that replaces you will have a TOUGH Task Just Writting BackWards

Keith Horsfall
said

Keith and Wendy Horsfall, Alliston, Ontario.
Hi Dave, we have communicated a few times over the last year. Wendy and I have followed your career since you signed on at CFTO on the inaugaral telecast and we sure will miss you. We feel that the 6p.m. CTV News anchors, weatherpeople and sportscasters are part of our family. We did have the opportunity to meet and chat with Lance in Port Perry many years ago, and have met and chatted with Tom Clark when he lived in Aurora,(in fact his parents lived below us in the condo building and Tom lived across the road from my best friend of 52 years). I also had the opportunity to meet and say hello to Lloyd Robertson in "Peter's Fine Dining" in Markham when he and Tom and their wives were dining just behind us. There is no finer group of people on TV than the bunch at CTV.

Enjoy your retirement and play lots of golf, I am in Florida right now and thanks to Satelite we can watch you at 6 most evenings. (Don't tell Ma Bell)

May peace and love go with you.

Keith and Wendy Horsfall, Alliston, Ontario.

Ian McIntosh
said

Hi Dave. I grew up next door to your sister Joan and Gord on Coral Gable Drive in Weston. Your nephew Donald rode around in strollers that I pushed at high speed around our yards. Been to Coon Lake! I digress. I have enjoyed your presentation and professionalism over the years. Best Wishes.
Ian McIntosh

Barry Clements
said

We came to Toronto in 1966 from Montreal and started watching CTV news. If we weren`t close to the tv mom would call ``Dave`s on`` and we would watch anticipating his drawings. Now years later, (mom in MTL) is Dave still on? Thanks Dave for the memories

PETER SMITH
said

Dear Dave, CFTO CHANNEL 9 WILL NEVER BE THE SAME. I remember watching you prior to cable years aitth a lousy antenna. We could only get channel 6 and 9 and sometise 11 ang 4 when some one stood and held the mechanical channel changer a certain way. AS A CHILD NY BROTHERS AND SISTERS WOULD HUDDLE AROUND ARE 19 INCH ADMIRAL PORTABLE TV TO GET THE NEWS AND WEATHER AND SPORTS. wE COULD ONLY GET YOU IF ONE OF THE NINE OF US WOULD BE QUIET LONG ENOUGH. My family got a colour tv 1n 1969 as you remember that was a big deal expressly after it came out in 1964. Remember the channel 9 peacock introducing the colurs. THAT WAS A MIRACLE.I REMEMBER LIKE YESTERDAY YOUR GODDY CHECK SUITS THAT YOU GOT FROM Jack Frasers, boy were they ugly and the sleeves looke like they would need ironing every time you moved. Boy you were funny and well spoken. AND I remember how proud you were of your mother and your Scottish hearatidge.Thanks also for being so nice to my brother Bob Snith a hocket goalie from Scarborough living in the USA on a hockey scholarship except for the summers when he would cut the lawns in the earlY seventies. He use to comment to my Dad the people are so nice Dave Devall allways tells me to cut faster its going to rain.
Thanks for lettind a Lawrence and Pharmacy boy feel part of something special .Many thanks to the Bassid fanily and the Eatons for building this icon that Sir Dave gave stuoardship to over the years
One last thing cfto should have a on air drop by party nothinG formal just x employees that can mingle and speak of by gone days. What ever happenened to Wally W

KEVIN SCOTT
said

hi dave. ive been watching your weather reports as long i can remember. i will miss your way of doing the weather.may god bless you .thanks for the memories.KEVIN FROM THOROLD ONTARIO.

Phil Pitman
said

Dear Dave,
For years, I've watched you do the weather reports and have always enjoyed them. Your professionalism was always visible. Would it be possible for one night before you retire, to do a complete weather report like you did years ago on that large glass map?
All the best in your retirement. You will be missed.

Mr C. Pogson
said

I have watched since day one. Time flies when you enjoy the broadcast.Even when you were wrong in the forecast there was always something homey in your voice and I had to tune in the next time.Kinda like a boy being helped by the kind voice of a family member.
I suppose what you have achieved Dave; is a family of viewers that have become a loyal group.
I can only wish you all the best in your retirement. I know that I am enjoying mine.

M.T. (Tim) Masson
said

For the last 26 years I have watched your weather broadcast every night, and I thank you so very much
Wishing you well
M.T. Masson CD (CF Ret'd)

Nicole P
said

Dave Devall
i have been watching your work for many years and i often just wacth the weather to see your drawings, you have been an inspiration to all
happy retirement

Luisa Ranaldo
said

Enjoy your retirement. All the best. I enjoyed watching you on tv and you will be missed. Best Wishes.

GLORIA
said

Hello Dave,

How are you doing?

Sorry not able to see you on the weather forecast soon. I have been watching you since I was 20 years old. I was a visa student then, and from HongKong. I like your way of reporting. By the way, where are Dini Petty and Gord Matineau?

Miss you! Enjoy your retirement years!

G.KAO

Heather MacOwan
said

All the best Dave. Thanks for 48 wonderful years. You have brought us nothing but pleasure. Enjoy

Regina Riddell
said

Hi Dave
Just like everyone has been telling you, we are going to miss you and your umbrellas, snowshovels and backwards writing. I, too, have been watching your forecasts since you started at CFTO way back when. No one does it as well as you do. BUT, there is life after retirement. You will wonder how you got everything done when you were working. Enjoy. You deserve it.
Very best wishes from Regina :)

bill french
said

it too bad that a man like dave is retiring after 48 years dave i watch you since i was a young boy you will be miss

kathryn
said

Hey Dave

Your a wonderfull weather speacialist and i am going to miss u,well all your viewers are going to miss u but we all will be thinking of u

GOOD LUCK DAVE and we hope to see u one day

Joyce & Ted Pollard
said

Dave:
We sent you an e-mail already, but it apparently got caught in a loop and kept coming back so here we go again.
My husband and I live in Cobourg. I know you are familiar with that beautiful town. You were here last September for a golf tournament which my uncle and aunt, Reg & Dorothy Ward, organized to help raise funds to restore the paintings and frescoes in their Church. You were also here many years ago as MC for the show which helped to raise funds for the mentally challenged. My uncle was again Chairperson and I have seen pictures of you sitting down to dinner with them.
Your good works do not go unnoticed and we thank you so much for taking the time to get involved as we do all the other CTV personalities.
Like almost everyone else, we never watch any other station for weather and news. We so enjoy your camaraderie and good cheer, especially in these hard times.
By the way Dave, I have a childhood memory of watching a show on CHEX-TV many years ago in which there was a young man dressed up as Santa and around Christams time he answered letters from the young boys and girls. I have been curious for years. Was that you?

Thank you Dave for providing us with many years of informative and cheerful broadcasts.
May you have a well deserved and joyful life as you begin the next chapter.

Joyce & Ted Pollard

Brandon Fawkes
said

Hi Dave. I'm 12 years old and I have been watching you ever since I was born. You make it enjoyable to watch the weather. I'm really sad to see you go.

Glenda High
said

All the best Dave on the next chapter of your life. I don't know if this has been mentioned on the news cast, but in the early 1970's you were a co-host of Child Finder.
You made these children feel comfortable in front of the camera as you interviewed them knowing that a potential family might be waiting for them.
Happy retirement.

Eric
said

Sir Dave, can't retire
what will i do for the weather

Pat Whipple
said

I am really going to miss you and your forecasts, Dave. I grew up watching you as a kid back in the sixties on that old black and white TV of ours. What kid didn't want to write backwards like you? Also, I phoned you at the station several years ago to ask you whatever happened to Uncle Bobby. You were so friendly and gave me me an update. My son and I saw you in the St. Patrick's Day parade a few years ago. My son was thrilled you waved at him and smiled. Don't ever change - you're the best. Congrats on your retirement, Dave.

Walter E.Eibisberger
said

Dave many,many years ago you had a secret admirer. Josie Woehry, my mom who worked at CTV thought you are the nicest person and best weatherman ever.Do you remember her? Please let me know and I'll send you an article from CTV's internal newspaperfrom that time.
Thanks, Walter

Flora parsons
said

Dave I feel like I am losing a special family member. You add such a lively touch to the news cast, especially now with all the doom & gloom. By the way who is Lance going to pick on when you are gone? Your expertise will certainly be missed. Trust your retirement will be enjoyable. Will youreally miss driving to work in the winter?
Thanks for being a great family member.

Sincerely,

Robert Churchill
said

Best wishes Dave and enjoy your retirement.

My wife and I both grew up watching you and you are the one weatherman we trust.

When you are on, no one touches the remote!

Cheers and best wishes from the Churchill Family.

Robert, Judith, Aaron and Rebeccah Churchill

Bill Carroll
said

David,
When my sister, brother and I were little kids ---1939 -1946 -- we lived on Moore Avenue. Our next door neighbour was Fred Turnbull.

You've served us all very well over all these years. Thanks for that and God Bless. Guys like you don't retire. You keep on keeping on. Enjoy it. Or, do I mean, "Go fly a plane"?

Warmest regards,

bill and madeleine
lvao@sympatico.ca

Wayne Clarke
said

Thanks Dave,
For 47 years of great weather forecasting. That's how long our family has been watching you.
You are going to be missed.
You are the only Toronto weatherman who gives the weather for Peterborough. And like everyone else, we enjoy your writing backwards.
Myself and my family wish you all the very best in your retirement.
By the way Dave do you still play bingo in Whitby?

Carrie Bishop
said

Dave,

Thanks for being such a pleasure to watch.

My late father, Bill Wheeler, was the weather reporter with CFPL TV in London, Ontario when I was a kid. I have wonderful memories of him 'writing backwards' and always appreciated your continuance of the art.

Best wishes for a wonderful, well deserved retirement.

Carrie B.

Leonie Thelwell
said

As a new comer to Canada 40 plus years ago I saw writing with both hands on TV and my jaw dropped. I knew the term ambidextrous - able to use both hands with ease - but I think you created a whole new category- being able to write with both hands at the same time. Love it. Good luck on your upcoming retirement, you deserve it. I will miss you.
Leonie

Valerie & Robin Beattie
said

HI DAVE,
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RETIREMENT. MY HUSBAND & I HAVE WATCHED YOU FAITHFULLY EVERY DAY. WE WISH YOU HEALTH & HAPPINESS IN THE FUTURE & WILL MISS YOU. ALL THE BEST & THANK YOU.
VALERIE & ROBIN BEATTIE, WASAGA BEACH, ON.

Nancy Parratt
said

I don't need a reply as I am sure your hands are cramped by now with all your well-wishers. However, I did want to let you know that our family was raised by your weather forecasts. /God Bless our Mother who worked this farm all day, prepared a big supper as their were 0 in our family and after supper, she liked to take a few minutes to relax in her chair and every night she said"If I fall asleep during the news be sure to wake me up for the weather!" Sure enough 10 minutes later she was sound asleep but instinctly knew your voice or something as she would wake up to find out whether she needed to water the garden, cover it from frost, etc. Now I grow the garden and will miss seeing that familiar face as each night I am listening for your words of wisdom.
The other shock I got was when I worked at Canadian Tire in Port Perry and Bill Hutcheson came in for paint. At the time it seemed the rain wouldn't stop and I wrote "put a cork in the clouds Dave" on his paint stick never ever thinking it would make news that night..but it did!
So "Thank You Dave" for your great service over the many years and with this economy the way it is right now, I think I'm going to invest in stocks at the chip truck in Bolsover as I think they could be busier this summer.

Sincerely, Nanc

margs
said

Mr. Dave Devall,
Coming from the Phils, we only have two seasons.You perfectly teach us how to adjust to Four Seasons.You're a true inspirations to us.Good Luck and God Bless.

helmut rehdner
said

i have watched your weather report since i come to canada 48 years ago you have been my hero from day one i is with great sadnees to hear about your retirement
my family and foremost myself can only say "thanks for a wunderful 48 years" you will be mist
helmut rehdner

Brenda Kellen
said

Dave, my husband and I will miss your presence during the evening news. It's like having a friend say they are leaving, so of course you will be missed. I know you will enjoy your well-earned retirement;and unlike those whose bridges are burnt, I know you will visit on occasion. I stopped working because I became disabled and missed not only the people but the work as well. My husband was wondering if you were a mason as you go to all these Robby Burns nights. He loves going to those nights as well, and he retired in January. Good Luck and a long and health retirement.

Sheila Warren
said

Hi Dave,
Truly you will be missed. we have really appreciated you giving us the most accurate weather reports on TV. I always wondered how you usually were so right on, but I have realized over the years that you truly studied the weather. God's blessings as you enjoy your "refirement"

Lloyd Mooring
said

When I was about 5 or 6 years old I was at a Mcdonalds (corner of weston & finch road). As we were eating my dad looked over to the counter and said " look over there its Dave Devall, go get his autograph ", I said "who's he ", my dad replied " he's the weather man on tv ". I walked over introduced myself and ask you for an autograph. You shook my hand and gave me one and said " nice to meet you ". Later that day I went home and watched you do the weather and i thought you were awsome. Now 30 years later i still watch you do the weather everyday and i still have your autograph. What you have given me no one can. You have given me hope that people do care. THANKS DAVE

Noella gallant
said

I will miss you and your drawings. Have a great retirement. God Bless......

Rhonda and Randy Payne
said

Hi Dave,
My family moved to Oshawa in 1963 and the highlight or our evenings was watching you writing backwards. My husband and I have enjoyed the same for the last 18 and a half years.
Thank you and God Bless.

Dave Weatherbee
said

Dave, I have watched channel 9 C.F.T.O. News since it signed on the air in the early to mid 60s. There was a show that I watched everyday. It was called " DIVER DAN. Dave, I,m wondering if you were the Diver Dan in that program. I,m sure you are very busy but I really would like to know. Thank You very much.

gary bell
said

some 20 odd years ago while packing the car for the school break trip to florida i heard Dave's forcast of partly cloudy for the next morning when we were leaving. i have not had a chance to thank Dave for the 4 inches of partly cloudy we drove through that morning.
best of luck Dave you will be missed.
drop in to the electronics store in beaverton some time.

William Gartelmann
said

Hello Dave

I have been watching you forever , it is because of you I can write backwards , I have done this since I first watched you do it way back when , thenks for the weather , you will be missed , have a great retirment and I hope the sun shines on you where ever you go ...

WHG

paul rutledge
said

I am 47 years old and I remember when the Beatles were popular when I was a tike (especially when we have a family connection) but more exciting than that I remember my siblings and I, in our pjamas wanting to watch on the tv our Dave in the 60's, over and above any hockey game and Beatles, to me at least, you were exciting than the Beatles and hockey. How about that!!! oh and you still are!! You will be sorely missed.

Kailash Bagla
said

Dear Dave,

I have been a fan of yours for many years and I admire what you have done for the community. I feel sorry that you are retiring and that I won’t be able see your weather forecasts. I am happy for you that you will have so many other things in mind to do for the rest of your life.
I am an artist and to appreciate another artist such as yourself I have done a unique one of a kind portrait of you on a leaf. Nobody has done this kind of work before anywhere. I would like to present this portrait to you from behalf of my family. I would like to know how I should go about presenting you with this portrait.
My contact information is:
Kailash Bagla
416-606-8129
Some of my work can be seen on my website:
www.uniqueleafart.com

Wally Corbett
said

Dave we will all miss you and have a great retirement and get your hadicap down.Do you remember Switzerland and Andre and myself...a lot of laughs.Play well,
Best,Wally

Lila Milenovic
said

Hi Dave You kilt wearing , funny , sunny , backwards writing handsome lad! Could you please wear your kilt one more time and prove you don`t have bonny knees? Love , Lila from Hamilton XOXOXO

Annette Boenke
said

Dave, Thank you for providing us with your consistent light-hearted weather delivery done so inventively over these 48 awesome years! You're one of a kind and will be sorely missed by all.
The best to you and yours as you begin the next chapter of life, Nettie & Mike

April Ward
said

Dear Dave,
Congratulations on your upcoming retirement!
I have been watching your weather forecasts since 1966 and at least a couple of events stand out in my memory:
Back in the day, when forecasting technology was not as accurate as today, you had predicted fair weather. Then we cut to Glen Cochrane pacing outside the studio, keeping dry under an umbrella, chanting “I believe Dave Devall, I believe Dave Devall”.
When you were on vacation, many years ago, Jim Junkin filled in for you and laid claim to fame as the only graduate of the “Dave Devall School of Backward Writing”.
For 35 years, I was employed in Air Traffic Control Flight Planning where weather was definitely an important part of my life. At work, it was a very serious matter. Accuracy on the Controller’s display was paramount. But what a pleasure it was to come home and watch the news and weather on CTV.
Dave, you have always shown dedication to accuracy, along with the ability to make it entertaining.
We will miss you. Enjoy your well deserved retirement!
April Ward

Janet Bisset
said

Hi Dave,
I remember being about 5 years old when I first saw you on television writing with both hands on the television screen which back then was in black and white. I was lying in bed with ear aches and somehow you made me feel so much better. You still have that affect on me Dave and I'm much older than that.

I wish you all the best Dave in your retirement - you truly are a legend. You will be missed in many ways - your charming personality and many abililities.

Enjoy ...

Grace Malda
said

Dear Dave Devall:
Just wanted to send you my congratulations on your retirement. I have watched your weather report since you were in Peterborough, in the very early 60's, at CHEX-TV. Way to go, Dave. It is time for you to enjoy your "Golden Years, even though you will be missed. Thank you for doing a wonderful job all these years. And, yes Dave, I can write backwards too.

Michelle Lee
said

Dave: The weather forecast will never be the same, as of April 4th. I have been watching you do the weather for all those 48 yrs (since i have been 4 yrs old) I (as a kid)always thought you where magical when you wrote backwards. You, my dear sir are a legend. And i am going to miss watching you dearly. Enjoy your retirement my friend, you deserve every minute of it. Stay safe.

Lyn Ward
said

Dear Dave,
Since moving to Canada from Scotland in 1971, I have watched you do the Weather almost every night. My husband Mike and I will miss watching you, and we both wish you much happiness during your retirement.
There will never be a weatherman like you!!
We always think of you when we are driving North and passing through the great metropolis of Bolsover.
Good luck! Enjoy your retirement.
Regards,
Lyn Ward (Pickering, Ont)

janette naraine
said

Hi Dave,
I worked at CFTO in Purchasing with Bill Gunter.
I remember you kindly and wish you all the best. Its a BIG loss for the station

Debra MacFarlane
said

I've been watching you Dave since the days when we only owned a black and white TV and we actually had to get off our duffs to change the channels. But when you were on - we never changed the station! The weather report will never be the same without you - you're like a family member - one we really like!

Jason "Hammer" Bramham
said

Been watchin CFTO News my whole life and Dave me and my family will miss you.. It wont be the same without you there, Will miss your funny antics with the drawings!

I hope you have a wonderful retirement Dave!

Veron Jeremiah
said

hello dave it has been a pleasure seeing u every night i will miss u the evening news will just not be the same

Linda Harding
said

Dave we moved from Montreal when I was six years old. You have been my weather man ever since. Thank you!
Linda Harding

Barry and Cheryl Kelly
said

Hi dave,
so sorry you are leaving but understand because we are doing the same thing, only thing is we aren't famous, like you. By the way we would like to know what your family has to say. The family you live with not the ones that see you everyday on tv. As I said we love you Dave and will miss you.
Cheryl

Liz Cameron
said

It took me a while to be able to come to do this. I still can't believe I won't see you on air anymore.

I've been watching and listening for over 30 years. That umbrella of yours is the greatest.

I also got dressed for yard duty and trips based on your say-so. I retired doing just that. All the best and God bless you. I miss you already.

rick and Rosemary talbot
said

Dave we would like to say thanks for having dinner with me and the family for the last 37 years. May you have many more years and enjoy flying..

Lisa MacKenzie
said

Congrats on retirement Dave! I have grown up with you and have enjoyed all of the drawings over the years. I have always stayed up to watch you do the weather at 11:45 before calling it a night and going to sleep knowing what tomorrow will bring. I hope that the forecast for your retirement is sunny!
Thanks, Lisa MacKenzie

Paul Petersen
said

Dave, you owed it to yourself to retire LONG ago. What took you so long to decide? I wish you many happy years of retirement, but the hole you leave behind is like the one left when you pull your hand out of a bucket of water. They MAY send flowers if you passed on while working. Ten to one, you won't see unedited messages like this one from a confirmed cynic, but retirement is the best career choice you've ever made. Live long and prosper!

Susan North
said

WOO HOOOOOOOOOO TO YOU DAVE!!! As a little girl, I watched with intrigue as you wrote with both hands, engaging your audience and I thought you were magical!!!! As a 53-year-old woman, I still watch with intrigue and am THANKFUL that I had a role model like you.....being different and courageous. So, Dave....I say thanks, congrats and may your retirement be everything you need it to be!!!!! MORE WOO HOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! Susan North Ingersoll, Ontario

Irene Santos
said

Dave, I've been watching you since I was a kid and your weather predictions were always correct. I will miss your drawings and your friendly face. All the best on your retirement. Hope you make a surprise visit at CTV once in a while with a weather forecast. You will sincerely be missed. All the best.

Chris
said

Just another comment from another viewer, but, you will be missed!!! Have a good retirement Dave! You deserve it.

Andrea Sager
said

Hello David Well Happy retirement and also I want you to know I watch your weather every day

Suzie L. Murphy
said

Dear Dave: you are the consumate professional, a TV icon and a gentle Giant that we have had the privilege of sharing our homes with for 19 years (I come from Montreal) so fell in love with your weather forecast. Happy Retirement, we will always remember your smile, laugh and the philanthropist that you are. You are truly a great Canadian.

Man
said

Dave since 1983 and I like that you joke about baby grass growing. Bye

Dave & Joan Adamson
said

Dave;
The weather report will never be the same without you.Have watched you since we got our first T V.Have a long safe & healthy retirement. You will be missed.

Allan Wilson
said

Hi Dave,

I had the pleasure of watching you when you were at CHEX in Peterborough. Man, did I just date myself. I have been able to watch your weather casts for your entire career. I certainly want to wish the very best on your semi-retirement. I don't think full retirement is in the current forcast. Good on ya?

Allan Wilson

Wendy
said

Have a healthy and happy retirement Dave.You will be missed

Irene Baker
said

Hi Dave:
We moved to Ontario 23 years ago from Newfoundland and every night CTV has been a part of our family. We truly will miss your sense of humour,smile and not to mention your famous drawings.Congratulations and a happy retirement.We will miss you!!!
Myril, Irene Baker & family Bradford.Ontario.

Denise
said

Hi Dave
We want to wish you a happy retirement We will miss you.
"naf ruoy" Denise

Audrey Sant
said

Hello Dave

You are going to be missed very much and CTV will never be the same without you.
You were always so pleasant and informative in everything you did.
We wish you good health and a very good retirement.

Tina Federico
said

Dave! I will sincerely miss you! You are the reason I went into television editing. There will be no one like you that can ever take your place!

Mike & Lois Thomson
said

Hi Dave,
lt's still hard to believe, you are leaving!! But we wish you nothing but the BEST ! We live in Millgrove & never miss you! The rest of the crew will miss you aswell.Hope you have a Great Retirement!! You sure desere it, all the Best Dave, hope you come back & visit sometime, keep-smiling! Mike & Lois

Johanne Dalton
said

You have made the weather an intricate part of the news. I enjoy watching you every evening. The best part of the News at 6:00 will never be the same.

Coleen
said

Hi Dave. I always enjoyed watching your forecasts. You were a constant in the weather dept. When I returned to Ontario after living in N.B. for 11 years, it was nice to see a familiar face on the weather. You will surely be missed.

Katharine HIll
said

Best wishes for a busy, happy retirement! My family has enjoyed your reports for most of your 48 years at CTV. I saw you in person one hot July 1st at Canada's Wonderland. I had lost my son and his pal in the crush and you were picking up tickets. We were at the same wicket. My kids were found and I relaxed and you obtained your tickets and were off with your family. The small son I lost that day will be 38 in September! Again, all the best

Dorothy Pestell
said

Hi Dave,
All the ladies at the Fashion Show really missed you last year; I hope you'll be able to join us on the runway again this fall.

Congratulations on your retirement.

Dorothy, Bill and Patricia
Better Living Health and Community Services, formerly
The Don Mills Foundation for Seniors

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Cara
said

Dave, i'm only 12 and I've been watching you on the news for as long as i can remember. I can't believe you're leaving, I wish you didn't have to go.

Marie
said

Hi Dave:

Thank you! Great job over the years! you have always been so encouraging regardless of the weather, we wish you all the best for the future - You will have to teach your replacement to smile even when the weather is not so good

Jennifer Cawthorne
said

Dear Dave,

When I was 9 years old, living with my family in West Rouge (Pickering), a new television station opened near us, in Scarborough. My family and I were really excited and watched CFTO every chance we could on our old black-and-white telly. You were the first individual weather forecaster I got to know, and you have been there giving the weather reports in my life ever since. West Rouge has long since become part of Scarborough, and changed its name to West Hill. Our old house was sold, my parents have passed on, and my family is scattered about Ontario. I myself no longer live in West Hill, though I’m still in Scarborough (Agincourt). Now I will lose one more “constant” in my life as you retire. Life changes and I will survive, but I absolutely must thank you, Dave, for all your years of dedicated reporting of the weather, and for the good, kind, and honourable role model you have been for the citizens of Scarborough and all the other areas CTV broadcasts to. We will all miss you, but you have certainly earned your rest so, please, enjoy your retirement to the utmost. And remember, everyone will be waiting to see those “special reports” you promised you’d come back for.

Best of luck, now and for ever, Dave.

With fondness and thanks,

Jennifer Cawthorne,
Scarborough

Jennifer Cawthorne
said

Dave,

P.S. My Grandfather in England was a sign painter, and used to paint business names backwards on glass doors and windows. I take after him - I can write and paint backwards on glass too.

Jennifer Cawthorne,
Scarborough

Dennis Whaley
said

Dear Dave

You may or may not remember this. About 10 years ago you came into my office at he truss manufacturing plant in Bolsover with another fellow from Bolsover, who's name I'm sorry has slipped my mind, to inquire about a roof for the pen at the local store for Bolsover Billy. I designed that roof for you. When I told my family about it I always got ribbed about it whenever Bolsover was mentioned on the air, especially on Ground Hog Day. I just wanted to say it was a pleasure to meet you and to help out on that project. I just want to let you know my wife, Betty and I always listened to your forecast each night to see how the drive would be from Lindsay/Fenelon Falls area to Bolsover. I really think though you should patent the umbrella design you draw and see if it can be marketed as the DaveNewsUmbrella. I think it would be a smash hit. We want to wish you all the best in your retirement. We will miss your daily reports very much, they were a tremendous help.

Good Luck, Dave,

Gerry and Beth Barker
said

We have enjoyed many years of your weather forecasts, good or bad. We also remember your "sporting" days as you modelled with Dave Richards, former Vice-Principal.

Dave, our hope is that you enjoy life after weather, and, stay in Bolsover.

Gerry & Beth Barker

Barry Price
said

York Memorial students are all very proud, you are one of them.All the very Best wishes for a great retirement.

sean kelly
said

Dave...congrat's on career...want to interview you for radio show.

sean kelly
mix 97
belleville
613969555

Shehzad Parvaz
said

Hi Dave, my names is Shehzad Parvaz, im 24 years old, i was born and raised in Toronto, i've been watching you since i was a little kid with my father, i've continued that tradition now being a small business owner of SOGO Martial Arts Supplies...if i had the power, i'd keep you on and pay you my income but i dont, enjoy your retirement, your going to be greatly missed what a great and joyful person you are! i wish i could get a picture WITH you!

Diane LeClair
said

My name is Diane LeClair. My mother's maiden name was Jean Vilneff and came from
Marmora, ON.

Before my mother died
she told my daughter that you were related to our family. I was just curious if this
was true or not or even if you would know.

I have never heard of your last name being in my mother's family.

The only names that I knew were Lytle, Vilneff, Prisk. I know that she had a very large family. She was the 13th in the family.

I don't want anything from you, I was just curious.

Diane LeClair

D Foster- Toronto
said

Dave, Good Bye & all the best. You will be missed. The weather will never be the same.
D

Eric Russell
said

Hi Dave
I used to think Percy Salsman was the best weatherman on the planet, but you have surpassed him by a mile with your knowledge,humour,grace and charm. Best of Luck to you. May all your clouds have silver linings. Regards,

Mary Elstone
said

I remember the very first broadcast of CTV television on our old black and white TV set. It took a while but eventually my father remarked that CTV had the only weather man on air who stood behind his country!
Thanks, Dave, for providing detail weather reports, making us envy your marvellous ability to write backwards so effortlessly, and for sharing your experiences within the air force.
Enjoy your time away from the station and be well.

Jennifer and Sean, Carson and Rebecca McLean
said

I grew up relying on Dave Devall's weather reports - letting us know what weather we had to dress for to head to school or planning family events. I am now married with my own family, and we watch faithfully to see what the kids need for school the next morning, and to plan our family outings. We are sure that whom ever should replace Dave (our son's vote is for Tom Brown!!)will give us a trusted report as well, but it just won't be the same. You are a lovely man - a real gentleman, and we, every member of any household that watches you every night, will miss you terribly. Congratulations on a well deserved retirement.

Nancy
said

Congratulations and best wishes from an everyday viewer.

Angela Matthews
said

Dear Dave,
I have no family here and for years you have been a stable and dear family member. Whenever lonliness threatened you were always a familiar and dependable force. You became more than a weatherman more than a T.V. prescence you became safety and sameness in an ever changing and scary world....I was in tears when your announcement was made. I am happy for you that you will now get to enjoy some family time and some play time....and you deserve it...but for some of us your leaving is a painful reminder that we lose those we love and nothing ever stays the same....Thank you for all the years of dependable weather and a safe harbour in a storm.

Alma Ballington
said

Mr Devall I like so many Canadians have grown up watching your weather forcasts. I have moved quite often in my military career and and every time I was in the Toronto area I watched CTV and seeing you felt like home. I now live in Courtenay BC and watch the newscast at 3pm pst. my husband can't believe you can write backwards with both hands. Thank you for so many years of making the weather entertaining. Have a long, healthy and happy retirement.

A Lindsay Lady
said

I remember watching Dave do the weather at CHEX when I was a teenager. I have watched him on CTV ever since he moved there. Happy Retirement Dave. You enjoy your retirement to its fullest.

Denise Lyons
said

Where do I start. I grew up in the Kawarthas and watched Dave. I'm sure you used to do a show "Todays Child". We always yell hello when we travel up and down the Trent Severn in the summer. You will be missed. The end of an era. I'm sure CFTO will never be the same. Enjoy you're retirement as you so deserve it. As I approach 52 I think thinks are really starting to change around me. You always appear to be a very kind man that those who haven't a father or grandfather would want for theirs. Take care Dave, you will be missed.

George Greig
said

Dave
Good luck in your retirement and I was wondering if you would like to move to Wiarton and take the place of the little rodent and bring on spring earlier. You will be missed.

Ron Tennant
said

I grew up in Agincourt, and my mother worked at the A&P store on Glen Watford Rd. It was the only grocery store for miles in the 60's and people from CFTO often stopped to shop; according to Mom, Dave was the favourite of the cashiers. I remember her saying "He's so nice!" I was only a little kid then, but I am now retired myself - I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Best wishes!

Katie Terry
said

Hi Dave!

I'm 22 years old and can remember watching you every night with my parents before bed. I knew that at 6:30 I would get to watch you (my favourite part of the news) and then I'd have to go to bed. I could never remember your name but would always refer to you as the "Pointy Nosed Man!" I'm sad to see you leave but wish you all the very best in your retirement!
Thank you, you were the one who gave me that extra 5 minutes before I really had to go to bed!

Glenn Irvine
said

Before cable was available in Midland,my family had to watch a different station.(Ask Dave's graphics man Paul)When it became available Dave's forecast was #1 and remains #1.Happy retirement Dave!
Paul's old neighbour.

Carryl Postma
said

Dear Dave: Hi: My name is Carryl Postma, I was born and raised in Toronto (Markham & Ellesmere) and have lived in Trenton for 31 years now. I am a watercolourist/Author.
My first Children's Picture Book on Climate Change is due out shortly. My book launch will be held at the Stockdale Mills (just north of Trenton) on Sat. May 30/09 at 2pm. It would mean the world to me for you to drop by if by chance you are in Trenton performing a duty suitable to your'e rank. I am formally inviting you to my book launch, however, that is nothing compared to the comfort and joy I have received all these years looking and listening to you do the weather. I like Tom but it will never be the same for me. Congragulations on your'e milestone in life, I know you will be busy but please keep me in mind. I think you are a wonderful person and I shall miss seeing you greatly.
Love Carryl Postma

carryl postma
said

Oh my goodness, I got so emotional emailing Dave that I forgot to tell him the name of my book.
"The Tree That Could Be Green" is a Children's Picture book dedicated to the empowerment of the child in all of us.
The purpose of this book is to educate children and parents on the serious changes taking place on our planet. Throught the two main character a sickly Mr. Tree and a young lady named Carmen, we learn that we can all help to make a difference.
Book Launch
Sat. May 30th 2009, 2pm at the Stockdale Mills (just north of Trenton)
613-393-0957
Thanks Dave, going to miss you greatly.If you are in Trenton doing the Colonel thing, please drop by.

Nancy Carbone
said

Hi Dave,
I don't know how the evening news could go on without you, or who deserves to sit in your seat. What we do know however, is that Dave Devall will be in our memories forever...good luck Dave!! Happy Retirement!!!

Valerie Rose
said

Congratulations on your retirement, and on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award Dave.

I've watched you explain our weather forecasts for many years, and I must say that you will surely be missed, it won't be the same without you.

Anne
said

We Love you Dave and are going to miss your drawings,your stories and your great uplifting spirit.

From:

Phyliss,Anne, Karen and Diann

Julie
said

Dave,
We are going to miss you!! The news just won't feel the same without you, those shoes so big Godzilla wouldn't even come close! Have you considered cloning? We have always been loyal CTV news viewers, and you're really the only weatherman I've ever known (so to speak), so it feels a bit like a personal loss (as I'm sure it does to many many viewers). We wish you the best in your retirement!!

Julie (47) and her mom Briar (84)

Chris & Sharon Brown
said

Hi Dave:
Hello from Peterborough!We have watched you do the weather report for many years and will miss your charming style. Congratulations; find joy in every day!
Chris & Sharon Brown

Jim Todd
said

I remember watching Dave, not only presenting the weather, but also as the announcer on CFTO game shows "Headline Hunters" and "Definition". He's a broadcaster I've always admired.

Congratulations and best wishes for your retirement, Dave...and thank you.

Darla Cecil
said

Dave, you have made the weather forcasting enjoyable.
I have been watching you for all of your 48 years. I have been retired for two years now from the "fed gov't" and I have never regretted my decision.

Enjoy your retirement you will be missed!

Randy Ward
said

Hi Dave! I was at CFTO from '65 to '75 as a cable puller who had the honour of putting on your mike for World Beat & Night Beat News and later as Promotion Mgr. when you very patiently did our promos. You are such an Up Beat pro. I'm now retired from CHCH-TV and love it, watching you on satellite from here in Florida. Congratulations.

Cliff & Kathy Peters
said

Dave
May you have a great retirement after so many wonderful years providing all of us with the weather done in your own unique style.
Many people tell us what their Toronto is but I believe My Toronto is "DAVE DEVALL.
You will be missed

Gennaro Colella
said

Hi Mr. Devall(Dave),

I'm hoping you remember meeting two very nice ladies in the 1960s regarding the winning of a CFTO bingo program.

My mother-in-law's name was Betty Kernohan(at the time) and
her mother's name was Vera Skimming. Vera was the lady who won the bingo game.

My name is Gennaro and on behalf of Betty, Vera(who passed away eleven years ago)
and Betty's daughter Colleen,thank you for the knowledge you gave us about weather for the past almost five decades.

We will never forget your style of looking through the two Os in the word "COOL" or holding a shovel when talking about snow.

Thank you again very sincerely and wish you all the best with your future plans.

Elaine Davies
said

Dear Dave,
My mother has watched your entire career on CTV and continues to faithfully watch, I have watched you virtually my whole life and my daughters have watched their entire lives. 3 generations of loyal followers. I have always been impressed by your knowledge and presentation, but most of all by your continuous enthusiasm and positive attitude no matter what the forecast. Day in day out, year in year out you are always smiling and full of sincere laughter. We will all miss you. May you thoroughly enjoy your future activities and endeavors.

LINDA TUPLING FROM ERIN
said

DAVE IS LEAVING AND I OWE HIM AN APOLIGE HE WAS IN MY TOWN OF ERIN,AND HE STOPPED ME TO ASK DIRECTIONS AND I WAS EXCITED TO SEE HIM,I ACTED LIKE A REAL IDIOT AND I'M REALLY SORRY.HE WAS SUCH AGENTLEMAN HE EVEN LET ME TAKE HIS PICTURE.[WHICH TURNED OUT REALY GOOD BYE THE WAY] I'M SAD TO SEE YOU LEAVE AND WILL MISS YOU .MAY YOURS DAYS BE FILLED WITH HEALTH AND HAPPINESS .MAY GOD BLESS LINDA T PS.MAYBE SOME DAY I WILL MEET YOU AGAIN SO I CAN APOLIGIZE PROPPERLY.

Jim and Gina Stiver
said

An Ode to Dave

There once was a man so very brave,
Each night on T.V. the weather he gave,
He always wore a suit and a grin,
The nasty forecasts he’d take on the “chin”
And that gentleman’s name is “Dave.”

Dave, we will miss you very much when you retire. Supper time won't be the same without you. You won’t have to drive in bad weather anymore. Take it easy and relax – you deserve life’s best.

Who knows – perhaps you will return someday to fill in for someone who is on vacation.

Jim and Gina Stiver KESWICK, ONTARIO

Carol, Scott, Brendan, Nicole & Daphane Mason
said

Dave, We are so happy for you and so sad for us. You are the only weather man I know. I was born in 1964 and remember Channel 9 CFTO with the rainbow circle round the 9. My children of 8 years and 5 years love you too. Please don't take Lloyd with you or we will be lost. Best of luck from The Mason House of Mississauga

Rodney Schneider
said

In all the time, I have been watching CFTO News... And no matter how bad the summer storms were or how bad the winter snow storms were Dave allways had a way of "easing" our minds during the worst of it all.

Happy Retirement Dave you have earned it...I know I for one will miss your Humor and your charm

Congratulations!

Dan Whitmee
said

Hi Dave! I'm 56 now, but I remember quite vividly,sitting on the livingroom floor when I was 8or9, watching you tell the weather,on a black and white TV of course.You must have touched my life in some way, for me to remember this so well.Best Wishes Dave.Dan Whitmee.P.S.Mother Nature is truly losing a prised son when you retire.

Debbie.
said

Dear Mr. Devall: My family and I have grown up withyou.I would like to tell you something: My Mother nver missed your forcast-Personally I think she Liked you.Because we had to be quiet when you were on. I love the way you give out the temps.in ferinhite. {padon my spelling}

Don Stringer
said

Dave,
Watched you all my life and enjoyed,

Best Wishes on your retirement

Don Stringer

Edith and Mike, the Rajna Family
said

Dear Dave. Reporting weather oftentimes is a boring subject. You have made it into an art of entertainment and your style has overflowed into the rest of the CTV News Crew. We are sorry to hear you leaving but hope to meet you again at the Hungarian Hunting Club annual Ball. God Bless you and may you enjoy many years during your retirement. We will truly miss you and know this: whoever replaces you has large shoes to fill.

Ron and Carolyn Heymans
said

Our family wishes you the best. We hope to see you around from time to time. My wife and I grew up with you. When we were young we were amazed in how you draw and write backwards with both hands. Again all the best Dave. The Heymans family

Brian Cishecki
said

Your weather forecast is one of my earliest television memories..... you became part of my daily television viewing....along with Commander Tom that is. Best wishes.

Anna Callum
said

Dave,
Thank you for all of the years of taking care of me, and telling me whether I need to carry an umbrella or wear boots.

I wish you all the best. Enjoy!

miriam newton
said

Hi Dave!
I was looking for the picture of you on the cover of our Kawartha Life magazine last year!
You are such a great cover boy!
Way to go, we are all thinking of you!

Jeanne Basinski
said

Dear Dave

I will miss you so much. I have been watching you for 10 years from Buffalo. I think you are the best weather man on this earth ...you are a great man and always have something good to say about someone all the time. Now I am going to shed tears for ten years with you and your unbrella love Jeanne Basinski..

Jamie Wilson
said

Congratulations Dave.

This is a true story.

When I was just a pup I used to marvel at your weather reporting. I would practice writing backwards. Up until I was in my early twenties, I was planning on being your replacement when the time came for you to retire. I graduated from the University of Waterloo with a BES and planning on taking meteorology in school in Ottawa. Life commitments prevented me from continuing my studies with no regrets. However, I see it would all have been in vain. I am approaching retirement and would only now get my opportunity to take your place.

What a great career you had. I wish you all the best in your retirement.

Sincerely,

Jamie Wilson

Joanne Cockerill-Tustin
said

Dear Dave; Our family has been watching you you whole career, our parents first, now us, and have enjoyed every day of it. I enjoyed meeting you in person once at an Enrich convention (sold you a ticket). You are even more handsome in person!! I hope your retirement is as wonderful as your career has been. We'll miss you!
P.S. Writing backwards, no problem with a pen; danged tricky with a mouse!!
XOXO

shamika and jada
said

Dave,
we hope you had a great time in your 48 years of service.I wish you all the best in your years to come.I've been watching you since i was born and i'm 11 and jada is 9.We've loved your service.we wish that we could have done what you did.It's sad that you have to leave.We think your the best weatherman that has ever been on CTV and will always think that you will be the best weatherman on CTV.

phil paterson
said

i've been watching dave devall since 1970 when my parents moved to mississauga.my father was a big fan he would tell us to be quiet so he can listen.now i watch every nite.i'll miss dave he's the only one i can trust to be right(99.99%)of the time(way to go dave).who can i trust now that he's retiring(i don't know we'll see). congatulations on a fantastic career i will miss you.(i'm glad my dad is'nt hear to see this)but i'm sure he sends his congrats to.... p paterson

Marissa Daley
said

Hi Dave! Thanks for your many years of giving us the weather. I've been watching you for as long as I can remember. My family and I will surely miss you and your interesting ways of letting us know how good or bad the day is going to turn out. Good luck with future endeavors and thanks again! Bye!

Demolyn
said

I will miss your smiling face each night, wishing you god's blessing always and good health.
Demolyn

Jim Arnold
said

Hi Dave, A 'few' years ago I played in the Whitby Men's Hockey league while you were there and whenever our team played yours, we always reminded each other to "be careful around the weatherman" because he doesn't want a black eye from a puck while doing the weather later that night! Hope to see you out golfing since I too am retired but working for fun at the Royal Ashburn GC.

Pamela Farrell
said

A Limmerick for Dave

There was a CTV man named Dave,
Who'd always give a salute type wave.
He provided precise weather,
As we all viewed together,
That artistic man named Dave!!!1

Dave and Irene Barron
said

Hi Dave,

I used to watch you on CKVR TV(Barrie)when I was going to public school. Through high school, I loved watching you on CTV. Now, I'm retired and living in Brampton. I still love you doing the weather.

From one Dave to another.

Marty Atherfold, Courtice, On.
said

Dave,
I think the guest weatherperson is a great idea. I'd really like to see some of the regulars take a stab at doing it. For instance, Ken, Christine and Lance. It could be fun.
Congratulations on your retirement. You already know we'll all miss you. Enjoy.

Pamela Farrell
said

A poem for Dave :)

D is for Dave, who delivered detailed weather each night,

A is for his artistry, which he always got just right.

V is for the varied vestures, he wore from year to year,

E is for his exceptional expertise, which made him oh so dear!!!!
......................
Thanks Dave for mentioning my hometown Renfrew in your weather reports, and Grimsby where I now reside.
ALL the BEST to you in your retirement!!! Thanks for the memories!!
Hope you liked the Limmerick I sent earlier! :)

Sincerely,
Pamela Farrell

Lambert Family
said

All the Best DAVE, Happy Retirement!
From myself and my family all the way from West Africa, To Montreal and Toronto.
We will miss you!
Au Revoir,

janice ellis, in Pickering
said

Hi Dave!!!..being a Scot myself, I was just wondering about your Scottish connection...you often have your kilt on for various functions you attend, but you were born here, and Devall isn't Scottish for sure!!....
..anyway, I wish you many years of active retirement, and am delighted whenever you proudly claim Scottish in your background...
....so, "Orrabest, orratime!!!" (which means "all the best, all the time")...we'll miss you, Dave, and thanks for everything...

Lynne Limpert
said

Dave - We watch CTV every night and when you come on with the weather I insist on quiet so we can hear your forecast. We have total confidence in you and I have grown up for the last 48 years with you - now I'm dating myself ! All the best in retirement Dave - we will really miss you !!!!!

Jo-Anne Downey
said

Hi Dave,

I just wanted to thank you for the memories and wish you a happy retirement and let you know that you will be missed. When I was little my sister and I used to watch the news just to watch you do the weather and ofcourse draw backwards. We loved to watch so much that during our spare time we actually played "Dave Devall" with our chalk board. Now my children like to watch you as well to see if you are going to draw an umbrella, clouds, or sunshine. You truly have been an inspiration for a few generations!

Don Bishop
said

We have watched you do the weather
For almost fifty years
Listened to your marvelous voice
The envy of your peers
You taught us about the weather
With all it's highs and lows
Winds going counterclockwise
For Christine you mention SNOW
Alberta sends us clippers
Colorado sends it's lows
Now we all are experts
Your job is finished GO

Thanks Dave Don Bishop

Mohra Taylor
said

To my weather buddy, Dave
Since childhood I've watched you write backwords, forecast exciting winter storms (that only kids can love), and as a grownup you have reminded me to take my umbrella for the morning commute. I've loved your kinda goofy humour and completely trusted your take on the weather.
May the sun always shine on you and may the wind be always at your back.

Your forecast devotee, Mohra (Toronto)

Sylvia, Coolin & Clifford
said

Hi Dave,
We came to Canada in 2004 from the Carribbean. We looked at your forcast everyday to know how to dress for school and work. Thanks for your service. You are the Best. We will miss you. Enjoy your retirement you deserve it. God Bless

Kimberley Carter-Smith
said

I am going to miss you Dave, I remember growing up watching you doing the weather. Even when I was living in Orangeville, now I live in Brampton. I also remember watching you hosting the show family finder for children who were living in foster care. But I don't remember who your co-host was. The weather being done at 6 at night will not be the same.
Enjoy your retirement you deserve and earned it.

Dawn
said

I'll miss your drawings dave. When I was ittle you were my favourite part of the news. My favourite is your umbella and although I'm happy that your retiring, I'm really sad to. Hope you have a great retirement filled with joy and laughter.
-Dawn-

Sandy Bichener
said

Hey Dave,
My name is Sandy and I live in Trenton, On. I have listened to your weather for years and I am sad to see you go. But hey, you deserve your retirement. Congratulations and take care. I hope you don't get too bored (hehe). I have learned over the years to write backwards as well. Bye for now......sincerely Sandy from Trenton

Bye for now......Sandy Bichener

The Ellis Family
said

My Toronto is

CFTO News and 48 great years of

Dave Devall

You will be missed.

Diane Jefferson
said

Dave you are a great weather man, my husband has watched you do the weather as long as we have been married(38 years this month). We cannot miss your weather report, even the grandchildren know they have to give up the TV for the weather.

Edward
said

I like how you draw backwards. Truly talented!

lesley
said

we will miss you alot. i watched you since i was a baby.over 24 years

kozina
said

hey Dave, go to hell its always hot there very little humidity and no rain. and thats my retirement forcast. LOL

Samantha
said

I may be only 12 but I have grown up watching Dave Devall. We will miss you Dave and I wish you didn't have to go. Promise us that you will come visit c.t.v a lot so we can see you. Your awesome! I'll always remeber you, you are a part of history.
Your fan, Samantha

Sharon
said

All the best Dave! You will be missed.

Maureen Connolly
said

Hi Dave
I have enjoyed your weather forcasts since I came to Canada 38 year's ago.
The news was the first
programe I saw and could'nt get over the weatherman that wrote backwards and when my family came over from N.Ireland on holiday, I had to show them Dave and all I could hear was "how does he do that" !!!!!I will miss the weatherman that write's backwards.

Anne Dupuis
said

Hi Dave
I'd just like to join the thousands of others in wishing you a long, healthy and happy retirement. I only wish I could say I grew up watching you but that would be a lie. As a child in the 60s I grew up watching Percy Saltzman on that other Canadian TV news show. However, during the 80s I realized the error of my ways and starting watch CTV news. I have been watching ever since and I'm going to miss you.
All the best and take care.
Sincere good wishes
Anne Dupuis

Michael Bird
said

Hi Dave
The Kirkfield Fire Department wants to wish you a very long and happy retirement. I don't know if you remember us, my wife Janet, Phil Small, Jamie Anderson and I, did a home inspection at your house in July 2008, unfortunately, we had to leave in a hurray to a house fire on the other side of Canal Lake. Good news, the fire was small and the house is fine!! Before you go onto your next chapter in life, could you remind your viewers of our home fire safety inspections and that cars with flashing green lights are volunteer firefighters trying to get to the fire hall to respond to an emergency. All of us look foward to seeing more of you in town and wish you the very best!!!

Paul Behm
said

Congrats on your very successful career with CFTO. I have watched all the years.. Do you think you can get Lloyd and JIM J to retire as well because if they dont they wont be able to enjoy their retirement. Good Luck Dave

Billy Sou
said

I remember Mr. Devall watching when I was a little kid when I lived in Midland, Ontario. When he was behind the plexiglass wall, I thought Mr. Devall created magic when indicated rain or snow. Before I moved to the States, I saw him innovate with new stuff with radars. Now, weather is much more easier to predict, and technology is on the cutting edge, and Mr. Devall is at the cutting edge at it.

I'm amazed that he's still doing it to this day, and now he's calling it at the end at CTV Toronto (or CFTO as I knew it).

Congratulations Cl. Devall. Midland and Toronto will miss you.

Billy, Carmel, IN USA

Dennis Reinsborough
said

Dave,
It was a pleasure for my wife Elizabeth and I to meet you at Dora Keoghs, a week last Sunday. You are the best weather commentator in the world and your graphics and commentaries will be missed.
I'm proud of you also for all your efforts to assist and promote the Irish culture in both the media and for the St. Patrick's Day events.
I hope to see you tonight at the Grand Marshall's Ball.

All the best in retirement.

Dennis Reinsborough
Treasurer St. Patrick's Parade Society

Imogen
said

Since I arrived in TO on a freezing cold day in Dec 1970 I realized that the weather was very important for comfort & survival in Can so I discovered Dave Devall --a weatherman who was concerned about his viewers' safety & comfort.He makes makes us proud to be Canadian
Best wishes & a fervent thank you from one who was born in a constantly warm country.

Loreen Gambell
said

I wish you all the best in your retirement. I have enjoyed watching you on CTV for many years;

Vanessa Perri
said

Hi Dave!!!

Just wishing you all the best the weather report will neve4r be the same without you! you have been with us and our family for generations!! Your smile made the -30 degree weather seem not so bad!!

Sincere Thanks and Best Wishes

The Perri and Carelli Family

sylvia melanson
said

Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!

toronto
said

Dear Mr. Devall,
Whenever my sister and I (11 and 13)watch the news we look forwad o your drawings on the glass! Its the best part of the ENTIRE newscast. Than you! Happy Retirement!

Margaret Publicover
said

Dave you are the greatest weatherman ever. I will miss your smiling face and great attitude. All the best in retirement; you deserve it. Thanks for the memories. Margaret

Shelley Brinsmead
said

My 15 year old daughter says "Dave is the coolest weatherman...EVER!". Thanks for letting my children grow up with you, and learning to love the weather!

Murray / Pace Household
said

I have been watching you since I was a little girl. My sister and I used to try and write backwards and watching the weather was the best part of the news. My husband and I told our children stories about how you used to do the weather, before computers and they didn't believe us until they saw you on the news one night writing and drawing on the clear screen.
Congratulations on your retirement. Enjoy the weather.

Peter Leach
said

I watched you doing the weather on the glass and then when I was in the Navy as a Radar Plotter I had to learn to do it to .It is a art and you do it the best .Don't over Golf up in Bolsover

doreen
said

dav been watching you forever, are you going to intoduce your family before you
Doreen Gerrard Suton

Dennis
said

I was 4 when I first you do a forecast and now I'm 38!.:-O I'm going to miss your great forecasts and your chalk umbrellas. Have a great time during your retirement.

Esther
said

Oh Dave, I can't stop crying since I found out your leaving!!!! The best of luck!!!

SHEILACOULSON
said

DAVE my husband and i
WACTH you on TV,weather
every night good luck on
your retried DAVE we will miss you.
YOUR FRIEND
SHEILACOULSON
MILTON ONT

Mike Hornung
said

Dave,

I'm just an ordinary guy who has watched you since 1977 when I graduated from University and made my home in the GTA. Over all those years of snowstorms, thunderstorms and hail storms that you have forecasted, I met my wife, had 2 beautiful daughters grow up watching you and now, am as well looking to a change of my life in a couple of years. You have made the weather interesting and exciting. You have been the voice over of so many things at CFTO that I'm not even going to guess at the exact number. You have been a part of our family's life for so many years. Congratulations and enjoy a much deserved retirement/2nd life... you have so earned it. You have made a very mundane topic very understandable to everyone

M.Hornung

Audrey Morris
said

Dear Dave,

Here's a blast from the past....

Do you remember...in 1962, the Channel 9 bowling league? Carol McNutt introduced me to the gang at the channel 9 bowling alley at Knob Hill. In my recollection, you wore a crummy looking rope instead of a belt which intrigued me so much I had to undo it every time you got up to bowl. You would say, "BEAUTIE!!! Do it again!"

That year, I managed to surpass your beautfiul bowling with my high ladies single score of 250! Annis Stukus presented me with a Toronto Maple Leaf hockey puck award along with my high ladies single trophy which I still treasure - it sits on my bar. Come over any time to see it.

Your fan forever,

Audrey Morris

Emily
said

I grew up watching you Dave!!! I wish you could stay longer. Nobody covered the weather like you did; you actually made watching the weather exciting!

All the best in your future endeavours!!!

E. Fletcher & family!

Myrna Goudy
said

Dear Dave:
I was a student in Grade 7 at Confederation School in Peterborough when your wife was a teacher there. I clearly remember when you left CHEX-TV to take the position at CFTO. You have made a marvelous success of that move and have class, a great sense of humour and a winning personality. I wish for you a wonderful retirement; you deserve it and you will be missed.

Margie & Malinda Wilson
said

I'm 52 years old,I'm also very hearing impaired, but i must say that when ever you were doing the weather Mr.Devall i had my hearing aid cranked up loud so i could hear you.your weather report was the highlight of my dinner hour. I just don't think it will be as entertaining, comical(at times).my daughter and myself were heart broke at the news that you were retiring. But we also know that you need to relax and enjoy yourself in this next chapter in your life. we wish for you, health, happiness and all the best life has to offer.GOD BLESS you.And both my daughter and I will miss you at dinner, here in Port Hope, On.It has been an honour.

John and Dorothy
said

Thankyou so much for being so much a part of our 6 p.m. routine, Dave. We love your upbeat nature, your incredible expertise in weather-forcasting, the clear way you present it, and the wonderful comraderie you have with your CFTO family. We will miss you, but wish you a long and enjoyable retirement. You WILL come back to visit, won't you???

Louis Marechal
said

Hi Dave I write to you about a month ago but did recieve a respond from you.I guess you are very busy men.Whish you happy retirement and hope see you at special event(s).All the best Louis

Moe & Laurie Hartley
said

My wife, Laurie, and I met in Calgary in 1976. Money was tight, so we spent a lot of time watching television. Our favorite show was Headline Hunters and that was where we first heard Dave's voice. Fifteen years ago we moved to the GTA and were pleasantly surprised to see Dave on the CTV news every night. We have been married 30 years this August and Dave was there during courtship. Thanks Dave. We hope you have a wonderful retirement and come back from time to time to let us know what you're doing. Thanks again Dave.

Dawn Bertram
said

Dear Mr. Devall-You are true joy to watch. I am going to missyou.I moved here from North Carolina after marrying a .wonderful man that works as a Toronto firefighter.I came to be really home sick.I turned on the 6 oclock news. The first face I saw was yours. I think I am your number one fan . You made me right at home as we say in the south.Thank you I love this country. The best of luck to you.

Kathleen Matthews
said

Hello Dave. I am 89 years old and have been watching you for over 40 years. I will certainly miss your weather reports especially the umbrellas and your eyes. If my son wants to know the weather he will phone me and ask "well what does Dave say?' I wish you and your Family all the best in your retirement.

Kathleen Matthews

Marie MacKinnon
said

Dear Dave, We have been watching you do the weather on CTV for many, many years and we wish you I very Happy and healthy retirement. We will definitely miss your broadcasts and do not know if there will be anyone that will be able to fill your shoes.We have enjoyed you so much over the years and my son whom is now 48 remembers meeting you in person at the age of 4 at a grocery store in Etobicoke at 6 Points Plaza in Dominion. Again we wish you all the very best in your upcomming retirement as you truly deserve it!!! Marie MacKinnon Bolton, Ont.

adrian ditomaso
said

dave, you simply are mr.Toronto. youve been there on ctv throughout so many things, through every natural disaster and snowstorm alike. you actually made me want rain to come so i could see you make that umbrella on the clear board. happy retirement and may every day be sunny.

Corinne Yurko-Baron
said

Congratulations Dave on your retirement. I watch you everyday and will miss you. I know when I was much younger my parents just had to watch the Channel 9 weather after supper every night. I have a young daughter that wants to become a meterologist. I just hope that if she does, that she is as good at her job as you have been the last 48 years.

Mel Goddard
said

Dave;
I've been watching you for years now;
and the question is:
Have you ever worked for WGR-TV in the past?
I seem to remember seeing you there many years ago.

Ulla Maija Lehtonen
said

Hi Dave,
I have been watching you since 1970.
Now that you are retiring, who is going to remind people every winter "remember: feed the birds."
I wish you all the best.
Ulla-Maija Lehtonen

Andrea Kelly
said

There are no words for how sad it makes me that you are leaving your post after almost 5 decades. I have been watching you since the age of 6, thanks to my parents tuning in, and I carried the tradition until I moved to the Yukon for 5 yrs. I was so happy to get back in 2006 and continue my Dave watching. Now you are on your way to bigger and better things but I will always think of you as a favourite uncle at a distance! You are a rare and special soul on this planet, and you have brought a smile to my face on countless occasions. You have also brought a tear to my eye and a warmth to my heart whenever you've that mentioned Mother Earth is suffering. I will miss you greatly but look forward to other projects you must have up your sleeve.
All the best to a man of great integrity.

Valerie Maggs
said

Congratulations on your retirement. Our
family has enjoyed your weather forecasts.
All the best for the future.
Take care.

Heather
said

Hi Dave it's been great to have you there for all those years.I always watch the news to see you write backwards.But anyway all the best Dave.

Betty Kirkness
said

We wait each night for your very accurate report. You will be truly missed. I first met you in person in 1964, while having our eldest son participate in Romper Room - he's almost 49 yrs. old now. You are 'not replaceable', but, we do wish you all the best for a happy & long retirement. Cheers to the best!

joyce wilson 416 498 6646
said

hello dave, i am goirg away back in time,1947, or earlier. i am around your age and am wondering did you ever host a fasion show at the prince of wales theatre, at woodbine and danforth. god bless you in your retirement i have watched you every night on ctv and will miss you. joyce wilson

George & Leone Wilson
said

We have enjoyed your weather broadcasts since CFTO was in the middle of a field and the 401 was a 4 lane highway. We both with you many many years of a Happy Retirement. :+)

George & Leone Wilson

Jackie
said

Sure will miss you. Have a great retirement. My son moved to the States a number of years ago and still talks about missing your weather reporting.

lynda
said

I am so happy to hear that you are retiring not because we don't want to see you but because you have brought a smile to many peoples faces with your various reports and drawings...you deserve some you time to continue to enjoy your life with a few less pressures. Thank you dave...Enjoy

Beverley Wilson
said

Dave: It seems that you have been in my life forever. I follow the weather religiously. I call you Dave as if you are part of my household. Dave will know what the weather is! I'll check and see what Dave says. I have had arguments over your credibility and stood by you .....Dave knows. You have brought me the weather, you have shared who you are as a person, you have brought warmth and humour to the weather...who would have thought that possible. Dave I wish you the best in your retirement, and want you to know you will not be able to be replaces, because you are as always , DAVE. Thank you B. Wilson

Natalie Minaker
said

Dear Dave:
Congratulations on your retirement. I am almost 45 years old, and I grew up in Oshawa. At 6 pm everynight, since I was a little girl I watched the news on CFTO, channel 9, with my parents. Seven years ago I moved to Napanee, between Belleville and Kingston, and lucky for me TV's technology has changed, and I could still watch Dave Devall and CTV news, by satellite TV. Everyone here in Napanee has a chuckle at me, because I am so fond of my CTV news and all the news people! When "they" say an Organization is made up of people, and the people make it successful, then Dave Devall is the perfect example of this. It is because of Dave Devall, his co-workers, and CTV news crew that I love my news and watch it everyday! Enjoy your new adventures in retirement, and I look forward to your visits back. Thank you, Natalie

Alison Clark
said

DEAR DAVE,
Congratulations on your retirement!!
Seriously though, do you really have to leave??? As those who have said it before me, and those who will follow behind, you have been an intrical part of our lives for, well forever!!!! You will be truly missed!! Dave, you are cherished and adored by all.
Best of wishes to you on all of your new endeavours.
Thank you for coming into our lives!!
Alison C. and family

randy martin
said

I am 52 years old and some of my earliest memories are of dave devall doing the weather forecast on the old philco b/w tv. I remember thinking to myself way back then, how neat is this? A grownup with the greatast set of crayons, on tv! Thankyou for being a part of my life dave. May your retirement be long and happy! Best wishes randy.

Lorraine McRae
said

Hi there, I just want to congratulate you Dave on your retirement and I am so glad to see that you Dave are being honored at an earlier time when you can actually read what everyone thinks of you. I think you are great and I will miss you and your forecasts and your funny little drawings. Take care and enjoy your well-earned retirement, oh yeah, and take it easy now that you are retiring, I hope you will come back to the news center and let us know how you are doing in your new role as a Retiree - you really are too young to retire. Be sure to take care of yourself and enjoy, enjoy, enjoy. Happy days ahead are wished for you.

Sincerely, Lorraine

Fatima (Carlos) Steels
said

Since the time my Father immigrated to this country in 1966, and trying to learn the language, he'd been an admirer of Dave's weather report. I remember as a little girl running to the TV when Dad announced that Dave was coming on. We both loved to watch his report and waited for the end when he would draw something quirky backwards. It was a small thing, but meant a great deal to the two of us.

My Father has passed now, but I cannot bring myself to watch any other news program. It just doesn't feel right! Now, my teenagers and I watch the program and wait for Dave's segment.

So long, Dave, and thanks for all the memories! No one can replace you.

May God bless you and yours.

Krystyna
said

When the late Pope John Poul II passed, you - by using very warm words - acknowledged him as a very fine Person! That how I remember seeing you for the first time on TV. From now one- I do watch you forecasting weather, with the same warmth of yours personality as I sow at the time of my grief...Thank you Dave! The best for you!

Don Romano
said

Dave I started watching CTV news and your weather right after Irv, Rick and Tom retired from WKBW in Buffalo and never looked back. have a great retirement.

Don, Welland On

Sunita Luthra
said

Hi Dave:
I came to Toronto almost 10 years ago and bought my first TV after about 6 months of my coming to this great city. At that time, I did not have any cable connection and I could watch only a few channels. I did have a choice for watching news and out of all the 3-4 channels I chose CTV as my news provider. Since then I have been religiously watching CTV news and my news would end after your gave your weather forecast. I used to commute long distance and sometimes used to reach home after 6:10 and as soon as I would reach home I would sit down (my husband of course already used to watch CTV)and wait for you to come with your weather forecast. For me weather forecast is synonymous with Dave Dewall. We wish you happy retirement although we will miss listening to your very clear and 95% appropriate forecast. Tom Brown is a little too fast for us.
Cheers!!!!!!!

Bonnie MacDougall
said

Dear Dave:
All the best to you on your retirement. I have watched you since the first day you started your career at CTV. It's true, time flies when you are having fun, eh? I hope you'll pop back into the studio and say Hi! to all your fans from time to time. Good health!

THE LAKES
said

Dave

We have been watching your broad cast for so long TV will never be the same with out you have a great and long retirement.

Mark Lundy
said

Dave, I was born in 1963 and I will never forget growing up watching you with those two white markers in your hand, doing what you do best....the weather.

After all these years, I now sit with my children and watch CTV news every evening, waiting for you to tell us, what the weather will be as you have done, for all 46yrs of my life.

You have become part of our family as you have for many families across the GTA over the decades and you will be missed greatly.

All the best to you Dave. We hope that you enjoy your retirement, but remember Dave, just because you are retiring, the weather won't.

So drop in from time to time and let us if we need an umbrella or sunscreen, a snow shovel or a big winter parka.

God Bless you Dave.

Regards,

Mark Lundy
Queensville, Ontario

John F. Marshall
said

As an RAF aircrew member in WW2 I have fond memories of Met. Men and their forecasts? It was often mentioned that they couldn't forecast their own birthdays. But things have improved and your reports are always interesting. However, I have never heard an explanation for the constant changing of the Jet Stream. Have you any comment? Good luck in your retirement.

Johnny K
said

Hi Dave,I Wish you all the best. May the sun shine in your backyard every day Have a happy, healthy and long retirement. You truly deserve it.

Keith and Susan Fice
said

We are going to miss you Dave. My husband and I have watched your weather broadcasts ever since we moved up to Cambray in 1966. May you enjoy your retirement!!!

Shar Ally
said

Dear Dave,
I wish you a great retirement. You deserve it...
Will miss your smile/voice
God bless

Ian R. St. John
said

Happy retirement Dave.

The weather report just won't be the same. I've probably been watching the weather report with Dave Devall since the first day you started.

Joan Clarke
said

Dave, You will be missed - no one can take your place. I know it's time you had some time but CTV is losing a true gentleman. You definitely have class.

Brianna
said

Dave ,
we will all miss you , I watch you everyday . you make me laugh everyday how you can write Backwords.
It inspires me ,And i am wanting to become a Mederoligest when i grow up.
I still cant believe that you are leaving.
But it is your time
we will miss you Dave .
i hope you have a good Retirement. We will all miss you ,
good luck
p.s i hope i can learn to write backwards just like you can.

Lilian Saad
said

We will miss you, your sense of humour and definitely your backward writing & drawing!! You are a father and a grandfather to our family so we thank you for that. Good luck, happy retirement and God bless you and your loved ones. Enjoy

Kathryn Lyon-Benton
said

I have grown up with you CTV. We moved to Toronto in 1965 and I was raised here. CTV was a channel my parents watched and your voice was very familier. My grandfather, E. Kirk Lyon MD. who was voted to get the Order of Canada, but did not, loved you. It was a sense of comfort to see you on the weather every night since my grandfather's death. I am so sorry you are retiring but understand. I will miss you very much more than you know because you remind me of my Grandfather who loved seeing you at the 11:00 p.m. news with a cup of tea. Good for you. I will miss you. Your family is very lucky. Kathy Lyon-Benton

leslie claridge
said

I have watched you on TV most of my life. I grew up in Mimico in the 60's. The time of Uncle Bobby, Razzle Dazzle, Tiny Talent Time (Hamilton)and of course you.
So many memories, good memories, seeing you with your two pieces of chalk, and never mastering what you can do. You have been an asset to Canadian TV, passing the CFTO building, or I guess now the CTV building on the 401 will always hold memories of Canadian TV of the 60's
I hope your retirement is happy and healthy.
Take care and thankyou
for a job well done.
Leslie from Mimico

Petra
said

Thanks for being there Dave. I have watched you broadcast the weather since the day I was born. My parents had to tune in the antenna to watch the news on the few channels we could get. I continue to watch CTV news with my family now, and we will all miss you.
Good luck and have fun.

Lise Edwards
said

Dave,
We have been watching you since we moved to Ontario, 40 years ago,our kids grew up watching your forecast to see if they would be able to play their games.
You are the greatest weather man and a great person. We will miss you, but enjoy your retirement. All the best

cathy rickard
said

Hi Dave.Have been watching you for the last 30 years.I lived in Toronto for 25 years and have now moved back to Balsam Lake.I look after my parents who love you.Thank you for making my day and theirs.

MARILOU MENDOZA
said

ENJOY RETIREMENT. YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.YOU ARE A HARD ACT TO FOLLOW.TAKE CARE

Rick & Diane Kennedy, Midland, Ontario
said

Dear Dave:
My husband Rick and I have enjoyed learning from you over the years what to expect with the weather. We wish miss your humor and drawings, keeping us up to date with what's going on outside. You are a fine example of a great Canadian. Enjoy your retirement Dave.

Amrit Toor
said

Best wishes for your retirement ......You will be missed I have been watching weather forecast by you since 1986, when I came to Canada from India, actually I learned to understand Canadian weather watching you

Hazel Mingo
said

Dear Dave,
Congratulations on your retirement. I've watched you since 1972. I wish you a happy retirement- you deserve it. I like your commercials- especially with the young boy wearing shorts and everyone gathering around talking about their stories of winter. I hope they find someone as good as you- I mean who will I watch who can deliver the weather as good as you? Take care and thank-you.

Sharon (Oshawa)
said

It has taken me a while to really believe that you are leaving...you sure are going to be missed...I think we should be able to get a "bobble-head doll" of you. Congratulations on your retirement. I wish you all the very best.

CATHERINE TOLEDO
said

Hi Dave
I have grown up with you and really feel you are a part of my family. I will miss you very much, but hope you enjoy your well deserved retirement. I have a friend who enjoyed working with you and is still enjoying his retirement from CFTO.

Ivan and Linda
said

Dave, we've watched you deliver the weather news for close to 40 years, ever since we immigrated from the UK. Sorry to see you go, but you've earned a rest! Best wishes for a long and happy retirement.

James & Doreen
said

Dear Dave: My husband and I were saddened to hear that quite soon we will no longer have the pleasure of seeing you frame our t.v. giving us such accurate weather forecasts (most times)-smile!
We've enjoyed watching you over the many years and we are sure your presence will be sorely missed for a long time to come.
Enjoy your retirement Dave with
lots of golf and family. God bless.

R. Douglas Zyblock
said

Sometimes the bad news never stops. From winter blizzards to Dave Devall retires. Well Mr. Devall, may you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live. Best of luck. R. Douglas Zyblock

Stephen Turner
said

I have been watching Dave as long as I can remember, and have always enjoyed his presentation and relied on his forecasts. I will miss him, but wish him all the best in his retirement. When my father retired, he used to say that 'Every tomorrow is a Saturday', so Dave, enjoy all of your Saturdays to come.