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Carolyn & Jim Barnett and Family posted a condolence
Dear Darlene & Ian,
Our family was deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Don's passing. Please know that the neighbours from Brien Ave. East are thinking of you as well. Sending sincere sympathy.
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Bob Johnston posted a condolence
I was shocked saddened to hear that Don passed away. We had many great memories in Essex. I spent many hours with Don practising music and having fun. He had a great sense of humour and was a gentleman. He was a good friend. And I just learned about Don Sr. too. A rough year. My thoughts are with the family.
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Jackie (Reeb) and Jerry Gray posted a condolence
Darlene and Ian
Our deepest sympathy to both of you during this difficult time of the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts are with you.
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Debbie & Rick Schuchard posted a condolence
Dear Maedel Family - so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Lots of wonderful memories. Know we are thinking of you in this sad time
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Rick Valenciuk posted a condolence
Darlene and Family. Very sorry for your loss. Lots of great memories from our years at Essex High. Don was a great guy, and saxophone player. And he even wasn't a bad basketball player. My heartfelt condolences and prayers for you at this difficult time. Rick
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Ann Pailey (Bunn) posted a condolence
Darlene Ian and family: Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all at this difficult time. Can’t help but remember all the good times we had in High School. Stay strong.
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Gabrielle Loranger Vogel posted a condolence
I am so sorry for your loss! Don was an extraordinary person - always so kind to me and such a great example in my life. My heart goes out to you. I am sorry that I won't be at the service, but please know that my thoughts are very much with you. With great love, Gabrielle
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Kirk and Cindy Walstedt posted a condolence
Dear Darlene and Ian
We were so saddened to hear of Don's passing.
I have so many good memories of our days at Essex High. He was a kind and caring individual who was always there to lend a hand.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Kirk and Cindy
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Jim and Donna Reeb posted a condolence
Darlene and family, we were shocked to hear of the sudden passing or Donald Gary. Melvin told me that he had been in hospital with Rob, but then he was home, where he had a massive heart attack.
What a shock that must have been for you and Ian. Our prayer is that you will find comfort in knowing that you are loved and that our faith means that a place has been prepared for us when we too must go. We are sorry that we live so far a way that we can not be present with you. Jim
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Sheila Cloutier posted a condolence
Dear Darlene,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this hurtful time. You are a strong person, so your good memories will pull you through.
Hugs and all my love,
Sheila Cloutier
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John & Cosima Loranger posted a condolence
There are not enough Don Madels in the world. He was a positive force in so many people's lives. A true friend to my mother and father, he will be surely missed. Darlene and Ian we are sending you our love and wishing you strength during this difficult time.
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Bill and Linda Burling posted a condolence
Darlene, Ian and Mrs. Maedel we were so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Remembering the good old days at Essex District High School as those cherished memories can never be taken away. Hugs to all, sincerely Bill and Linda
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David Waugh posted a condolence
I was honored to do some volunteer work with Don for 10 days in Garafraxa and will never forget the kindness he gave to me.
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Rick and Cathy Chauvin posted a condolence
We are so sorry to hear of Don's passing . Just know you and Ian are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Nelly, Dave, and family posted a condolence
Dear Darlene, Ian, and Edna. Our sincere condolences to all of you at the passing of Don. Our prayers are with each and every one of you during such a difficult time. May God give you the strength to get through this time, and the courage to keep remembering all the wonderful memories you had with Don.
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jJoe and Anne LaForge posted a condolence
We are saddened to hear of the loss of our wonderful neighbour and friend. He will be missed beyond words.
Darlene, Ian and family our hearts go out to you during this difficult time, and, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Vlatka and Nick Palameta posted a condolence
Dear Darlene and family
We extend our deepest sympathies.
Mrs. Maedel, We are thinking of you often.
Vlatka and Nick
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Jim Wallace posted a condolence
My sincere condolences to Don's family during this difficult time. First Don was a customer at my print shop and became a friend after we moved to Tulley Meadows. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Judy Vigneux posted a condolence
Words cannot express how sorry I am for you and your family, please know that my love and prayers are with all of you.
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Dave & Heather Saunders posted a condolence
Our deepest thoughts and condolences to Darlene, Ian, Edna and extended family and friends. .Donald Jr left this world better than he found it, and I'm a better person for having the privilege to have known him.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
our deepest sympathy--our prayers go out to you and Ian
Ed and Connie
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Essex, Ontario posted a condolence
Darlene and the Maedel family my condolences and prayers at this time of sadness.
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fred hines and family posted a condolence
so sorry to hear the sad news, condolences to Aunt Edna, Darlene, Ian, Nancy and Sue
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Cathy Brooker posted a condolence
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Don. My sympathy and prayers go out to the family. May you find peace and strength in your family and friends in the coming days
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Jim and Judy O’Reilley posted a condolence
Dear Darlene and Ian
Our deepest sympathy to both of you
Our hearts are saddened by your loss
Surround yourselves with the love and comfort of family and friends
Your are in our thoughts and prayers at this time
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Dorothy Mahoney posted a condolence
Dear Ian,
Sending my deepest sympathies to you and your mom. It's been a long time since parent-teacher
interviews in high school but I remember your father's pride in all your accomplishments. Take
good care. Dorothy Mahoney
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Jim & Diane Thiem posted a condolence
Our dear Dar, Ian and Edna,
We are with you in spirit as Don returns Home.
Fond memories of happy times together come flooding back.
All our love and hugs,
Jim & Diane
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Muriel Gerard (Allen) and family posted a condolence
Dear Darlene, Ian and Mrs. Maedel
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are so sorry to hear of your loss - Don was taken much too soon! Thinking of All of You and Sending Hugs!!
Muriel Gerard (Allen) and family
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Trish Jones posted a condolence
Ian, Sue, Jack, Andy and family:
Please know that our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Surround yourselves with family and friends and you will get through it.
Love and friendship,
Trish, Mitchell and Allison Jones xoxoxo
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Ruth Reeb posted a condolence
From the depths of my heart, sending strength and courage during this most difficult time.
Love Ruth Reeb
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Windsor, Ontario lit a candle
Saturday, November 18, 2017
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My name is Judith Crabbe (niece of the late Violet & William Hines), I was so sorry to hear of Don Jr's death and extend our sympathies to you all. I will be forever grateful to your entire family for the love and care you showed to my dear Aunt Vi. She spoke often and lovingly of the entire Maedel family. Thinking of you, Dar, Ian, Edna, Nancy, and Sue! Sincerely, Judi Crabbe
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Friday, November 17, 2017
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Thursday, November 16, 2017
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Thursday, November 16, 2017
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Dear Darlene, Ian and Mrs Maedel,