DON (JOHN DONALD) MCKENZIE

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DON (JOHN DONALD) MCKENZIE With peaceful courage Don McKenzie (John Donald) passed away November 4, 2011, at River East Personal Care Home at the age of 83 years. Treasured memories of him will be held forever by Ruth, wife of 58 years; children, Sandy (Mark), Bruce (Susan), Dean (Melanie), and Lyle (Lori); 14 beloved grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; as well as other family and friends.Don was born on November 23, 1927, in Lashburn, Saskatchewan. He was well known and respected as an agrologist for more than 45 years and as a faithful and dedicated leader and worker at Grace Lutheran Church, and in the East Kildonan community. Don was never one to shy away from hard work, and was always willing to help others using his many creative talents and skills. He had a keen interest in and genuine love for others. We commend him to God in the grace he trusted in throughout his life. A funeral to honour Don's life will be held on Wednesday, November 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 211 Kimberly Avenue, with Rev. Bruce Gelhorn presiding. Viewing will begin at 10:15 a.m. at the church. Interment at Chapel Lawn cemetery will follow a luncheon. Donations may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, The Manitoba Lung Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba. Special thanks to the amazing staff in all departments at River East, especially on Hope Haven and his primary care staff, as well as residents and family who became friends. Your care of Dad/Don, and all of us, with such dignity and respect will not be forgotten. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE (204) 949 2200 nbardal.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 07, 2011