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Douglas Dakin Obituary
Doug is survived Ella, his loving wife of 64 years, his sons John Dakin (Kim) and Greg Dakin, and his daughter Dawn Marie Runstedler (John). He will be missed by his grandchildren: Brianne Dakin, Lainie and Addison Spencer, Daniel and Emily Dakin, Ben Runstedler (Kyla) Rachel Carter (Jordan), Michelle Helder (Zack) and Mike Runstedler. Dearly loved by many great-grandsons: Aiden and Owen Doyle, Everett Steever, James, Levi and Nicholas Carter, and Noah Helder. Doug is predeceased by his parents Edward (d.1979) and Ada Dakin (d.1987) and his grandson Graham Dakin (d. 2010).
Always working hard to provide for his family, he worked at ITT Aimco in St. Catharines, Mississauga and Tonawanda New York for 25 years as Plant Manager and later President. He became President of Hendrickson Manufacturing in Stratford Ontario in 1984 and finished his career in 1994 as President of Clemmer Industries in Waterloo, Ontario.
Doug was a true sportsman- an avid hunter, outdoorsman and expert sporting dog trainer. Growing up in St. Catharines, Doug played fastball, hardball, football and as an adult found a passion for racquetball. He shared this love of sports with others, coaching softball and hockey at the Grantham Optimist Club in St. Catharines.
There wasn't anyone he would rather watch play sports than his children and grandchildren. Behind the team bus, Doug would drive, never missing a hockey game. His whistle could be heard over the roar of a crowd, sharing his support when a game got tough. He was proud to be cheering on his family at the rink, rowing course, baseball diamond, or basketball court- sometimes all in the same weekend!
Friends will be received at W.G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron St.
Stratford, on Saturday March 4, 2023 at 1 pm with service beginning at 2 pm.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Dakin
34 Entries
Andre Barrette
March 9, 2023
My deepest condolences and prayers to Dakin family.
Chris Ridley
March 7, 2023
Sorry to read of your Dad´s passing Greg. Deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Glenn Baraniuk
March 6, 2023
My deepest condolences and prayers to John and the entire Dakin family.Growing up with John it was Doug that made me excel to be a better hockey and baseball player.R.I.P Doug.
Cindy Holmes
March 6, 2023
Dawn and family sending you love and prayers as you mourn the loss of your Father.
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Linda Torretto(Cleland)
March 4, 2023
My sincere condolences to the Dakin family. Mr Dakin was a great guy. I have fond memories of our Dads coaching and watching all the games with my Mom Arlene and Ella back in the day at the ballpark. So sad to see all the great ones passing away. Take care.
Gerry Gamble
March 4, 2023
1962 Peninsula Press Pirates Legion baseball champs
Gerry Gamble
March 3, 2023
I am saddened to hear of Doug's passing. He was one of the coaches on our team (the Peninsula Press Pirates) in 1962 when we won the Legion Major Baseball League championship. Great coach and a nice guy. May he rest in peace.
My condolences to John and all your family.
Tammara Spears
March 3, 2023
Greg & Dan....My Deepest Sympathies in the loss of Your Father and Grandfather...may he Rest in Peace
Yvonne dejong
March 3, 2023
John and family,
So many wonderful memories of your Dad cheering on the Redcoats !
I am so terribly sorry for your huge loss
My heartfelt condolences John
Mike Fitzgerald
March 3, 2023
My sincerest condolences go out to John and the entire Dakin family. Not a game went by without Doug in the stands cheering on the Redcoats. It was always good to share a word or two after the games. Rest In Peace Doug!
Sue Castlehow-Hoover
March 3, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Dakin family, I have fond memories of Doug and Ella from when they lived in St. Catharines. We shared many stories of Bri and my daughter from their time in high school.
Doug and Dolores Howard
March 3, 2023
Condolences to the Dakin family , Dolores always enjoyed Doug's conversations .
Theodore / Colleen Curvin
March 3, 2023
R.I.P. coach , sincere condolences to the Dakin Family
Barb Paris
March 3, 2023
My deepest sympathies to John and family, your Dad was a lovely man. Hold on to your memories.
KEVIN MACTAVISH
March 2, 2023
Sorry to hear of your loss John.
Kevin MacTavish
Carrie Toews
March 2, 2023
Thinking of you at this difficult time, and wishing you comfort and peace. Gone but not forgotten, forever in our hearts.
Gary Athoe
March 2, 2023
Greg, thoughts and prayers.
Jim Bradley
March 2, 2023
I was privileged to coach hockey and fastball with Doug and admired his knowledge of and commitment to the teams. He was a close friend that all of us will remember fondly.
Pete Mitchell
March 2, 2023
Dear John My condolences to you and your family for the loss of your father. Remember all them great times you had with him. He will always be with you. Pete Mitchell
Doug Foxton
March 2, 2023
I had the pleasure to play fastball for Doug back in the 1970´s. I also had the opportunity to play golf with him and his son John a few years ago. My condolences to John and the entire Dakin family. RIP Doug.
Lori and Leonard Berry
March 2, 2023
John and Family
Thinking of you during this difficult time
Leonard, Lori and Travis
Blake Bellinger
March 2, 2023
I worked with Doug at Aimco and as a young boy visited him and Ella at their home in St. Catharines to see all the puppies he raised. Doug was like a father to me and I thought the world of him. He helped me through some tough times. He will always have a warm spot in my heart. my sincerest condolences to Ella and the family
Bob Kennedy
March 2, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Dakin family on passing of Doug. I know that from my years at Grantham Optimist that he was admired for his involvement in the youth program. May he rest in peace
Robbie Rotz
March 2, 2023
I coached John in midget hockey. As good a player as you were,your dad was an even a better hockey dad!
Ken Burns
March 2, 2023
Condolences to the Dakin family , R.I.P. coach
Ken Burns
Tim Rogers
March 2, 2023
Dan and Family:
Sorry to hear of your Dad´s passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Tim Rogers
John McKechnie
March 2, 2023
Condolences to the family from a former ITT Aimco worker.
Ron Donovan
March 2, 2023
My condolences to the Dakin family on the loss of their father Doug. May he RIP and may his memory be a blessing.
Kellie Edgar
March 2, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with your family.
Kellie Edgar
John and Debbie McMann
March 2, 2023
Our Condolences to the Dakin family. I worked for 30 years at ITT Amico With Doug as plant manager and also with Greg for a few. He was a good man to work for.
Gerry Michaud
March 2, 2023
I'm so sorry to learn of my childhood pal's death. I have many great memories of our boyhood summers spent at Jones Beach in Port Weller East. We chased girls, sold dew worms to the local fishermen, emptied the "honey pots" for our parents at Burrell's out house, swam in the lake and canal, usually at the small boat dock where we road our bikes into the water at high speed and then had to retrieve them with a boat hook and rope.
Years later we met again as friendly adversaries at the bargaining table. Doug negotiated on the Company's behalf and of course I represented the UAW as we were called then. Doug lived a full life and I offer my condolences to his family.
Bobby McLaren
March 2, 2023
The Entire Dakin Family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless...
Mr. Blair M. Phillips
March 2, 2023
Mr. Dakin coached me in hockey and baseball. Always polite and respectful to both of my parents. Sincere condolences to Mrs. Dakin & the family.
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