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Donald Morrison

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Don Morrison on Tuesday, February 16th, 2021.  He passed away surrounded by his family in the home he loved and helped build.

To many, Don was a teacher.  He taught at Peacock Collegiate for 30 years where he was a mentor to countless students and many of his colleagues.  He loved to help people grow.  One of our great pleasures was watching former students approach him to say ‘thank you’.  It happened a lot.

The only thing Don loved more than teaching was his family.  He met his wife, Barb, at Peacock.  They were married for 35 years and you will not find anyone more committed to a man than she was.  She is the rock that he leaned on.  Don had two sons, Kirk and Kent, whom he fiercely supported.  If you knew him, you knew us, because he made sure you did.  We are the men we are today because of his unwavering support.

In recent years Don spread his love to his daughter-in-law Katie, who consistently impressed him with her strength and ambition.  We are so happy that he was able to meet his new grandson, Leo, who will grow up knowing how special his grandpa was.

After retirement, Ross Wells Park became Don’s oasis.  He volunteered there every summer, cutting grass and maintaining the field.  He spent many hours working alone in the sunshine but would often sneak back early in the evenings when the stands were full.  It was the place he looked forward to going every day and it will always be special to our family.

Don’s roots are on the farm near Archydal, SK with his parents Gerry and Norma.  He is survived by his siblings Pat (Donna), Mauraine, Bob (Tammy), and Gail (Barry), as well as his brother-in-law Basil (Tara) and sister-in-law Betty-Lou.  He has many beloved nieces and nephews who all, at some point, admitted he is their favourite uncle.

We are grateful for Dr. Volker Rininsland and the caring doctors and nurses at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital.  The kindness and competence of the home care nurses will not be forgotten.

Among his final wishes, Don asked that we spread kindness in the community and cherish our friendships.  That is what we intend to do.  We encourage you to do the same.

A Private Family Service will be held to honour Don.  We invite family and friends to join us for a livestream of the Memorial Service on Saturday, February 20th, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.  Please visit www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/ to attend.

There is a scholarship in Don’s name at Peacock Collegiate.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation by e-transfer to DonMorrisonScholarship@gmail.com  

Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  James Murdock, Funeral Director 306-693-4550

59 Comments

  1. Les Sydiaha
    Les Sydiaha on February 18, 2021 at 6:06 pm

    My sincerest condolences to Barb and all the family. Don was a wonderful man with a heart of gold.

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  2. Howie and Wendy Verity Sylvan Lake, Ab.
    Howie and Wendy Verity Sylvan Lake, Ab. on February 18, 2021 at 6:44 pm

    Barb.Mauraine and family; we were sad to see Don passed away. He was a “Peacock man” through and through. Our deepest sympathy to you and all the family.

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  3. Tana Rowe
    Tana Rowe on February 18, 2021 at 6:47 pm

    To Barb, Kirk, Kent and Family

    I have such amazing fond memories of Don. In my first years of teaching, I was so fortunate to be a colleague to both Don and you Barb. I was blessed with conversations that challenged me and made me laugh. Don always encouraged me as a young teacher then a new mother. In the last conversation, Mike and I had with Don he took the time to ask about our boys. He was always kind no matter what the circumstances were. I will miss how every time he saw me he would say “How is it going Tana Banana?”.

    Sending prayers and hugs to all of you during this time. Donny will be missed.

    Tana and Mike

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  4. SArndt
    SArndt on February 18, 2021 at 6:58 pm

    Our condolence to you and your family, Barb. Thinking of you,
    Shameem and Duane Arndt

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  5. shel. north
    shel. north on February 18, 2021 at 7:21 pm

    sad loss Don was a good guy my condolences to the family

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  6. Diana Humenick
    Diana Humenick on February 18, 2021 at 7:25 pm

    Barb, Kent and Kirk
    So sorry to hear of Don’s death. Sending you all strength as you deal with your loss. May good memories cause more smiles than tears.

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  7. Colette Krawczyk
    Colette Krawczyk on February 18, 2021 at 7:33 pm

    Barb and family… .. our sincere condolences to you all. Hold on tight to all the good memories as we know there are many.. take care of each other …. ❤️Colette and Dave Krawczyk

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  8. Roger Bastedo
    Roger Bastedo on February 18, 2021 at 8:38 pm

    Don was a wonderful friend and mentor, Marie and I will miss his corny sense of humour at the “pie counter” at the concession, he will truly be missed at Ross Wells. His devotion to his family and friends is a lasting inspiration to us all. To Barb and family you are in the Bastedo’s thoughts and prayers.

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  9. Valerie Isfeld
    Valerie Isfeld on February 18, 2021 at 9:28 pm

    Kent and Katie I’m so very sorry for your loss. Your many wonderful memories of your dad will help you through this.

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  10. ken mathers
    ken mathers on February 18, 2021 at 9:41 pm

    Just saw where your father had passed away.So sorry for your loss.

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  11. Maureen Wareham
    Maureen Wareham on February 18, 2021 at 10:10 pm

    Barb and family, I am so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.

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  12. Jeff Boulton & Shelly Stamm
    Jeff Boulton & Shelly Stamm on February 19, 2021 at 6:19 am

    Barb, Kent, Kirk and family. We are so sorry. Don was always a supportive and insightful colleague. His sense of humour always had perfect timing.

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  13. Les Donley
    Les Donley on February 19, 2021 at 7:37 am

    So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you Barb and the entire family.

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  14. Marlene Fritzler
    Marlene Fritzler on February 19, 2021 at 8:32 am

    Barb, Kirk, Kent and Katie, and little Leo I am so sorry for your loss. Keep all those happy memories of him alive in your hearts and lean on each other for strength. Hugs to all of you .

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  15. Cheryl & Willis Wingert
    Cheryl & Willis Wingert on February 19, 2021 at 8:33 am

    Dear Barb, Kent & Kirk
    So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. May good memories of all the happy times you shared bring you comfort. Sending our love, hugs & prayers – Willis & Cheryl

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  16. Roger and Marianne Stewart
    Roger and Marianne Stewart on February 19, 2021 at 9:30 am

    Our deepest sympathies to all the family on the loss of Don. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

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  17. Barb & Kerry OLSON
    Barb & Kerry OLSON on February 19, 2021 at 9:46 am

    On behalf of my wife Barb and myself, we share condolences to your entire Family Barb. Sorry for your loss with Don’s passing.

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  18. Fairlie & Morris Coates
    Fairlie & Morris Coates on February 19, 2021 at 9:52 am

    Pat, Donna and the rest of the family, we send our heartfelt sympathy….

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  19. Art and Joyce Schick
    Art and Joyce Schick on February 19, 2021 at 11:15 am

    Barb, Kent, Katie and Leo, Kirk and Morrison family, Our deepest condolences on your loss. Don truly loved his family. If ever you had difficulty engaging Don in a conversation all you had to do his ask about Kent and Kirk. Don was a lifetime friend. We will definitely take Don’s last wishes to heart. Cherish your great memories.

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  20. Allan and Shirley Lemieux
    Allan and Shirley Lemieux on February 19, 2021 at 11:30 am

    Dear Barb and Boys,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Don will be dearly missed.
    Sincerely, Allan and Shirley Lemieux

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  21. Aiden OReilly
    Aiden OReilly on February 19, 2021 at 11:43 am

    My deepest condolences to you and your family Barb on Don’s passing. May Don rest in peace and yourself, Kent and Kirk always cherish his memories.

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  22. Darla and Lloyd Spicer
    Darla and Lloyd Spicer on February 19, 2021 at 1:05 pm

    Dear Barb and Family; We were so very sorry to read of Don’s death. I’m sure the many happy memories you have will give you comfort and strength during this difficult time. We send our deepest sympathy to you and Don’s family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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  23. Peter Ferner
    Peter Ferner on February 19, 2021 at 3:05 pm

    Our deepest sympathies to Barb and family. I really enjoyed working with Don at Peacock….loved how he organized and “ran” our staff meetings. A GREAT guy.

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  24. Sandra Warnock
    Sandra Warnock on February 19, 2021 at 5:16 pm

    Dear Barb and sons,
    David and I were sorry to read of your deep loss! We send you our most sincere condolences and have you in our prayers.

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  25. Marlys Benson
    Marlys Benson on February 19, 2021 at 6:36 pm

    Barb, Kirk, Kent and Family;
    We were so sad to hear about Don. He was such a positive, gentle individual. Whenever we would happen to run into the two of you and have a conversation he would always joke around. The one memory I always chuckle about is when we were having a chat and Andie said ‘I’m sorry, but what is your first name again?’, and Don replied (without skipping a beat) ‘Jim’ – love that sense of humour!
    We miss seeing you at Pilates Barb – life has changed during these times, but please know we are thinking of you and your family. Words can never take the pain away but your wonderful memories shared with family and friends will help you heal. Take Care.
    Sincerely,
    Marlys Benson and Andie MacLowich

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    • Barb Morrison and Family
      Barb Morrison and Family on March 31, 2021 at 11:00 pm

      Dear Marlys and Andie,
      Thank you for your kind words of condolence and sharing a memory of Don (aka Jim). Also, we enjoyed the pretty flowers that you sent us.

      Reply
  26. The Kreutzwieser family
    The Kreutzwieser family on February 19, 2021 at 6:50 pm

    Please know that you are in prayers. Sincerely John, Patti, Joel and Paige (Tenbult) Kreutzwieser

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  27. Judy Quon
    Judy Quon on February 19, 2021 at 6:54 pm

    Barb, Kent, and Kirk, so extremely sorry to hear about Don’s passing. May you know that he loved you deeply and cherished the time with family. May you find comfort in all the memories you have with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  28. Pam Ludwar
    Pam Ludwar on February 19, 2021 at 7:20 pm

    Barb, Kent & Katie & little Leo, & Kirk, I am so deeply sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was a dedicated teacher & family man, whose warmth & great sense of humour earned him many friends everywhere he went.
    Sending you much love,
    Pam Ludwar

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  29. Kenna and Christie Whelan
    Kenna and Christie Whelan on February 19, 2021 at 9:51 pm

    Dear Barb, Kent and Kirk,
    We were so sad to hear of Don’s passing. He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humour! He will be missed by all.
    Love from the Whelans

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  30. Charlene Luffman
    Charlene Luffman on February 20, 2021 at 8:01 am

    Barb,Kent and Kirk,I was saddened to hear of Don’s passing.I truly enjoyed our visits and his teasing at the ball diamonds and pickleball courts.Cherish the many great memories you created as a family! He will be missed by many

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  31. Lanae & Tyson Willms
    Lanae & Tyson Willms on February 20, 2021 at 8:54 am

    Don was such a kind, funny and considerate man. He will be truly missed by the community and the many lives he touched. We are so sorry for your loss and send you our deepest condolences.

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  32. Ted Mortenson
    Ted Mortenson on February 20, 2021 at 10:29 am

    My condolences to Don’s family.
    He was a great guy and a true gentle man.

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  33. Gail and Orris Mikuliak
    Gail and Orris Mikuliak on February 20, 2021 at 11:38 am

    Barb and family–our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
    Cherish the memories.
    Gail and Orris

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  34. Jamie Corrin
    Jamie Corrin on February 20, 2021 at 11:54 am

    Barb and Family,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Don will live on through your sons and your little Grandson. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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  35. Vivian and Stephane Gauvin
    Vivian and Stephane Gauvin on February 20, 2021 at 4:33 pm

    Barb, Kent and Kirk, please accept our sincere condolences. Don was one of Viv’s favorite colleagues over the years. Never a shortage of laughs with his sharp wit. He was also always supportive of our family and bought our daughters ball gloves. We are sad to lose such a great member of our community.

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  36. David and Adeline Frostad
    David and Adeline Frostad on February 20, 2021 at 4:56 pm

    Barb, Kirk, Kent, Katie and Leo; We wish to express our sincerest condolences on Don’s passing. We just watched the funeral service and it was beautiful. The tributes given by Kent and Kirk were exceptional as was the written obituary. Our prayers are with all of you as you grieve the loss of your husband, dad and grandpa.

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    • Barb Morrison and Family
      Barb Morrison and Family on March 31, 2021 at 11:04 pm

      Dear Adeline and David,
      Thank you for your kind words of condolence here and in your lovely card. It means so much to me that you joined the livestream for Don’s service.

      Reply
  37. Fred Koshnysh
    Fred Koshnysh on February 20, 2021 at 5:03 pm

    During my tenure as librarian @Central Collegiate, I was satirized by students during one of their literary shows as unreasonable and unforgiving when students handed in books late. They named me Mr. Codfish in their skit which was televised for weeks on Shaw Cable. Don never let me live that down. Ever after, every time as I approached him on the street, he would grin and announce, “Here comes Fred Codfish!” He always had a broad smile after I’d feign anger at his taunting. We had many pleasant conversations over the years. After listening to the live streaming of his memorial service, I realize what a wise and loving parent he was, passing on so many important values to his sons in the baseball dug out and elsewhere! What a guy you were, Don!

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    • Barb Morrison and Family
      Barb Morrison and Family on March 31, 2021 at 11:09 pm

      Dear Fred,
      I appreciate you taking the time to share your memory of Don. It helps our “kids” to see their dad through others outside of our family. Also, it means a lot to me that you joined us for the service via livestream. Thank you.

      Reply
  38. Greg Veillard
    Greg Veillard on February 20, 2021 at 5:50 pm

    With many, and only, fond memories of Don from being a colleague and hanging around baseball parks. Barb, Kirk and Kent- you lived with a beauty. Thinking of you all…

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  39. Larry & Cheryl (Maynard) Dyck
    Larry & Cheryl (Maynard) Dyck on February 20, 2021 at 6:00 pm

    Barb and family,
    We were so sad to hear of Don’s passing. Our family has many memories of Don and his family from the farm and lots of time together on the school bus. We send our love and prayers to you. Thank you for making the service available to watch on line.

    Reply
  40. DARLENE HRECHKA
    DARLENE HRECHKA on February 20, 2021 at 6:03 pm

    BARB AND FAMILY,

    MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO YOU AT THIS SAD TIME.
    I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM.

    Reply
  41. Angus McIntosh
    Angus McIntosh on February 20, 2021 at 11:11 pm

    Barb, Kent and Kirk,
    We are saddened to hear of Don’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
    Angus & Dara McIntosh and Family

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  42. Daily Lennox
    Daily Lennox on February 21, 2021 at 9:55 am

    So very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.

    Reply
  43. Diana Dean
    Diana Dean on February 21, 2021 at 11:12 am

    Thinking of you at this sad time….wishing you and your family comfort in the days to come.
    So sorry for your loss.
    Diana Dean

    Reply
  44. Robynn Hamilton
    Robynn Hamilton on February 21, 2021 at 11:49 am

    Dear Barb, Our sincere sympathies to you and your family upon the passing of Don. I am thinking of you and sending love.

    Robynn & Doug

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  45. Swanee & Heather Gemmell
    Swanee & Heather Gemmell on February 21, 2021 at 12:24 pm

    Barb & family- we were so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. May God hold you close & keep you as you move through this time of unspeakable grief.
    Our deepest sympathies & prayers.

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  46. Lorie and Sharon Benson
    Lorie and Sharon Benson on February 22, 2021 at 9:38 am

    We were so sorry to hear of Don’s passing – gone much too soon. The boys did a great tribute to their dad under such difficult circumstances. He was a great man.
    Lorie and Sharon Benson

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  47. Carolyn Ross/ Tyler Griffin/ Bubba Griffin
    Carolyn Ross/ Tyler Griffin/ Bubba Griffin on February 22, 2021 at 11:48 am

    Dear Barb, Kent, Kirk and family, we are so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. The baseball family memories will be treasured. My boys have many stories to share when it comes to Don, Don was loved by all. Always “up” for a chat about something.
    Please accept our sincere condolences.
    Carolyn Ross, Tyler Griffin, Bubba Griffin

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  48. Diane Milton Smith
    Diane Milton Smith on February 22, 2021 at 3:21 pm

    Dear Barb and family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Don’s unexpected passing. I was on staff with him at Peacock for a number of years and Don was always a cheerful and positive colleague.
    Diane(Milty)

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  49. Julie Lambert (Berge)
    Julie Lambert (Berge) on February 23, 2021 at 8:36 am

    Barb and family,
    I just read the beautifully-written tribute to Don and am so sorry to hear of his passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Julie Lambert (Berge)

    Reply
  50. Marlene mould
    Marlene mould on February 23, 2021 at 11:03 am

    I grew up in the same area. So sorry to here. Good bless

    Reply
  51. Peter and Lori Yankow
    Peter and Lori Yankow on February 23, 2021 at 2:26 pm

    Dear Barb, Kent, Katie & Leo.and Kirk,
    We hope that you and your family will find comfort in all who care about you, and we want you to know how much you’re in our thoughts and prayers. We hope your special memories will help you through this very difficult time and we are so sorry Don didn’t get to spend more time with his grandson. Sincere sympathy and so sorry for your loss,
    Peter& Lori Yankow and family

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  52. Shelley & Burleigh Hill
    Shelley & Burleigh Hill on February 23, 2021 at 9:57 pm

    Barb, Kent, Kirk and family;
    So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Don was such a kind and wonderful man, cherish the memories.

    Reply
  53. Janice and Dave Green
    Janice and Dave Green on February 24, 2021 at 3:01 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss of Don. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Barb. May are your great memories comfort you at this time.

    Reply
  54. Blair and Roberta Bucsis
    Blair and Roberta Bucsis on February 27, 2021 at 3:40 pm

    So sorry to learn of Don’s passing. Please accept our condolences. Barb we will keep Don, you and your family in our prayers during this time…

    Reply
  55. Sandra Poulton
    Sandra Poulton on March 3, 2021 at 9:23 am

    Barb, so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    Reply
  56. Marilyn Matheson
    Marilyn Matheson on March 8, 2021 at 10:57 am

    So sorry to hear of Dons passing.
    He was loved by all

    Reply

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