Obituaries

Sorry to learn of Don's passing. He was a huge force in the union, always committed to fairness. He was smart and funny and deeply compassionate. He is the sort of person who restores your faith in humanity.

I knew Don for many years while working at the University of Regina. We were both involved with our union, trying to make life better for all of our CUPE brothers and sisters. He taught me a lot about collective bargaining and fighting for our rights. He will be missed. He was a good guy. I'm sure he and Rick Kerr will now be reminiscing together in heaven.

Sorry to hear of Don's passing Robin and family. It's never easy to lose a loved one. Just wanted to let you know Lester and I are thinking of you and will be in the days ahead as you grieve your loss. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Don’s family and friends. I always enjoyed a chat with Don, be it the Rowdy Gang days, building a float or lining up for a parade. One of the good guys.

Condolences 💐 to Don’s family and friends. I spoke to a number of former retired co-workers about his passing and a phone call was made to the U of R Administration by one of them and the U of R flag is now flying at half mast in honour of our former UNION CUPE 1975 PRESIDENT DON PUFF.

Don was one of the good guys and was very helpful to me over the years that we worked at the U of R. He in Physical Plant and I in Library Administration. He was no nonsense Don. May he Rest In Eternal Peace and Rise In Glory with his Creator.

My deepest condolences on Don's passing.

Over the course of my long term employment with Campion that housed the union office I enjoyed many hallway chats with Don. We always enjoyed sharing gentle barbs with one another that ended each time with a smile and friendly wave as we went about our business. Don was a good man.

My deepest condolences Robin and family. Don will be missed by many. I hope all your memories will give you a bit of solace at this difficult time.

My condolences on your loss. Don was “my” custodian for several years and his kibbitzing was delivered with humour, intelligence and intent. In later years he and I were reps on a major joint U of R /U of S job evaluation program. He was union, I was management. We didn’t always agree, but the discussion and debate was respectful, lively and engaging. Compromise was often achieved. Don added greatly to the development of the university. Again, my sincere sympathy on your loss. Don was a good guy.

So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was indeed the hardest working and most dedicated leader in the union movement that I have ever worked with. He spent his career at the University helping those that needed it above himself. He often spent his own time and his own money helping colleagues at the university. He was fair, extremely hard working and a treasure to all at the university. May he rest in peace, he definitely has deserved a well deserved rest. Dave

Don was a kind hearted friend that will always have a place in our hearts.