Donavon Caldwell

Donavon Caldwell

Donavon Caldwell Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 26 to May 27, 2009.
CALDWELL, Donavon Christopher June 30, 1977 May 24, 2009 After a long courageous battle with heart disease, Donavon passed away peacefully in his sleep at home. He was predeceased by his father Don Moore; grandparents Alek Caldwell and Eileen Caldwell (nee Delorme); great grandparents Theodore and Celina Delorme; brothers Ted Caldwell, Barrie Caldwell and Gary Kay; nephew Greg Blondeau; and special friend Everet Mantee. Donavon is survived by his loving wife Lynsey; son Jalen; daughters Katie, Hannah and Sydney; mother Rosalind Caldwell; brothers Ron, Grover (Melanie), Frank (Sherrie) and Daryll (Loralei); aunties Norma Caldwell, Gloria (Bill) Chatheral, Eileen Sweet Pea (Louis) and Greg Caldwell; very special nephew Jordan; as well as numerous loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Donavon enriched the lives of many people and will be sadly missed by his special friends and extended family Tim Quewezance, David Cowan, Robert Severight, Ken Lavallee, Kim Sutherland, Dustin Browne, Donald, Jane and Michelle Smith, Gordon and Isobel Brown and all his co-workers at RTSIS and Street Culture Project. Donavon will be missed by all who knew him. He was a loving husband, caring friend and a wonderful father to his four children. Donavon touched the lives of many people with his kind heart and words of wisdom far beyond his years. Although his illness was debilitating at times Donavon continued to live his life to the fullest and his last month was filled with joy, happiness, laughter, family and friends. A TRADITIONAL WAKE will be held at Regina Metis Sports and Culture, 1235 2nd Avenue North, Regina, SK on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. with Elder Mike Pinay officiating. A FUNERAL SERVICE will be held at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina, SK on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Family and friends are invited to sign the online book of condolences at www.regina-memorial.ca . Arrangements entrusted to

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Verna Smoker

June 11, 2009

I had the honor of meeting Donovan through the Pool League a while back. Crazee times to remember and keep in our memories. Donovon was such a caring person. He loved his family to lifes extent. He enjoyed painting faces (especially on Ochapowace faces hehehe) was a good pool player. Our condolences to his family, his wife and most greatly his...children and all youth that he inspired to live better lives. We are going to miss him. Our sympathy goes out to Lydsay and family. Sympathy goes out to all who knows him through the pool league...pool he loved! My heart goes out to all in sorrow. Meegweetch!

sheena tanner

June 11, 2009

my prayers N thoughtz are still with you lyndsey. kidz, N neda N fatty!!
shebo

Steve, Kandice and Lil Steve Iron

May 28, 2009

We knew Donovan through the Panther Pool League a few years back. Donovon was such a caring a person, he showed absolute concern for people in need. He was a good pool player, better yet a role model for our youth. We are going to miss him. Our sympathy goes out to Lydsay and family.

May 28, 2009

I am so sorry for you loss, Donnie will be missed by all who knew him well and all those who were just getting to know him. I for one, fit in that category. He was a kind and wonderful individual who's heart was always there for the youth. He warmth and kind ways will be surely missed. Bonnie Peigan, CTK, Sk

Tania Klyne

May 28, 2009

Sorry to hear about your loss ...Donavon was a generous and caring and loving person.Who always had a heart of gold,he will be sadly missed by his friends and loved ones.may god be with the Caldwell family in their time of sorrow.May you, Donavon have a safe journey to the spirit world .R.I.P my friend .

May 28, 2009

to the caldwell family
you will be sadley missed and rememberd RIP my friend

from Dawn Schoenthal and family

Connie Brinda

May 28, 2009

To Lyndsey, Children & Family I am so sorry to hear the passing of Donavon. I remember when we lived next door to you guys, he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved his kids and Lyndsey. I remember how happy you guys were together and that's what you need to remember. All though he died so young you and your children will have good memories to share forever. My deepest condolences to all who knew him.

Darlene

May 27, 2009

My sympathy to the family. I went to elemenatary school with Donavon. He was a great guy. A friend like no other. I had the wonderful opportunity to meet his wife and introduce him to my children.
Always with a smile, he could light up the room.
You will be missed.

Mick & Julie Tallon

May 27, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gerry Wurtak PDYC

May 27, 2009

Donavon will be sadly missed by all that have met him. His gentle demeanor and heart spoken words will be with us forever. He worked with the Youth Organizations where his passion was to help the young people of today – whether it was to get their self esteem to where it would grow to have them become who they really are or to help in their everyday crisis, big or small.
When he was hired to work with us on the Youth Justice Forum 6 yrs ago - he was one of the 12 that stood out as a caring individual that was ready to help change the world.
He always had a great optimistic view – when we had our impromptu meetings at Street Culture Café during breakfast time - that helped in some of my everyday client needs.
When asked about how his children are doing – he would get this smile and look that made it look like he was beaming – and he would proudly tell a story of what one of them had done and have a humorous laugh at the end.
I was so happy for him when he went overseas with David C. To hear him talk of their adventure – put a new spark in his life.
I was always sad for him, as I know everyone also was, when he needed to change his medication and it took a long time to get back to his old happy self.
In closing I will say: Donavon was a great father, spouse and friend who will be missed.
Donavon’s life was way too short, but lucky for everyone, his time with us was meaningful to all he crossed paths with. I will think of him often, as he was the ‘special person’ that worked with us to help change the lives of youth for the betterment of themselves and our community.

Connie Francis

May 27, 2009

Donavon was one of those guys who, when you met them on the street somewhere he really made you feel like he was glad to see you. Genuine and such a happy guy all around. Sending prayers and condolences from my family to yours. God bless.

dori watson

May 27, 2009

I can remmeber his hearty laugh he had as a kid. We went to st.michaels together years ago and he left such a wonderful impression still at that age. God bless you Don, my prayers are with you and your family.

Dave Abbey

May 27, 2009

I remember Donavon from working with Street Culture Kidz before we left Regina some years ago. I recall his positive enthusiasm for all he did.

We join with others in expressing sympathis for his family. May Donavon's memory be a blessing to everyone.

Shana&Donna Blom

May 27, 2009

We knew Donovan and he was a very good man,our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow.God bless you.

Darcy and Karen Tourangeau and Family

May 26, 2009

Rosalind and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all in your time of sorrow. Our hearts go out to all of you in this time of sadness. May all of your wonderful memories bring you peace in this difficult time. Your in our thoughts and prayers.

Melvin Aisaican

May 26, 2009

Rosalid and Caldwell Family: Our prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time. I had the pleasure of meeting Donavin a couple of years ago and he was always a happy person who dearly loved his family and friends. This past summer we met at the Pow-wow in Cowessess to honor family members who had passed away, my heart goes out to the family. When we lost our parents last year Donavin was there to help support our family during our loss. My apologies to the Caldwell family for not able to be at his wake and funeral. He is on his spiritual journey and is with loved ones who has passed onto the spirit world. R.I.P
God bless you all. -Ekosi-

Jen McGilllis

May 26, 2009

I'm sorry to hear about your loss... Donavon was a generous and loyal husband, brother, son and friend. May God bless your family, friends and loved ones!! Rest in Peace...have a safe journey

Ivan Isaac

May 26, 2009

sorry for your loss, may God give you strength to over come your pain and sorrow.
Rest In Peace Donavan
~ W C, Regina, Saskatchewan

W C

May 26, 2009

I am sorry for your loss, may God give you strength to over come your pain and sorrow.
Rest In Peace Donavan

May 26, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, we enjoyed your time you spent with us at our Family Week over the years with the Street Culture Kids. Touchwood Child & Family Services Inc, Staff and Committee of the George Gordon First Nation.

Loretta Bear & family

May 26, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Misty Trombley

May 26, 2009

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family Lynsey, My prayers and thoughts are with all you at this time of grief, He was a caring great dad and person, i will always remember how he offered to do the face painting for Jades Birthday, Such a warm Heart.

Denyse Swanson

May 26, 2009

To the family of Donavon although i didnt know him long his work he was doing to help our troubled young people was good, he will be sadly missed within our organization, deepest condolences.

CHARMAINE SPARVIER

May 26, 2009

our deepest sympathy goes out to his wife and children and the "caldwell family"R.I.P.BRO...with love and compassion."THE SPARVIER FAMILY"...

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