In Memoriam: Donald Cameron

It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Don Cameron on December 13th after a life well lived.

“His health had taken a turn the last month,” says daughter Wendy, “but his passing was unexpected. Fortunately Mom, Andrew and his wife were with him and my nephews and I got to say goodbye on the phone.”

One of the sweetest men I’ve ever met, Donald always had a smile and a greeting for everyone. He particularly loved children, and never talked down to them. He happily dressed as Santa for several years at the Mission Christmas party.

As a Mason, Donald played in a pipe and drum band, and could occasionally be persuaded to drum for us at church on Christmas Eve or other special occasions. At SouthWest, he sang in the choir and sat on Church Council. At the annual Holly Tea, Donald could always be found selling raffle tickets, often with a young apprentice (Roman, then Theo) by his side.

He was a loving husband to Helen for 67 years, a proud father to Wendy, Andrew and the late Ian, and a devoted grandfather.

We have nothing to report about “arrangements”. As you know, funerals are severely restricted in these Covid times. I can report that Wendy has arrived from Ottawa and will spend Christmas with her mother.

Donald lives on in our memories as we hold his family in prayer.

Amy

A kilted Donald played his drum at the first official service of the newly amalgamated SouthWest United Church; Donald and Helen in October 2013 on the occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary.