Donald Alexander Cameron


Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
Donald Alexander Cameron
August 25th, 1931 - April 14th, 2020

Place of Death

Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow

Obituary

Donald Alexander Cameron of Lucknow passed away April 14, 2020 at Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow at the age of 88. He was the beloved husband of his late wife Margaret (nee Miller). Don was born in West Wawanosh Township on August 25, 1931 to his late parents Mary (Durnin) and John Cameron. Dear father of Barbara & Richard Elliott of Teeswater, Colin & Linnea Cameron of RR2, Lucknow, and Rosalea Cameron & Nelson Roy of Salt Lake City, Utah. He will be missed by his grandchildren: Jennifer (Neil), Bill, and Joe (Staci) Elliott; John, Malcolm, Stuart and Duncan Cameron; and Branigan Roy, and great grandchildren: Marley and Rowan Gaspirc; and Orson Elliott. Survived by his sisters- in- law Doris Nicholson and Lois Durnin. Predeceased by brothers- in- law Wilmer Nicholson and Ross Durnin. A private graveside service will be conducted by MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow at Greenhill Cemetery. Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy.

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Message from Don & Ruth Ritchie2020-05-10 16:33:10

So sorry to hear of the passing of your father.  I remember the fun times we shared growing up as neighbours 40+ years ago.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this dificult time.

Don & Ruth

Message from Cheryl and Paul de Greef and family2020-05-06 19:30:03

Our sympathies to all of you! Sorry to hear the sad news about Uncle Don - we will miss him. Wish we were able to get together with you to share fond memories of a special man! You are in our thoughts. Take care!!

Cheryl and Paul de Greef (Shonna, Nicole and Pete)

Message from Paul and Christine MacIntyre2020-04-28 08:44:17

Our sincere condolences on Don's passing.  Many students have special memories of music class and of course his musical concerts.  I remember the first time I saw him driving his Mustang Convertible to school.  You will all treasure his  memories.

Message from Nancy Walden2020-04-23 15:58:20

hi barbara, colin and rosalea...your wonderful parents entrusted babysitting you kids to me (my first...yikes) a few times.  In  my "senior" 20/20 hindsight, you needed no babysitting--you were already well-nurtured by your nurse/mother and musical/teacher/ craftsman/etc father.  I remember those first, Spring weeks in 1967 in the new Brookside School hearing remarkable voice harmonies drifting through the walls from your dad's Gr.8 classroom into my Gr.8 room and wishing we could join in--it must have been unforgettable in his Belfast 1-room teaching yrs for those kids.  Oh yes, and you were nice neighbours across the road too...

 

Message from Murray and Patricia 2020-04-23 14:28:18

We extend our deepest sympathy to you - Barbara, Colin, Rosalea and families on the death of your father. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Murray and Patricia (Thompson) Hunter

Message from Joan pollard2020-04-20 19:41:31

Sincere sympathy to the Cameron family at this sad and difficult time,,,which has been made even more stressful under  the circumstances,, Don was a quite ,charming man with many talents,,,he could do anything,and do it well,,,,,,,,I know ,he has missed your mom for so many years,,,we still have and enjoy  his beautiful end tables he made for our cottage . 

Message from Mary Gaunt2020-04-19 19:53:33

Our sympathy to The Cameron Family on the passing of your father, Don.

Don was my (Mary), first teacher in 1950 in the one room school, SS#3, West Wawanosh Twp., located next door to his home farm.

After school on many winter days, I remember walking home up the road behind Don, trying to follow in his long stride foot prints in the snow.

Sincerely,  Mary B. (Purdon) Gaunt, and                                           Barbara Ann (Purdon) Carey

Parents,  Bill & Mildred (McQuillin) Purdon - 9th Conc. West Wawanosh

 

 

Message from Pete2020-04-18 12:58:08

Richard and family, condolences to you. Take care and be well

Message from Susan Vardy (nee Arnold)2020-04-18 12:51:02

I was saddened to hear of Don's passing.  He was my teacher for 6 years of grade school.  He always remembered me and always gave me a warm welcome whenever I was in Lucknow. Know that he was loved by his students and friends for all these years.

Message from W2020-04-18 09:44:41

To all of Don's family we send our sincere condolences. We were very good friends of Don & Margarets when we were first married. I have ;pictures of Barbara & Brian when they were babes. Brian got his start in Grade one at Belfast with Don & all went on to Brookside. OUr thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sincerely

Walter & Lorraine

Message from John and MaryJo Nelson2020-04-17 20:40:55

We are very sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences. 

Message from Lynne (Anderson) Mann2020-04-17 20:26:50

Mr. Cameron was a well respected teacher at Brookside Public School. And many of his former students, myself included, could still tune a ukulele.  "My dog has fleas!"

My sympathy to the entire Cameron family. 

Message from Joan van der Meer 2020-04-17 18:25:51

Barb,

I am sorry for your loss. 

Message from Lois Walden2020-04-17 17:20:34

My deepest sympathy to the families of Barbara, Colin and Rosalea on the passing of your father, Don.

Message from Grace Alton2020-04-17 17:09:39

Thinking of you Barbara, Colin and Rosalea during this difficult time after hearing of your Dad's passing.

It reminded me how precious time with loved ones can be.

I remember the fun times we shared when we were neighbours 40+ years ago.

Don was my music teacher at Brookside Public School for many years.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

 

Message from Sheila Clarke2020-04-17 16:18:28

I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing, and so sorry we cannot gather to acknowledge this gentle and special man. Most of all I remember the twinkle in his eye as a story was building, or as he saw the funny side of a happening- I loved his wit. There will have to be a commemorative convertible ride this summer. with love and caring, Sheila Clake

Message from Doug and Nancy Aitchison 2020-04-17 16:07:50

Our thoughts are with the family.

Message from Suzanne Alton2020-04-17 14:11:48

 I will never forget the recorder and ukelele classes at Brookside.  Your dad is fondly remembered by many. My sincere condolences to you all.

Message from Shelley Worsell2020-04-17 10:51:00

Our sincere condolences to all of Don's family. He was so proud of each one of you! 

I was fortunate to begin my teaching career with Don, and he was a supportive and encouraging colleague. His dry wit, his musical talents and his spectacular concerts were consistently inspiring. 

We have treasured his friendship throughout the years. He will be missed. 

Bob and Shelley Worsell

Message from Nancy Macintyre2020-04-17 09:23:12

Sincere sympathy to the Cameron family at this sad time.

Don was a quiet man with many talents who stayed close to his roots.

Treasure all your wonderful memories,    Big hugs 

Message from Bill and Suzanne Andrew2020-04-17 08:13:53

Don had a tremendous positive influence on so many kids and adults in our area. Our sincere condolences to all of his family.

Message from Gerda de Vos2020-04-16 22:45:45

Roselea and family ,

Deepest Sympathy .

Thinking of you at this sad time.

Take care, 

Gerda deVos 

Message from Liz Dadson2020-04-16 21:41:57

To all of Mr. Cameron's family, My sincere condolences in the loss of this kind and gentle man. He was my Grade 8 teacher at Brookside Public School a long, long time ago, and he loved music as much as I did. He was a very sensitive and caring man, and I'm sure you will all miss him. God bless you all. Liz (Wilkins) Dadson

Message from Lois Tebbutt2020-04-16 20:21:12

Barbara and Richard, Colin and Linnea & Rosalea and Nelson and families:

 I was saddened to learn of your dad's recent passing. He was such a wonderful mentor to me when I started teaching at Brookside. I have such good memories of those years. His concerts were inspiring and so was he. 

Our sincere condolences,

Wayne and Lois Tebbutt

Message from James Piel2020-04-16 19:59:33

My thoughts and prayers to you all.  Family is forever.  Memories we will always have of the ones we love.

Message from Mary Anne Passmore2020-04-16 14:22:33

Barb, Colin and Rosalea and families. 

Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather. Don always took the time to have a chat and catch up on the family. He was one of the best teachers and family man. He will be missed deeply. Keep your memories close at this difficult time.  Mary anne (Nicholson) Passmore

Message from joanne roy2020-04-16 14:14:35

Rosalea, Nelson and Branigan...We are deeply saddened by your loss. Don was a lovely man and we know that he was a wonderful father and grandfather. Our hearts go out to you and the rest of your family, Rosalea, and we are sending you love, prayers and comfort at this difficult time. Sincere condolences from Helene, Marlene, and Joanne and our families.

Message from Marjorie an George Humphrey2020-04-16 14:01:54

Sorry for your loss,treasure the many happy memories.

 

Message from Angus MacLennan2020-04-16 13:58:09

Dear Barbara, Colin and Rosalea and families,

We are very sorry to learn of the death of your father.

He meant a great deal to me as a teacher, vice principal and friend as we worked together at Brookside Public School. His contrbutions to the music programme was always great. And his outstanding Christmas and Spring concerts were special occasions to be remembered.

Our condolences to you and yours at this time of sadness and we wish the situation were different so we could e there to great you and give you a hug.

God bless,

Angus and Nancy MacLennan

Message from Jean Schiestel2020-04-16 13:18:38

To Barb,  Richard and family.   My thoughts are with you at this time.     Jean

Message from Brad, Becky and taylor Humphrey2020-04-16 12:57:08

Very sorry for your loss. Don was a great teacher and a very talented woodworker.

Message from Celia Chandler2020-04-16 10:34:35

Mr. Cameron taught me grade 8 at Brookside - a very long time ago (40 years!).   Although I'd be a bit rusty, I could likely still parse a sentence and play the recorder, all thanks to him.    

My condolences to Ros and the rest of the family.

Message from Kathy Gibson 2020-04-16 10:27:27

So sorry for your loss . My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow  Kathy Gibson 

Message from Bob & Jjune Gilchrist2020-04-16 10:01:07

Sending sincere concolences to the families of Don Cameron and thinking of you at this sad time. We had some good visits with him a year ago when he was in hospital. He will be missed. Bob & June

Message from Colleen Moran2020-04-16 08:19:54

My Deepest Sympathy Barb and family. 

Message from John and Jean Culliton2020-04-16 01:05:26

So sorry for the loss of your father Barb.  Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family during this most difficult time. 

Message from Dorothy Bourdeau2020-04-15 21:02:00

To the Cameron Family:

Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather.

Mr. Cameron was a favourite teacher of mine about 1950 or so.

He taught in the little school house just down the road from where he lived.

With deepest sympathy,

Dorothy Bourdeau

Message from Rod Campbell / Robin Farley2020-04-15 17:04:48

Colin and Linnea, condolences to you and family. I have a few fond memories of being with Don. I will keep him and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Love to all of you!

Robin and Rod Campbell

Message from Ross&Elaine Errington2020-04-15 16:20:04

Our deepest  sympathy to the family. i worked with Don for 14 years.