To my lovely gentle uncle. Fond memories of my two trips to NZ to visit the Stewart clan when dave and Jacqui cared for Lorna and i on our first trip ( even daring to lend us their automatic car to tour north island), and dave and jan on my solo trip which coincided with Al 21st birthday. Will much miss our Christmas zoom chat, but will be always remembered as daves childhood bagatelle board is brought out for the annual competition, and of course grandad stewarts recipe for Christmas pudding. Much love, carol xx

Dear James, Gus, Jill, Alan and whanau So incredibly sorry for your loss, Sorry we can’t be with you at this important time - Sending you all much sympathy and love from London. Rachel, Rob, Agatha and Etta

Dear family, So sorry to hear the news. Sending you all our thoughts and condolences. We have great memories of Dave, both on his trips here and ours to New Zealand, and are sure that he’ll be missed. Un abrazo … a big hug from all of us. Carmen, Jon, Ander and Eneko

Jill, Alan and family sorry to hear of your father's passing. condolences from my family to yours. Allanah Ellerton, Jack and Bodhi

Always a kind and helpful colleage. Even when situations got to emergency status, Dave remained the voice of reason and always provided excellent advice. Also very good for just having a chat. Dave will be missed. My condolences to the family.

Jocelyn and I are very sad to hear of Dave's passing. It's a time to reflect on your huge contribution to Shell Todd and the industry over many years. His colleagues held him in high regard for his knowledge, experience, and friendship. Dave's passing is a huge loss to the wider community. Condolences to Jan and family.

Dave, my steady, quiet and talented colleague and mentor. One of a kind in a turbulent world. Our heartfelt condolences to Jan and the rest of the family. So sorry we couldn't make it to say farewell when we should have.

So sad to hear of your passing Dave. I loved our visits and the laughs, book and travel discussions. I’m sad that we’re overseas and can’t attend the celebration of your life but we’ll be thinking of you then, and always. Rest in Peace our friend. Sending love and deep condolences to Jan and the family.