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Donald Pitkanen Obituary
Of Halifax, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at the age of 81. Born in Geraldton, ON, Don was the son of late Antti and Hanna Pitkanen of Finland. He was a civil engineering instructor at Confederation College in Thunder Bay, ON, as well as being an elementary school teacher in Toronto where he met his life partner of 56 years at the Finn Hall. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Irma; loving son Gregory; granddaughters Aura, Mira, Kaila and JingJing; sister Salme; brother-in-law Arnold Vesterback; nephews Brian, Rick (Shawn), Stephen; extended family in Finland and Canada. Predeceased by his daughter Dawn Cheryl; and nephew Ronnie Vesterback. A private Celebration of Don's Life will be held at a later date. For those wishing, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
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for Donald Pitkanen
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Kaila
February 5, 2021
i love him as my grandfather i did the same message earlier but i will say it again i love you papa. xox
Kaila
February 5, 2021
This was my grand father who past away in his sleep... i love him
Michael Nelson
September 25, 2020
Don was my favourite instructor at Con College ... he really challenged me and inspired me to excel. Thanks Don.
Michael Nelson
CC
Class of 94
Vi Turner
September 29, 2016
Dear Irma, Greg and family.
So very sorry to learn of Don's passing. I have great memories of the Pitkanen family iin Thunder Bay. skiing, dancing, social gatherings, hockey etc. and family weddings. Great times and lots of fun and smiles. I remember Don as a kind loving man and he was so proud of his family. My very sincere sympathy to all as you grief his loss. Treasure all the good times and great memories. Love and God Bless.
Vi Turner
Ottawa On
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Karen (Barr) Wood
September 27, 2016
I had the privilege of working with Don at Confederation College in the Technology Division. A very sweet man. My condolences to the his family and friends.
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