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Memories and Condolences
for Donald DEKKER
36 Entries
Sarah Slonetsky
September 16, 2013
R.I.P Donny Dekker 11/30/1988-09/16/12.
1 year has passed, but he still remains in our thoughts, memories, and hearts.
Donny was a genuine and loyal friend who has been, and will continue to be greatly missed in my life. True friends are hard to find, and I feel very thankful I had the honour of having him as one of mine. I have many memories to cherish and I will never forget the experiences we shared together. Gone, but never, ever, forgotten. Love and miss you, Donny <3
Malin Holmquist
May 26, 2013
Dearest Dekker and Polhamus families,
My name is Malin Holmquist and I grew up nextdoor to Dot and Merritt. We lived on Fairchild and shared a fence between our backyards. I was remembering old times spent in the neighbourhood and came to think of that cute little guy named Donny that always used to jump the fence and come hang out with us in our yard. I remember him as being sweet and very chatty and quite eloquent beyond his young years. He was a pretty funny little guy and I was always so happy to hear his cheerful little hello through the fence. I don't quite know why he popped into my head the other day after so many years but I was glad he did because I remember him very fondly. After searching about him I was saddened to learn of his passing. He passed so young but it's clear he used his short time on this earth in the very best way - by sharing his kindness with so many. Even as a young boy one could see he was a very special and rare person. I'm thankful to have him be a part of my fondest memories of home.
Malin
Jared
February 17, 2013
In my short time knowing Don, I discovered him to be a kind man who was incredibly generous with his time.
I'll never forget his professional contributions and short personal friendship.
I was absolutely shocked to discover his passing, and I send nothing but my deepest condolences.
Mike
January 13, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. I didn't know Don personally but he was a well liked member of our online community. I would have liked to have met Don.
Leslie McGhee
October 6, 2012
I am so saddened and shocked by the death of Donny. We were away when he passed and just found out. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Donny and I go way back. I taught him at Regency and he was always a very special to me. He had a good heart. He was sensitive and sweet. A gentle giant. He loved Harry Potter so much. It was his love of those books that made him work hard to get his reading and writing skills up to the rest of the group. He loved his family and often spoke of his grandparents and his two little brothers.
My husband and I were just speaking to him recently at the Sunday night Classic Car show at the Aurora Canadian Tire. I had not seen him for a few years but he gave me a warm hug and we talked about his Volkswagon, his life and his grandparents. I just can't believe he is gone. So young...just so young. I will always remember him because he touched our lives in a special way. I will miss your smile.
Sincerely, Leslie McGhee and Walter
September 23, 2012
Even though we could not be with you and your family today, we are thinking of you.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donna Carson and family.
Donald Scott Polhamus
September 23, 2012
Aunt Dot, Uncle Merritt, Karen and family,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Marilyn & Kevin
September 23, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Polhamus and Dekker family. It's a tragic Loss of a Life cut way too short. Donny will be Greatly Missed by Many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
XOXO Marilyn & Kevin
Ray Danuk Tiffany Bley
September 22, 2012
Don was a great friend of ours. One of those rare ones that would drop everything in your time of need to help. Its been hard accepting that you are no longer with us. But we know that this is not the end. Its rare in this day and age that you meet someone with such a big heart and kind soul. You will be truly missed by both of us.
Ray Danuk and Tiffany Bley
September 22, 2012
Karen & family, Dot& Merritt: It is with a very heavy and saddened heart that we write this message. Words can never be enough on how we feel and how our hearts go out to you. Donny was a son/grandson that you could be very proud of. He was kind, gentle, polite. I always got the biggest and best bear hug from him. He will truly be missed at family functions, but will always be in our hearts and memories forvever. With all our love Uncle George & Aunt Denise
Brenda Pettit
September 22, 2012
We are filled with such sadness to lose such a wonderful person in our lives. We reminise the fond memories we have of Donny having known him from childhood and into the wonderful man he grew to become. We feel privileged to have such fond memories of Donny and will always cherish and share them with his loved ones. Our sincere condolences to Dot, Merrit, Karen and Family during this difficult time. We miss him terribly. On behalf of the Pettit Family I want to express that our love and support will always be constant and Donny will remain in our hearts. Here when you need us.....Brenda, Brian, Melanie and Christopher Pettit.
John Slonetsky
September 21, 2012
Dear Donny,
I'm so grateful to have known you. You've been a wonderful friend, and will always hold a special place in my heart.
Time spent with you was always uplifting, and I appreciate what the subtle lessons while in your presense have taught me.
I pray that all who are grieving your passing can find comfort in knowing that your kind and gentle spirit will live forever.
I love you Donny. May you rest in peace.
September 21, 2012
Dorothy;
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family,we can't imagine your pain but are praying with God's help and family and friends you will always have special memories of your time with Donold.
Marion (Rowntree)Russell, Bill Rowntree and Susanne(Rowntree) Artichuk
Darlene Wells
September 21, 2012
Our sincere condolences to Donny's family and friends. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the great sorrow, May looking back in fond memories help to comfort you tomorrow. May you find some comfort in knowing that an angel is watching over you. God Bless, Warmest Wishes & Prayers; (Sylvia/Mikes sister) Darlene & Family
September 21, 2012
Lorna, Niall & Conall McCluskey
September 21, 2012
I only met Donny a couple of times while visiting Dot and Merritt while Niall and Conall met him more often... Our thoughts are with the Polhamus, Dekker and Grenier families during this difficult time
September 21, 2012
To Karen and family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Grace Polhamus
Bonnie Ayrhart(Polhamus)
September 20, 2012
Marla Sparks
September 20, 2012
The Cartwright family sends our thoughts and prayers to all of you. We have fond memories of Donnie at the cottage and especially of the chats he had with Dad at the big cottage. Keep your memories close to your heart and they will give you peace when you need it most.
Jordan Findlay
September 20, 2012
Dear Donny,
It was awesome knowing you. You were a really great person and I will miss you. I will never forget how kind you were and your welcoming smile. I am very sorry for everyones loss and My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest In Peace Donny!
September 20, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Polhamus, and Dekker families for your tragic loss. I know words are of little comfort, but may your hearts find some peace in fond memories of Donnie.
Vivien Lonergan & family
Donny's 23 birthday. November 30th 2011
Karen Polhamus
September 20, 2012
Donny was my first born son. He was a very special person who always had a smile on his face. He was a great son with a big heart. A piece of me died with him the other night, and a new piece is growing big and strong from all the love and support you have all given us. I am overwhelmed by the love and support. I will miss him so much.
Sarah Slonetsky
September 20, 2012
No words can describe the loss felt by Donny's passing. I will always remember him as the special person he was, and a true and loyal friend. We experienced many great times together, filled with fun, friends and laughter. I will cherish these memories, always. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
We had many fun times together
Sarah Slonetsky
September 20, 2012
<3 Donny and Friends <3
Sarah Slonetsky
September 20, 2012
Kristie Webster
September 20, 2012
Donnie was an excellent friend and he will be truely missed by friends and family. To Donnie's entire family, we are soo sorry for ur loss. He was a wonderful, kind, caring, loveable guy, who always liked to make people laugh. We are soo sorry this happened to a great guy.
Kristie, James and Savannah Webster
DAWN GREGOR
September 20, 2012
ITS BEEN SO LONG SINCE I SAW ALL OF YOU TO KAREN ITS DAWN IM SORRY FOR YOU SONS PASSING I REMEMBER HIM AS A KIDS AND I REMEMBER STAYING AT YOUR PARENTS PLACE ON CUMMER THAT WAS SOOOO LONG AGO HE IS SO YOUNG I HAVE NO IDEA WHY THESE THINGS HAPPEN BUT I BELIEVE HE IS STILL WITH YOU ALL ONLY A BODY DIES YOUR SOUL LIVES ON FOREVER I WILL BE THERE SATERDAY WITH MY NANNY MARY TAKE CARE TRY TO STAY STRONG X0X0X0X0X
Debbie Watt
September 20, 2012
Dear Karen and Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you. My Donny live forever in your hearts.
Sincerly,
Debbie Watt
Leah, Lee, Elora, Beauen, Skyler, and Taytum Findlay-Cash
September 20, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. We only got to enjoy small amounts of time with Donny but, every time we did connect - Donny always had welcoming smiles and was wonderful company, we will cherish that time forever. Donny will be sadly missed by all who knew him. We want to express our deepest condolences to Karen, Daniel, Damien, Alex, Dot and Merritt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. No words are comforting for you I'm sure, we are so terribly sorry for your loss.
Brian Dekker
September 20, 2012
As everyone else, I was truly saddened to learn of Donny's passing. I know it wasn't until recent, that Donny and I were able to connect again - but, I will truly miss my son and will cherish his memories.
The Dekker Family
September 20, 2012
We may never understand why Donny left this earth so soon, or why he left before we were ready to say good-bye. But little by little, we begin to remember not just that he died, but that he lived and when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Donny will truly be missed, but he'll always remain in our hearts and memories.
John (Celina), Vic (Pennie), Clark (Lynn + Jenepher) and Brian (Gladys)
September 20, 2012
Uncle Merritt, Aunt Dot, Karen & Family; No amount of words could possible fill the void left in your hearts by Donnys passing. Please know that our thoughts are with you now and always.
Love Sue, Finn & Skylar
Daniel Jacobs
September 19, 2012
I didn't know Donald, but I was very touched by his passing. May he rest in peace. I wish his family the best.
Sylvia Richard/McCluskey
September 18, 2012
"Donny" this is not goodbye, but one day we will meet again.
Karen and family we are so sorry to hear of Donnys passing.
Donny was a wonderful son, grandson, brother, nephew and friend Donny will be sadly missed by us all who knew him. This is a very hard and troubling time for all of us ..
We were so heartbroken to hear the news, and I want your family to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I will always remember "DONNY " the gentle giant's love for his family and friends and the intresting ideas he enjoyed to create with his own hands.
There is a great void to be filled by Donnys passing, but I know that the depth of love that you and your family share that will pull you through this very troubling time.
We honor Donnys memory with love and have wonderful memories to share of donny and his happy times with family and friends.
May God bless and comfort you and your family,
Sylvia Richard, Michael McCluskey
September 18, 2012
Donny our Dearheart,
It was a blessing to watch you grow up to the fine young man you had become, and although you are sorely missed you will always be in our hearts. Dottie, Merritt, Karen and Family, thank you for sharing Donny with us,he made the world a better place. Our sincerest condolences and prayers are with you at this time.
Love Mary and Stacey
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