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DONALD BRIAN ISBISTER
Born: Jan 28, 1949
Date of Passing: Jun 01, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDONALD BRIAN ISBISTER January 28, 1949 - June 1, 2013 On Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Victoria General Hospital, surrounded by family, Donald Brian Isbister peacefully passed away after a brief and courageous battle with Cancer. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Patricia; his son Chad and wife Jill, their children Peyton, Emery, and Lyndon; his daughter Xanthe and husband Koi Neng Liew, their son Sabin; siblings Irene Bradshaw, Gail Slack and husband Al, Leonard Isbister and wife Sharon, along with many beloved nieces and nephews. Don was predeceased by his parents, David and Lillian Isbister, brothers Leslie and Gary, and sister Anita. Born and raised in Winnipeg, he grew up in St. James, later moving to St. Vital where he and his wife raised their family. He enjoyed a successful career in management and sales, but his biggest joy was his family and considered "Grandpa" his finest title. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and spending time at the cabin with family, having many exciting adventures finding new spots to swim, hike and fish. Try as he might, he could never catch more fish than the grandkids. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 6 at St. Andrews Anglican Church at 2700 Portage Ave. Interment will follow at Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Ave. Pallbearers will be Kevin McElrea, Ernie Bachewich, Michael Isbister, Gerry Gibbings, Glen Johnston, and Alan Poitras. The Family would like to thank all the doctors and nurses for all of their dedicated care with a special thanks to Dr. Stephen Wong (Health Sciences Centre) and all the staff at Victoria General Hospital and Buhler Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations in Don's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or to CancerCare Manitoba. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 04, 2013
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Still miss you Don. Bob F - Posted by: Bob Faraci (Friend) on: Jul 14, 2023
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Pat, Chad, Xanthe, I'm so sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was an all around wonderful guy and will be missed. You and your families are in my thoughts. - Posted by: Preston McCaffrey (Friend) on: Jun 24, 2013
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So sorry to hear Don is no longer with you. My deepest condolences and thoughts are with you. I will light a candle for you Pat and your family. - Posted by: ellen semeniuk (an old friend) on: Jun 11, 2013
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We will always remember the good times we've shared together with Don over the years as neighbours and wonderful times at the lake. I know his family meant everything to him and that he valued good friends. We will all miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Pat, Chad, Xanthe and extended family members. - Posted by: Juve & Isabel Furtado (Friends) on: Jun 11, 2013
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My sincere condolences to Aunty Pat, cousins, Chad, Xanthe and your grandchildren! Have many memories from when we were kids coming over for family dinners! Lianne and I were there for the service to pay our respects! Until we meet again and we are reunited as a family! Love always your nieces, Jennifer, Lianne and Amanda! xoxo - Posted by: Jennifer McLeod, nee( Isbister) (Great Niece ) on: Jun 07, 2013
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Would have been nice to get to know Don and the rest of his family, but by the sounds of it he did mighty fine job. Please accept our condolences at this time. Eileen & Leonard Schoffer - Posted by: Eileen [Isbister] Schoffer (Don's Dad and my dad were brothers. We only met Don at my Dad's funeral) on: Jun 07, 2013
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We offer our sincere condolences to cousin Don's family. - Posted by: Robert Isbister (Cousin) on: Jun 06, 2013
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Don was a very kind and considerate neighbour towards our family over the last 30 years. His thoughtful words and support will always be remembered. Our prayers go to Pat, Chad, Xanthe, and their families. - Posted by: Warren and Linda Patterson (neighbour) on: Jun 05, 2013
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I will forever miss my Uncle Don. Words can not express my sorrow but I am so very fortunate for all the years we had you. I will truly cherish the many wonderful memories of the great times we shared. I loved how you always made me feel special. Yes, your awesome laugh, your sense of humor, your devotion and fierce love for family all made you such a amazing Uncle. Rest in peace Uncs....until we meet again. I love you . (and yes I know you loved me too! :) - Posted by: Kathy Gibbings (Niece) on: Jun 05, 2013
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May happy memories of Don give you strength to find peace and healing especially through this time of sorrow! How fortunate you were to share 40 years with your best friend! Our prayers and many hugs go out to you and yours - your Family at La-Z-Boy - Posted by: La-z-boy Furniture Galleries () on: Jun 04, 2013
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I am so sorry Don, that your life has been taken way too soon. You were a wonderful man, and will be missed terribly. I feel awful that we never did get to the lake to share good times with you.. Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. I love you and will always be here for you as your friend. - Posted by: Susan Ennis (Friend) on: Jun 04, 2013
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You will be sadly missed but "Never" forgotten Uncle Don. I will forever cherish the many fond memories of our times together and all the laughter shared with friends and family. You helped guide me through "many stages" in my life and for that, I will forever be grateful. I will miss that special bond that we shared. I will also miss that contagious laugh of yours! We all will! It warms my soul just thinking of it. And, just so you know, every time I hear the "Loons call" at the lake, I will think of you. Rest in peace Uncle Don. Love you, Susan - Posted by: Susan McElrea (Niece) on: Jun 04, 2013
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Dear Patsy and family, My heart goes out to all of you at this very sad time....you're in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Pat Pomanski (Pat's friend) on: Jun 04, 2013
