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DONALD JOHN GAFFRAY
Born: Feb 04, 1929
Date of Passing: Aug 07, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDONALD JOHN GAFFRAY February 4, 1929 - August 7, 2016 After a lengthy illness, Don passed away peacefully at the Pinawa Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his parents, Etienne (1979) and Isobel (2000), three brothers Ted (1986), Lawrie (2008) and Jackie (child), and brother-in-law George Litzenberger (2014). Also by his in-laws John (2005) and Irene (2015) Ruse. Don is survived by his wife, Rosemary, of 37 years, and his two sons, Darrin and Jeffrey, whom he loved unconditionally. He also leaves to mourn his brother Art (Andrea), and his sister Ruth Litzenberger (nee Gaffray); also numerous nieces and nephews. Our family would like to thank the Pinawa Hospital staff for their excellent care and compassion shown to us during this difficult time. Also, thank you to the Pine Falls Home Care team for their help and caring nature. Special thanks to Laurie and Sandra, also to the Pine Falls Clinic staff who were always so understanding. A special thank you to Dr. C. Ota for her compassionate care during Don's lengthy illness. A memorial service will take place on August 13, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Great Falls Community Hall in Great Falls, MB. A light luncheon will follow the service. The Rev. Joye Platford will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Ostomy Association Inc., 204-825 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1M5. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 204-268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 10, 2016
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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My family knew Don and his parents and brother Art in the 50s, 60s and 70s. My grandparents were Donald and Roxie Robertson. I believe Don bought my grandparents property and he built a house on that property. Don was a dear friend to our family. I remember him always smiling. I remember visiting the dairy farm and the Pauls place to get eggs. It was fun for us to watch the planes come and go. I am grateful for the memories, may Don rest in peace. Donna and Doug Robertson - Posted by: Donna Margaret Robertson (Family Friend) on: Aug 12, 2020
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I think Don was the most pleasant man I have ever known. Whenever he came into the office at the base, he was always smiling and usually had something to say that brought a smile to everyone's face. He had a joyful disposition that I always enjoyed. Art and Don were quite the team, always busy working on something. There were no limits to the things they could do. I was always impressed with the way the two of them made complex seemingly impossible challenges such as salvaging a sunken aircraft seem simple and effortless. Don set a fine example and was a valued teacher to the younger generation who were lucky enough to watch him in action. He was a good man who will be fondly remembered by many. My thoughts are with Gaffray family at this sad time. - Posted by: Heather Oakes (Friend) on: Aug 11, 2016