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DONALD GORDON GOWEN

Born: Dec 29, 1942

Date of Passing: Apr 15, 2016

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DONALD GORDON GOWEN December 29, 1942 - April 15, 2016 Donald was born and lived in Selkirk, Mb most of his life. He passed away at his apartment in Ile Des Chenes at the age of 73 years. He was predeceased by his parents Nora and Ernest Gowen; brother Sidney; sister Frances Chambers and step brother Lawrence Asham. He is survived by his brothers Peter (Eleanor), Ernest Jr., Dudley (Laura), Maurice (known to most of his friends as Moe), his older sister Ruth from Elliott Lake, ON; children Cheryl and Chris; grandchildren Chantelle Talarico and Shay-Ann Bredin; great grandchildren Aiden and Ryder; niece Sherry Gowen and nephew Tim Gowen. Donald was a truck driver for many years, he drove for Veitch Truck Lines of Selkirk in his younger days, he also drove for several gravel companies, mostly with Favorite Gravel Co. He was also known as a musician who played many instruments like guitar, mandolin, keyboard, steel guitar and also sang in several bands throughout his life. He played in places like the Merchants, Legion and many banquet halls. He was well known in the town of Selkirk as it was known back in his day 30 or so years ago. He was well liked by many people and had a humorous side, he liked to tell jokes. Cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 19, 2016

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

  • It was a shock for me to find you in the Obituary, but now I understand why you didn't pick up the phone or answer my emails. I'm sure gonna miss you Don. - Posted by: Evelyn (West) Paoletti (Friend) on: Sep 12, 2016

  • last time I saw Donald was at the golf course in La Salle we had breakfast. I knew Donald for a long time maybe 60 years. He played a lot of tunes a lot of tunes on his guitar in all those years. I hope he is in a better place. - Posted by: Jim Toews (Freind) on: Apr 21, 2016

  • We used to invite Donald over for christmas and he would sing for us. Always with a smile and a joke. Donald lived just up the back lane from us in Selkirk for many years. Rest in Peace my friend. Donna - Posted by: Donna Toews (was married to old friend Peter Toews(deceased)) on: Apr 19, 2016

  • Don was a great friend, musician and a great sense of humor. Rest in peace Donny. You are now at peace. - Posted by: john gislason (friend) on: Apr 19, 2016

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