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DONALD RUSSELL WARD
Born: Jan 08, 1929
Date of Passing: Jan 21, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDONALD RUSSELL WARD
On January 21, 2024, with family at his side, Don passed away peacefully at the age of 95.
Don is remembered by his children, Stephen (Teresa), Rod and Nancy, grandchildren, Joseph, Erin (Garnet), Rachel, Rebecca and Matthew, his great-grandson Orrin, Pip the cat, Frija the dog, and many nieces and nephews on the east and west coasts.
He was predeceased by Myrle, his beloved wife of 60 years, parents, Russell Twining and Mary Regina of Halifax, Nova Scotia, his brother John and sisters, Marie and Shirley.
Born and raised in Halifax, Don joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1956 which saw him stationed at bases across Canada and in West Germany. He retired from the military in Winnipeg in 1973 and joined MacDon Industries Ltd. as Director of Human Resources. Don retired in 1997.
In keeping with Don’s wishes, cremation has already taken place. A private family service to celebrate Don’s life will be arranged at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined but if friends and family wish, donations may be made in Don’s memory to St. Ignatius Parish or to a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 03, 2024, Feb 03, 2024
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Our deepest condolences to Rod, Nancy, Stephen and extended family. Mr. Ward was a kind, decent man that always had a smile, kind words and good natured banter whenever we met. May you find peace and comfort in a lifetime of wonderful family memories of your Dad. Sincerely, Wayne, Char, Grace & Lauren Hotchkiss - Posted by: Wayne Hotchkiss (Friend) on: Apr 15, 2024
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To Stephen, Nancy and Rod my thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your Dad. Our coffee group had many good conversations, celebrating birthdays and lots of laughter. I know too well how the loss of our love one hurts but just know that your parents are together again. Peace be with you. - Posted by: Janice Latschislaw (friend Grant Park Coffee Group) on: Feb 03, 2024
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We're so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Dwight and Sue Peters (Friends) on: Feb 03, 2024
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I met Don and Myrle at the Grant Park Tim Hortons seniors coffee group. What beautiful people they both were! Everyone appreciated Don’s sardonic sense of humour. I have fond memories of them. I offer my sincere condolences to all their family members. You will have endless fond memories of these amazing folks. - Posted by: Gord Richardson (Friend ) on: Feb 03, 2024
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Very sorry for your loss and thinking of you at this sad time. - Posted by: Randy and Janice Franchuk (Friend) on: Feb 03, 2024
