(Resident of Haliburton, Ontario)
Don was the cherished husband of Karen (Roberton), his wife of almost 59 years, and loving father of Andrew (Carol), James (Lory Mae) and Jonathan (Stephanie). He was the extremely proud Papa to Kate and Avril, and Grandpa to Theodore, Maurice and Élise.
Don was born and raised on the family farm in Crown Hill, Ontario where he lived with his parents Mabel and Gordon, and siblings John (Rosemary), Mary and predeceased by his brother Hugh (Wendy).
Don graduated in 1962 from the now University of Guelph, where he was the fastest long-distance runner for four years. Don was a gifted teacher and taught high school for the next five years. In 1970, he earned his MBA from UBC and weeks later, started his 31-year career with CP Rail, a job that took him and his family to Montreal twice, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Toronto and Calgary. Don and Karen retired to their family cottage in Haliburton where they enjoyed watching the seasons pass and being a part of a small community and local church.
A natural athlete, Don competed in running and cross-country ski marathons, and long-distance canoe racing. He was an enthusiastic downhill skier and really enjoyed his years living close to the Rocky Mountains.
Over the years, Don and Karen volunteered with Scouts Canada, community soccer leagues, church activities, and were Snow Friends greeters at Nakiska ski resort. More recently, they fundraised with the Haliburton Hospital Auxiliary.
The Dunsmore family wishes to express its sincere gratitude to the medical team at Haliburton Highlands Health Services for their compassionate care and support.
Celebration Of Life
There will be a private family service with a Celebration of Life to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, donations can be made to Camp Medeba (medeba.com or by mail to Box 138, West Guilford, ON, K0M 2S0) in Don’s memory. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the HALIBURTON COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME 13523 Hwy. #118, Haliburton, Ontario (705) 457-9209.