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DONALD WALLACE TOYNE
Date of Passing: Jul 10, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDONALD WALLACE TOYNE It is with great sadness that the family of Donald Wallace Toyne announce his very sudden and unexpected passing, on July 10, 2018, at the age of 68. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 43 years Nancy, his son Kevin (Kathy) and grandchildren, Nayda and Donan; his son Brett (Jacqueline) and grandchildren, Devon, Avery, Haidyn and Blake. He is survived by his brother Al (Annette), and many cousins. Uncle Don loved all his many nieces and nephews and was honoured to help guide niece Vickie through her life. Don was predeceased by his parents, Bert and Peggy Toyne, brother Bruce, and sister Judy. Born in Winnipeg, Don grew up in Transcona where he met Nancy in 1969 and they became inseparable. He was a wonderfully loving and devoted husband and father. Don and Nancy raised their boys in Oakbank. He lived for his boys and was so very proud of them and all their accomplishments over the years. Grandad loved all his grandbabies so very much and could hardly wait for them to arrive for swims, barbeques, parties and sleepovers. Captain Don loved Sioux Narrows every summer and teaching his grandbabies how to fish. After delivering for Transcona's drugstores and working at Uncle Ben's Breweries, Don's business career began when he opened the Transcona Pic-a-Pop store, which led to purchasing the Quick Stop Convenience store in Transcona and then operating Manitoba's Mac's Convenience stores. Finally, Don became a successful and beloved Subway franchisee. Don introduced Frito-Lay chips to Manitoba and helped bring Paul Newman's salad dressings to Canada. Don was kind, generous and giving of himself to everyone in his personal and professional life. He devoted many hours of time back to his community. He was a hockey coach, was instrumental in setting up Oakbank's Hockey School, was an original director of the Transcona Springfield Education Foundation and through his Subways, supported schools, charities and community groups. Don has been cremated after a private family service and his ashes will rest in the Lake of the Woods. Donations in Don's memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. "Our love was meant to be, forever and forever soulmates into eternity" THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 21, 2018
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Greg called to let me know. You and Don were great people and treated Greg so well while we lived there. My condolences to you and the boys. Lots of blessings Lorissa - Posted by: Lorissa N Lubimiv (Friend) on: Aug 24, 2018
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We were away and just found out about Don. Our most sincerest condolences Nancy and family. What a shock! We always admired Don for his work ethic and business acumen. He’ll be missed by a lot of friends and all of Oakbank. - Posted by: Ross & Susan Arnold (Ex Neighbour/Friend) on: Aug 04, 2018
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So sorry about your loss....Don and Nancy were also so friendly and welcoming whenever I went to their subway stores and at franchisee meetings Thoughts and prayers for you and your family Teresa - Posted by: Teresa Banman Desmarais (prior Subway franchisee) on: Jul 25, 2018
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Nancy and family, please know you are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Our families crossed paths over the years, through sports and school, and Donny was such a big help to us, starting our business. His great business sense and guidance will never be forgotten. Sincere sympathy - Posted by: Herb and Joy Harz (Friend) on: Jul 24, 2018
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Nancy and family, Bill and I were truly sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Please except our deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Bill and Debbie Charles (Friends) on: Jul 24, 2018
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I knew Don as my employer. He was friendly , fair and respectful to those he employed.. it’s not often that all your workers think highly of you and that showed his great character. Very sorry for your loss Nancy my sincerest condolences to your entire family. - Posted by: Anna Kovacs (Friend) on: Jul 22, 2018
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Very sorry to hear about Don’s passing. I will remember Don as a very kind and generous man. Condolences to Nancy, his children, and their families. - Posted by: Ryan Toyne (Extended family ) on: Jul 21, 2018
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Our deepest sympathy to the Toyne Family at this sad time. We have very fond memories from all the years we spent at the hockey rinks. You are in our thoughts. Andy & Kathy Bell and Family - Posted by: Kathy Bell (Friend) on: Jul 21, 2018
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Don, definitely a caring, giving and family man. It was with such saddness that he is gone now. I am certain without any doubt that whoever came into contact with him has been blessed. I would like to thank Nancy, Brett and family for my opportunity to meet such a great man. I will treasure all great memories of Don. David Yeung. - Posted by: David Yeung (Part of a extended Family) on: Jul 21, 2018
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He was a great man. He is my life changer. We love him forever. We miss you very much Harry Patel and family - Posted by: Harry (True supporters ) on: Jul 21, 2018
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Sorry to read of your loss, Kevin. Your Dad sounded like a remarkable man. Take care. - Posted by: Grant Panchuk (Kevin's former teacher) on: Jul 21, 2018
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My heart goes out to Nancy, Kevin, Brett, and their extended families. I have known Don for almost 50 years and I consider him as one of the nicest and generous persons you could ever meet, Whenever we ran into each other, it was always a time to catch up. He would always ask me about my family and how everyone was doing. A couple of my nieces as well as two of my younger brothers worked for the Toynes and were always treated well and with the upmost respect. He will be missed by all his friends and business associates, of which there are too many to list. I know I will remember all the good times we shared, and his infectious laugh. Peace to your family Nancy and especially, Peace to Don, you will be missed. Rod Suggitt - Posted by: Rodney Suggitt (Very good friend) on: Jul 21, 2018
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I had know Don since he took over the Subway on Kildare many years ago. He gave me the chance to move onto managing his brand new Subway at Kildonan Place. That was a great learning experience and I enjoyed working for Don and Nancy. I could see the love between them and so very sad to hear that he passed away. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Cheryl Sokol (Past manager ) on: Jul 21, 2018
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