Donald David Wagner

Donald was the youngest of 5 sons born to John and Gladys Wagner on September 22, 1953 in St. Thomas, Ontario. Don was united in marriage to Debra Olson on September 23, 1972 in Fort Frances, Ontario. Shortly thereafter they moved to London, ON where he worked at various jobs. After three years they returned to the Rainy River District where he acquired a job in the local paper mill. He retired from there in 2009. He also enjoyed many hunting trips with his friends and family. He loved being in the great outdoors. He truly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, whether it was sharing a bowl of fresh berries, a tub of ice cream, a trip to Disney World, fishing or camping or a ride in Grandpa’s red truck on the bush roads; he even helped them on their paper route. He loved them dearly.

He leaves behind his wife Debbie; daughter Connie (John) Hendrickson; sons Gary Wagner (companion Andrea Johnston) and Bradley Wagner (Harriette); grandchildren Hunter, Jonathan, Kenneth, Krystal, Gregory and Tyler; foster granddaughters Betty and Melissa; brother Stan (Joan) Wagner; sister-in-law Beverly Wagner as well numerous nieces, nephews and a large extended family.

He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.

He was predeceased by his parents John and Gladys Wagner; infant son Lesley; and brothers Lornie (Agnes), George and Leslie.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 from 7 until 8 p.m. at Green Funeral Home in Fort Frances, ON.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday April 5, 2012 at 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Fort Frances, ON.

The pallbearers will be Stan Zajac, Jack Kellar, Brian Hall, Shawn Ward, Charlie Wagner, Roger Trott, Ted Scott and Bill Tkachuk.

If friends so desire in memoriam donations may be made to KidSport Fort Frances or the UNFC/Community Garden, c/o Green Funeral Home, 600 Reid Avenue, Box 427, Fort Frances, ON, P9A 3M8.

“Today my red ribbon is awarded to a long time friend – Mr. Don Wagner – husband, father, grandfather who passed away Friday at a relatively young age – former truck drive at Abitibi – he enjoyed his workmates and his job – loved to spend time in the great outdoors -&- quality time with his wife, children & grandchildren, retired due to poor health – never lost his sense of humour, his joy for -&- love of life – great role model who was always there for family, friends & always willing to lend a hand up – totally humble, honest, inspiring, caring & compassionate - Don set the bar high, simply because of who he was – the world lost a great man – I will miss him – our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with his wonderful family – RIP my friend – you deserve this award."

-Allan