Obituary of Donald Robert Misener

When a man is part of his canoe, he is part of all that canoes have ever known – Author Unknown After a lengthy illness, Donald Robert Misener died peacefully in his home on Sunday February 11th, two months shy of his 84th birthday. Son of Ethel Cust and Lloyd Misener, he was born April 3rd 1940 in St. Catharines, Ontario. He is pre-deceased by his parents and devoted sister, Jean (Ebisuzaki). He is survived by his loving wife Bonda (Rennick), daughter Laura and her husband Gordon (Osinski), son Robert and his partner Karen (Irvine). In his most loved role as grandfather, he leaves behind three wonderful grandchildren, Alexander, Bronwyn and Logan. Don spent his youth in St. Catharines playing all sports possible, and with the stories he has shared over the years, it’s a wonder he made it to this age. He went on to a career with Canada Border Services Agency. He loved the outdoors, spending much time away on canoe trips with his friends and family. He also loved fishing, having been a member of the Ottawa Fish and Game Club for many years while living there. His passion for canoeing and fishing has been passed down to his children and grandchildren. Don was also an artist with immense talents that he kept mostly to himself. Having lived in St. Catharines, Hawkesbury and Ottawa, he spent his final years in London, Ontario. The family would like to thank LHSC and the VON for the immense care he received during his final years. Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life at A. Millard George Funeral Home, www.amgfh.com on Sunday February 18th from 1pm to 3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation- www.cpff.ca/donate.