Daniel Robert "Dan" HEMSWORTH

Daniel Robert "Dan" HEMSWORTH obituary

Daniel Robert "Dan" HEMSWORTH

Daniel HEMSWORTH Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Aug. 12, 2017.
HEMSWORTH, Daniel (Dan) Robert
Dan passed peacefully in the comfort of his White Rock home with the Love of his Life of 38 years Susan by his side after a very full and happy life. Born in Central Butte, SK the surviving twin of parents Ed and Jessie Hemsworth, predeceased by his daughter Jane, sisters Jane and Gena. Dan exemplified the expression "a life well lived" enjoying boating, RVing, riding Harleys and being a private pilot throughout his life. Dan showed signs of entrepreneurial skills at an early age to help out the family. He grew into a hard working entrepreneur owning businesses from Saskatchewan, Alberta to Vancouver. Dan was a wonderful husband, father, friend and gracious host of many gatherings over the years, famous for his wicked sense of humour and storytelling. Dan was proud to be sponsored as a Mason by his father. He was the Architect/Captain of the 1st Vancouver Gizeh Shrine Provost Corp Drill Team, Commodore of the Gizeh Shrine Yacht Club and member of the RVYC. Dan is lovingly remembered by his sons Danny (Rea), Bevan (Katherine) and David (Noreen); stepson Rick (Melanie), grandchildren, great-grandchildren and families. Private Family Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gizeh Shriners Children's Hospital of BC &Yukon 3550 Wayburne Drive Burnaby, B.C. V5G 3K9 www.bcshriners.com/donate-now/




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August 19, 2017

Rick & Melanie Hemsworth posted to the memorial.

August 17, 2017

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August 12, 2017

Dan / Rea Hemsworth posted to the memorial.

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"Palmam Qui Meruit Ferat"

Rick & Melanie Hemsworth

August 19, 2017

I did my best to follow, but this time, I will have to wait behind.

Thank you for all of your wisdom, guidance,friendship & Love.

The warmth and generosity that you showed me is a testament to the inner self of the man that I was so blessed to call "Dad" . . . until the end, with Love,

Rick

paul mattu

August 17, 2017

Sue, I just heard of Dan's passing. My heart goes out to you and the family. God bless.

Dan / Rea Hemsworth

August 12, 2017

Free to hear, Free to fly

We will remember always

A husband deeply loved,a father who cared,a proud grandfather,a dedicated son and brother,an uncle admired,a friend steady and true
We will miss your humor and wit, your counsel and advice,your generosity and grace

Until our next dinner
Rest well

Love Dan, Rea and family

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