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Donald Bruce Haskett

CUYAHOGA FALLS -- Donald Bruce Haskett, 77, died December 2, 2008.

Mr. Haskett was born in London, Ontario, Canada and was a longtime resident of Cuyahoga Falls. He had worked as a tool and die maker for Ford Motor Company for 34 years and had served with the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara; daughter, Maryanne Bailey-Porter; granddaughter, Amanda Bailey; grandson, Steele Porter; and brother, Alan Douglas Haskett. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilfred and Mary Haskett; sister, Mary Doreen Martin; and brother, William "Jim" Haskett.

There will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be conducted in Canada at a later date.


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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Dec. 4, 2008.

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November 29, 2009

Dear Barb,Maryanne, Amanda and Steele,

We remember with fondness our time with you this summer in Port Elgin. It was good to hear heart warming stories about Don.

We pray as time goes on the hurt will be less and the memories warm.

With love Uncle Allan & Mary

Tim Myers

December 6, 2008

Maryanne, Amanda and Steele

I'm so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad and Grandpa. If there's anything at all that your neighbor can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm here for you guys. I pray that you and Barbara all will find comfort, peace and strength. May God bless and keep you all.

Tina Bailey

December 5, 2008

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

Pamela Porter

December 4, 2008

I am so sorry for the lost of your love one (dad, granddad, husband)

I love you all,

Auntie Pam

Dianne Haskett

December 4, 2008

Rest in peace Uncle Don. I am grateful for all you did for me and for all the good memories I have of times together. Aunt Barb and Maryanne, Amanda and Steele are in our hearts and prayers.
Much love,
Dianne (and Jack and Annie)

Dianna Cassidy

December 4, 2008

It was great visiting with Uncle Don in Port Elgin the other year. Uncle Don was a good man always there for his family. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

My heart and prayers go out to Aunt Barb, Amanda, Steele and all his family and friends.

Liza and James

December 4, 2008

Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss, but we know Don will live on through your memories of wonderful times together.

Allan & Mary Haskett

December 4, 2008

Our love & prayers are with you

Allan & Mary Haskett

Debbie Plucinski

December 4, 2008

We are all so sorry for your loss. I know he will be greatly missed.Your family is in our prayers.
Love, Debbie, Mike, Brandon and Justin Plucinski

Amanda Bailey

December 4, 2008

You have impacted my life in so many wonderful ways and have shaped me into who I am today. You will be forever missed. I love you Grandpa.

Steele Porter

December 4, 2008

I miss you Grandpa. I hope you are resting in peace. Love,Steele

Maryanne Bailey-Porter

December 4, 2008

Daddy - I stand with your strength, I pursue with your courage and I live with your memory. Your loving daughter, Maryanne

lorie pirt

December 4, 2008

Thinking of you all always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Love, Lorie Pirt, Matt Fowler, Ariel, Kyle, Maddie & Donavyn also
Love, Lloyd & Karen Keller

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