June 7, 1939 – November 29, 2009
Passed away peacefully in Victoria Hospice. Don was born at home in Penticton, BC. He will be dearly missed by his wife, Christina; daughter, Carol-Lynn; sister, Edith Atkins (Art); sisters-in-law, Mary Street, Barb Jefferies, Brenda (Glen) Martin; brother-in-law, Brian (Donna) Lonsbury; his many nieces and nephews and Casey, his faithful companion. Don was a retired Transit Driver, affectionately known as Mr. Crosstown by his passengers. He was a member of the Million Mile Club for his million miles of safe driving. He was a fiesty spirit with a quick wit and a unique sense of humor. A special thank-you to Dr. David Clinton-Baker, Locum Dr. Li, Dr. Wai and Barb. The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Volunteers at Victoria Hospice and the Palliative Response Team for taking great care of Don. He will be missed but never forgotten.
A memorial service will be held in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Don’s memory would be appreciated to Victoria Hospice or to the BC Cancer Agency.
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Louise MacKay
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Leah Boulter Hi Chris, so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He always had a joke and a smile for me:) He will be missed. We will be thinking of you. Take care.
~Love Leah.
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Carolyn Wilson (nee Lynn Dadswell) Don was indeed a good man with a quick wit, and could make anyone laugh.
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Carolyn Wilson (nee Lynn Dadswell) Hi Chris and Carol-Lynn, I saw Don’s obit in the paper and just wanted to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. It’s a great shock, and if you need anything at all, don’t hesitate to call me. I remember good times many years back when I would babysit for you two. I have many fond memories of Carol-Lynn as a little girl. I still think of you often. Love, Lynne.
Dear Chris and Carol-Lynn, I was so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I remember him at the clinics with Carol-Lynn when she was little. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.