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Donald Winch Obituary
WINCH - Donald Ernest Arthur Born Grace Hospital, March 25th, 1930, he passed away peacefully March 3rd, 2009. Don is survived by long time partner Fran Walton and family, Daughters Sandy Newcomb (Audley), Linda Tyrrell (Chris), Gale Deloume (John), Leslie Winch, Stepson Tom Taylor (Sharon), 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents Harold and Dorothy, wife Helen, Brother Gerald and Sister Shirley. He retired as a Foreman from the city of Vancouver Engineering Department (roads). He was a long time member of the Royal Canadian legion serving in many positions, on the board of directors for New Chelsea Society, George Darby Hospital and a member of the Premiers Council on Seniors Aging. He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. A celebration of life will be held at Branch 148 Legion Hall, 4356 Hastings Street, North Burnaby, Saturday, March 14th at 1 o'clock. In lieu of flowers a donation in his name can be made to the Canadian Diabetes or Heart & Stroke Foundation.View All Photos
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Lee Miller
March 12, 2009
Dearest Fran & Family,
Don will be dearly missed by all of us at New Chelsea Society. Don's continued unwavering support of the Staff and Residents was instrumental in making the Society a well known and recognized Housing Society throughout Canada. I am proud to have known Don for over 30 years and to be able to call him my Mentor and friend. You are all in our thoughts and Prayers during this very difficult time.
All my love,
Lee Miller
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