Donald P. Medland

Don is survived by his caring wife of 41 years, Jacquie, his stepson Michael (Lisa) Dunsmuir and their children, Curtis and Aidan, stepdaughters Carlie (Steve) Vanschaik and son Nathan, Jean (Tim) O’Gorman and their children, Grayson, Ella and Fia; sons Don (Connie) Medland and their children Christopher (Bethany), Kaitlin and Lindsay, Ron Medland and Michael Medland; daughters Linda (Jeff) Davis; Susan (Greg) McKelvie and their son Ryan (Kimberly) McKelvie; and granddaughter Samantha Robbie. Don was predeceased by two of his children and Frank and Pat.

He is also survived by his first wife Carolyn Medland.

Don was the 3rd of 4 children, predeceased by bothers Jack and Earl he is survived by Tom, his youngest brother.

Don was taught by his parents at an early age the value of hard work, and instilled this work ethic into all his children. He began by delivering groceries on his bicycle, working on his grandparent’s farm, then working in the family moving company for many years.

Throughout his 50 years of driving 18 wheelers, he travelled 5 million miles across Canada and the USA. He had great stories of his experiences. He raised two families (10 children), with the able assistance of 2 good women.

Don tackled everything with great energy, enthusiasm and gusto. He could move anything, fix anything and build anything.

He and Jacquie had many different RVs. From tenting to a fifth wheel, they travelled extensively, belonged to a RV Club and enjoyed many happy adventures with their friends and family.

We offer special thanks to the marvellous nurses and health care workers on 4A Victoria General Hospital, who made Don as comfortable as possible, as well as Dr. A. Marthyman and Dr. B. Sanders.

A celebration of life will be held on February 20, 2017 at 2 pm at First Memorial on Fort Street. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to Cancer Society. Thanks to all those who have provided love and support to Don's family during this difficult time. Take 'er cool Don!

Arrangements under the direction of First Memorial Funeral Services, Victoria, BC.