Obituaries

I never called Don by his first name, he was always dad to me. I met him when I was a preschooler, and he used to drive my brother Dean and I to daycare in THE COOLEST CAR. He married our mom Sandra in 1972 and we moved to Whitmore Park. I was 10 when Dale was born and we all spoiled him. During my high school years, I was aware that dad had problems with alcohol but I never doubted his love, or that he cared deeply about the gravity of the situation. I graduated and moved away, at the same time he and mom separated. I never saw him after that, except a couple times. I heard he quit drinking and was struck by the irony. Jesus said, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”   RIP until we meet again. 🙏

Remembering our survey days with Don. He had a presence that was happily uplifting for those around him. Thank you once again my friend for being a groomsman at my wedding 52 years ago. Forever remembered.

Grace, So very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I remember him well from the store. He always had a smile and was super friendly with me and the staff. Sending love and hugs my friend.

So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I was fortunate to have worked with Don at numerous land survey companies since the 1990’s. I never saw Don lose his temper and rarely saw him without a smile on his face. He will truly be missed by many!! Bye Don❤️

It's very upsetting to hear of Don's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Don at Southern Surveys in the mid 80's. I always enjoyed the days when I was on Don's crew along with Richard. We all worked great together and there was never a dull moment either during work or after hours. Don's kindness and great sense of humour will be cherished. Thoughts and prayers to Grace, Dale and the Daku family.

We will miss the cheerful discussion and banter that we enjoyed with you Don . You are pain free now and at peace . Our deepest sympathies to Your family and to Grace aka Hazel ☺️God speed our friend . To the boy from the north side of the Moose Mountain, rest in peace.

I had the pleasure of knowing Don for over 50 years. I have nothing but great memories of our time together. I selfishly wish he is still with us, but realize that he suffered and fought long enough. RIP Don Our sincere condolences to Dale, Grace and family Doug and Shirley Soutar

Sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I always looked forward to seeing him at any family Reunion’s or other gatherings. He always had time to talk with everyone and always had a joke to share. He’ll be missed by family and friends near and far.

My condolences to Don’s family, I worked with him at Focus and later WSP and his always positive demeanour and willingness to share knowledge made him an excellent person to be around.

Condolences to Don's family, I worked with Don and he was the first Surveyor that I worked with in the field. He taught me so much working with him. His sense of humor and smile will be missed.