Peacefully, surrounded by loving family, on Thursday, April 22, 2021, at Bluewater Heatlh, Don Aikin went home to be with his Lord and Saviour at the age of 81. Beloved husband and best friend of Jan for 53 years. Loving father of Darryl J. (Mary) Aikin and Stephanie Don (Jeff) Wicks. Cherished grandfather of Jamie (Kyla), Jeremy (Amber), Emma, James, and Shawna. Survived by great-grandchildren, and a baby boy on the way. Dear brother of John (Kathy), Jeannie and Joanne. Remembered by his nieces, nephews and cousins and many treasured friends. Predeceased by his parents, Nellie and Nettie Aikin, and by his brother Jimmy. Don was deeply involved in many areas of the community, including Junior Farmers, he played football for Sarnia Central Highschool #17, he was a part of the Saddle Club, but his music was his true passion. He was involved in many bands as a talented drummer while he was in high school and throughout his life, notably the House Band at Bunson Burner: Steve/Steele and Somebody Else, Hank Williams Sr. Band: Driftin’ Cowboys, Stephanie and the Aikin Hearts, and a headliner at the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas for two weeks. Later in life, he was a founding member of the Huron Shores Optimist Club, where he was the organizer of the Cam-Jam in Camlachie and the Youth Activities. Don was passionately involved within the Church Community, especially People’s Church and Sovereign Grace. Don was a member of the Single Action Shooting Society (cowboy shooting), and his SASS registered name is Texas Turkey. Don was president Christian Motorcycle Association – Port Huron Chapter. He was a member of HOG Harley Owners Group and travelled over 200,000 miles on his Harley. He was also a member of “Sons of Confederate Veterans” of Fredericksburg, VA chapter #1722. Don organized the Sarnia Biker Blessing for ten years and had the Golden Helmet’s come to take part and was honoured to have the Oakridge Boys for dinner at their house. He was thoroughly active in the hockey community, up until 4 years ago. Don not only played, but he coached and refereed as well, including players that went on to play for the NHL. Anyone who knew Don, loved him dearly, and he left a huge footprint in their lives. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Don’s life will be held at a later date. Sympathy may be expressed through donations to your favourite charity in Don’s name (cheques mailed to the funeral home or made online, please).
December 2nd 1939 April 22nd 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Don Minto Jerome Aikin December 2nd 1939 April 22nd 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:Sarnia, Province: Ontario