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DONALD JASON GABEL
It is with overwhelming sadness that we announce the passing of Donald on March 25, 2023, at the age of 92 years.
He will be deeply missed by his daughter Lisa, son Kenneth, grandson Shane Gabel, his sister Carol Reinisch as well as nephew and nieces, Leanne, Warren and Kristen, and other family and friends.
Donald was predeceased by the "love of his life" his wife of 64 years, Valerie (March 2022, nee Bodnarchuk), his father Frederick (1963), his mother Caroline Gabel (1998, nee Konzelman), his brother Lawrence (2007), his sister Marjorie McIvor (2013, nee Gabel) and nephew James (Jim) McIvor (2019).
Donald was born and raised in Winnipeg's North End where he attended Aberdeen School and Isaac Newton. For the summer months, Don and Lawrence would stay with their grandparents on the farm near Camper.
Dad met the "love of his life" Valerie, through his brother and his friend Ed ... After asking Valerie to accompany him on a drive to Portage La Prairie, Don pulled over along the highway and proposed ... Mom knew something was up... dad could never hide anything from mom. Thanks to his sister, Marg, dad's engagement ring was a success.
Dad enjoyed going to the family cabin at Gull Lake. The cabin was a labour of love and a lot of sweat equity was put into the property, but there was always boating, fishing, horseshoes, card games, swimming, canoeing, berry picking, walks down John Street, and just being with his family.
Don started working for MacDonald Brothers Aircraft which was renamed Bristol Aerospace. Don retired as a Foreman after 44 years of service.
He was the best dad - supportive, encouraging, and willing to listen...
Dad/Don you will forever be in our hearts, we love you so much and we miss you... till we meet again! We're sure when you meet Mom she'll say "Where have you been..."
Cremation has taken place and per Don's wishes, a family gathering will be held at Brookside Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations to honour Donald's memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice.
The Obituary may also be viewed and condolences shared at www.cropo.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 01, 2023
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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No one could ask for a better neighbor. - Posted by: Danny Card (neighbor) on: Apr 04, 2023
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Lisa I am so sorry to hear that your dad passed away so soon after you lost your mom. I want to extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you, Ken and Shane. - Posted by: Dianne Kennedy (family friend) on: Apr 01, 2023
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Don and family where neighbours of ours when I was growing up at Gull Lake. We often said "...you couldn't ask for nicer neighbours". I offer our deepest condolences on behalf of the entire Card clan, living and crossed over! - Posted by: Gary Card (Friend ) on: Apr 01, 2023