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DONALD BLAIN DRAPER

Date of Passing: Jun 03, 2014

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DONALD BLAIN DRAPER Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Joseph Brant Hospital on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at the age of 73. Don Draper, beloved husband of Anita "Nyn" Draper (nee Bertholet). Treasured father of Michelle Draper and her husband Gary Cavanagh. Cherished Papa of Alex and Katie. Don will be sadly missed by his sister Judy Reid (Laurence) as well as his extended family and friends. Special thank you to Dr. Prodger, nurses Cheryl, Aimee, Stephanie and Melissa, RTs Jeff and Alex and PT Katie at Joseph Brant Hospital for their compassion and care. Don and Nyn operated Tall Pine Lodges in West Hawk Lake, MB for 27 years, until retiring to Burlington. Private family cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, donations made to the Joseph Brant Hospital ICU would be greatly appreciated by the family. (Arrangements entrusted to SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME BURLINGTON, 905-632-3333). www.smithsfh.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 07, 2014

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

  • Nyn and Michelle, I am so sorry to hear about Don. Know that you are both in my thoughts. - Posted by: Dawn Ziemanski () on: Jun 26, 2014

  • Dear Nyn, Michelle, and family, So sorry to hear of Don's passing. I have many good memories of my times working with you and Don. With my Sincere Sympathies, Olive Zimmerman - Posted by: Olive Zimmerman (Past Employee) on: Jun 09, 2014

  • Don and Nyn were vibrant members of the West Hawk/Falcon business community, and good friends, while they lived here. Don was one of the co-founders of the South Whiteshell Fire Department which has been of tremendous benefit to our area over the years. Alec says: I had the privilege of being Don's friend for 35 years. We spent many winters in the Dominican Republic and I know he was respected by many people and will be sadly missed by our many friends in Costambar. - Posted by: Theresa and Alec Young (friends) on: Jun 08, 2014

  • I had the privilege of working for Mr. & Mrs. Draper for 10 years at Tallpine Lodges... .Mr. Draper was an extraordinary gentleman. He was tough and usually right... lol.... and not many people knew of his "hidden" generosity. He was missed when he moved away and some of us still miss the Draper's... my condolences to Mrs. Draper & Michelle & family... - Posted by: Debbie Bradshaw (employee at Tallpine Lodges) on: Jun 07, 2014

  • I had the privilege of working with Don when I was the Executive Vice President of the Tourism Industry Association of Manitoba and Don was our President. He was a delightful man to work for and taught me a lot about the industry and in particular the importance of creating a niche market for your particular resort. He had a winning personality and was a great friend to many. My thoughts and prayers go to Nyn and Michelle. - Posted by: Rita Borthwick (Friend) on: Jun 07, 2014

  • Sorry for your loss Nyn & family... work for you wonderful people. Don was a very honest man and treated everyone as equals... was very supportive to all his employees... Rest In Peace Don.... - Posted by: Eva Fuerst (past employee @Tall Pine Lodges) on: Jun 07, 2014

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