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Dulmage, Daniel Douglas Foster, DDS. Mar 1, 1950-June 10, 2024,
Ticats 73~74
It is with immense sorrow that the family announces the peaceful passing of Dan, June 10,2024 at HWMH due to complications from COPD.
Born March 1, 1950 in Picton, Ontario, he is predeceased by his parents Melvin and Edna (Foster) Dulmage, brother Dennis and sister Ruth. Survived by sister Susan (Gary) of B.C. Loving husband of Glenna (Dockrill) and beloved father of Bekki (Tom Vallee) and Gord Dulmage. Adored Bubba of Tanner, Tristan, Aidan, Aivree (Riley) and Danika Vallee, Brayden, Devon and Dustin Dulmage. Loved father-in-law of Shelley Dulmage. Wonderful brother in law to Roberta, Pat, Trenny and Kevin, Joe and Nancy and Sean. Predeceased by brother in laws Lionel Jr. and Dan Dockrill, Roger Young. Lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews and their families.
Excelling in academics (Ontario Scholar) and athletics, in his Grade 13 year, football was reinstated, with one set of equipment to be shared by junior and senior teams. Dan loved the game immediately, in spite of having to don sweaty equipment just used by the Juniors.
Playing only one year of high school football in Picton, Dan was recruited to McGill University by coach Tom Mooney, who never saw him play football, but was impressed by his skill and agility on the basketball court. There he completed his BSc degree, while being an All-Canadian defensive lineman for the McGill Redmen. He and Glenna, his high school sweetheart, married in1970 during his last year at McGill. Drafted to the Edmonton Eskimos in 1971, he declined the offer, as he was entering the Dental School program at Western.
Playing for the Mustangs, he was All Canadian defensive end both years, helping the team win the College Bowl in 1971. Later he was inducted into Western’s Hall of Fame both for team and individual performance. His McGill team was inducted into the university’s Hall of Fame at homecoming last year and Dan was sorry to miss his ‘Mooney Men’ reunion this year. Dan and Glenna made treasured life-long friends from their Montreal and London days.
Having completed his 5 yrs of university eligibility, Dan was pursued by the Ticats, who acquired his rights from Edmonton. With permission from his Dean, he joined the Hamilton Ticats in 1973, commuting from studies in London to Hamilton 4 days a week and flying on weekends to games across the country during the fall. A very busy time, but Dan was able to graduate with his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1975, on schedule.
Dan and Glenna, moved to Dunnville in 1975 where he started his dental career. They settled into a busy life raising Bekki and Gord. Dan happily lent his expertise to coaching the Dunnville High School football team, impacting many young players with the love of the game, some of whom went on to play college ball. For years after, this group of young men would arrive at the front door, caroling at Xmas. Many fond memories for all. Continuing to be active in sports, Dan pitched Fastball for the Dunnville Expos and played recreational basketball, racquetball and squash. He spent many sunny afternoons playing golf at the Dunnville Golf and Country Club. Serving many years in the Lion’s Community Service Club, he enjoyed his time on stage at numerous Lioness productions. Dan was an avid outdoorsman, hunting and fishing and snowmobiling, passing his love of nature along to his children.
He was a skilled and well respected dentist, his friendly and reassuring manner helping many a young ( and some older) patients overcome their fears. Through Dunnville Dental Arts he was a valued member of the community, sponsoring many teams and charitable events. He was proud to have his son Gord join the practice in 2001, ensuring continued service to the community by Dulmage Dental Arts.
Throughout his life’s journey, Dan acquired an eclectic assortment of friends. To know him was to love him. If you were lucky enough to be in his inner circle, you know his sense of humour was second to none and definitely unique. He was a remarkable man, a humorous raconteur who loved to be surrounded by family and friends. His grandchildren were an endless source of joy to ‘Bubba’. His love of sports has been passed to this new generation, and he happily spent many hours as a spectator watching his grandchildren play numerous sports. They have wonderful memories him stating their full name, followed by “Quite a story”.Truly a one of a kind, he will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have had the opportunity to spend time in his presence. To be sure, ‘Dan’ stories will be told through happy tears for years to come.
Dan was born in Prince Edward County, and remained a ‘County Boy’ at heart. Well known and respected throughout the county, in 2013 he was inducted into the Prince Edward County Sports Hall of Fame, allowing him to continuously remind his grandchildren, with a wink, that he was a “Four Time Hall of Famer”. His most beloved times were those spent at the family property ‘back at the lake’. Reconnecting with old neighbours and childhood friends, he became part of the local band , “The Lakeshore Boys”, playing the stand up bass. Performing at local venues and recording a CD, which was always playing in Dan’s truck. Billy Ostrander, neighbour, band mate, and skilled musician, wrote a lovely tribute to Dan’s hospitality, called ‘Dan’s Place’, a song that speaks to all of our hearts.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the dedicated and caring staff at HWMH for their exceptional support during this most difficult time. You all are truly a blessing to our community.
Sincere thanks to Dr. Beth Blake for years of wonderful care and concern. Thank you to Dr. Saif Kobah for his kindness, understanding and compassion. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date in the County. We are taking Danny home. If desired memorial donations in memory of Dan to the Dunnville Hospital & Healthcare Foundation ( dhhf.ca) would be appreciated. online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
2024
Death notice for the town of: Dunnville, Province: Ontario
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