William Donald “Don” Coward
July 25, 2020
William Donald “Don” Coward passed away at St. Marys Memorial Hospital on July 25, 2020 at the age of 92.
Predeceased by his wife Doreen (Hoblyn, 1987). Father of Wendy McDonald (Fred), Pauline Brady, and father-in-law of Betty Coward. Predeceased by his sons Maurice and Douglas. Don is survived by 11 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren.
Born in Cornwall England, he was a veteran with the Allied Forces during WWII. After the war, he worked as a farm manager and long-haul truck driver. He brought his family to Canada in 1957 and found work as a farm manager, working for various farms in area. Don was a life-long member of the Perth Regiment Veterans St. Marys Legion Br. 236. He will be remembered for his love of animals and always having a smile.
Sincere thanks to “Dad’s Angels” Dr. Gilmour and the staff at St. Marys Memorial Hospital.
Cremation to take place with interment in Robin’s Hill Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Perth Regiment Veterans St. Marys Legion Br. 236.
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Death notice for the town of: St.-Marys, Province: Ontario