Donald Himes

DONALD HIMES On Monday, January 3, 2011 at age 80. Forever loved and cherished by his surviving spouse Henry Li. Born in Galt, Ontario, the only son of the late Norman and Ruth Himes. Fondly remembered by all who knew him. Don was a passionate musician, dancer, choreographer, composer and master teacher of piano, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and Feldenkrais, which he applied to his piano teaching and became a highly sought-after teacher for injured performers. He recently received le diplôme supérieur honoris causa, the highest honour of the l'Institut Jaques-Dalcroze, Geneva. Don was instrumental in the beginnings of the Toronto Dance Theatre and directed notable productions such as Babar. Generations grew up with his theme song from the Mr. Dressup television show, which he composed and played on air. Cremation has already taken place. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Ave. West (2 lights west of Yonge St.), on Saturday, January 15. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.morleybedford.ca/ condolences.php. If desired, donations may be made to Doctors Without Borders, Plan International Canada, or Canadian Feed The Children.