Donald Anthony Homer

Due to the number of people expected to attend Don's Celebration of Life, we felt it necessary to change to a larger venue. Don's Celebration of Life will now be held at:

Pinnacle Hotel At The Pier, 138 Victory Ship Way, Ballroom Level, North Vancouver, BC

Sunday, September 24, 2023 1:30-4:30pm

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Father, Grandfather and friend in his 83rd year. Don passed away unexpectantly but peacefully on Monday July 24, 2023 at Lions Gate Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Don was predeceased by his loving wife of 50 years, Johanne, just last year. Survived by son Kris (Charlene) and granddaughters Danielle and Elisa; daughter Karen Todd and grandson Matthew and granddaughter Samantha.

The youngest of three children, Don was born to Ted (Slim) and Mary (Mitzi) Homer in 1940 and was raised in North Vancouver. A natural and gifted athlete, Don played College football in Washington State on a sports scholarship after graduating from High School. But he was perhaps best known as an amateur heavyweight boxing champion having boxed in the Canadian National Championships in Vancouver in 1964. Whether it be snow or water skiing, tennis or golf, Don excelled. Up until his passing he was an active member of a walking and fitness club. Don also had a great passion for vintage cars. We will all miss the rides through Edgemont Village or down to Ambleside on sunny days in his vintage Ford.

Once Don met and married Johanne, he left his position at Belkin Packaging and returned to UBC in his 30’s to obtain his MBA and eventually settled into a successful career as a real estate agent. He helped hundreds of North Shore families buy and sell real estate throughout his career.

Charismatic and boisterous is an understatement. Don’s playful, teasing nature (no one was exempt) and dry sense of humour, ensured a long list of cherished lifelong friendships. We will all miss the stories, antics, his endless enthusiasm and laughter… and for those who knew him best… his ape calls.

Our family would once again like to express our immense gratitude to Dr. Susan Chow and all the medical staff at Lions Gate Hospital for their outstanding care and valiant efforts made on Don’s behalf in his final days. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that people donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.

A private service was held for family.

Forever with Johanne now.