Don is predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Violet Taylor, twin brother Bill, nephew Darren, sister Judy Walker and brother Arthur (at childbirth). He is survived by his ex-wife Lois (Scerbo), sons Robert and Gary, granddaughter Nicole, nephews Ryan Walker, Regan Walker and Jason Scerbo, nieces Renee Walker, Lori Taylor, Shannon Taylor and Lisa (Scerbo) Galloway; and numerous grand nieces and nephews. He loved and was very proud of each and every one.
Don was born in Winnipeg and grew up in Transcona, Manitoba where he worked as a Carman for the CNR in the Transcona Shops and Symington Yards. He later moved his young family to Kelowna, BC where he and Lois owned the Mr. and Mrs. Leather store on Ellis Street and Bernard Avenue and the Leather Shop in Orchard Park Mall.
He was an avid and passionate sports enthusiast. In his younger years Don excelled at weightlifting. He later enjoyed bowling and golfing with family and friends. In Kelowna, he and Lois could be found cheering on Robert and Gary in many sports and was a founding investor in the Okanagan Gold soccer team of the Pacific Coast Soccer league.
He most loved spending summers at the family cottage at Malachi lake in Ontario as a young boy, swimming and fishing, all the way into his late 70’s, with his beloved golden retriever Misty. His training as a Carman served him well as he expertly took on many work projects at the lake. As a senior he enjoyed winters vacationing at Lake Chapala in Mexico.
Don will be remembered for his strong personality, story-telling, infectious laugh and sense of humour. He will be greatly missed as we hold him and our many fond memories close to our hearts. We’re comforted in knowing he is in heaven, fishing for pickerel, with his brothers, sister, Mother and Father again.
Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Kelowna General Hospital who cared for Dad during his final days and for everyone’s condolences on social media. In keeping with Don’s wishes, cremation has taken place and his ashes will be spread at Malachi in the Spring. A private family gathering will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your local hospice.
“God saw you getting tired and cure was not to be
He wrapped him in His loving arms and whispered “Come with Me”
He suffered much in silence, his sprit did not bend,
He faced his pain with courage until the very end.
He tried so hard to stay with us, but his fight was not in vain
God took him to His loving home and freed him from his pain.”
We love you Dad and Grandpa. In our hearts you’ll live forever.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.valleyviewfuneralhome.com for the Taylor family.
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