David Sinclair MacLaren, age 56, of New Glasgow, passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of Evelyn (MacDonald) MacLaren of Linacy and the late Neil MacLaren. He is survived by his wife, Tammy (MacGrath) MacLaren; daughters, Kilti and Courtney; brother, Eddy (Kim), of New Glasgow; sister, Debby (Greg) Grant, of Newmarket, ON; father and mother-in-law, Carl and Juanita MacGrath, of East River St. Mary’s. He was well loved by his nieces and nephews: Mandy and Mitchell MacLaren; Andrew, Ryan and Allie Grant; Matthew MacGrath and Avery Jackson; and his many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by brother-in-law, Richard MacGrath and sister-in-law, Kimberley MacGrath-Jackson. Dave traveled the world as a logistics specialist for Rowan Drilling Company. He was past president of the Bombers Club. Some of his many nicknames were, Pickle, Uncle Buck, Davey Doodles, Bubba and Doogie Howser. He was passionate about cars and hockey and loved to share a coffee with his many friends. He was often known to cook for large gatherings of people and was always the first person to lend a helping hand. A private service by invitation will be held at 1pm Monday. A link to a recording of the service is below.. For those attending, masks, proof of full vaccination and valid ID are required. Donations in his memory may be made to the Pictou County Palliative Care Society. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow.