Obituary of DONALD YASCHESHYN

DONALD YASCHESHYN October 15, 1952 – September 3, 2012 There’s honour in a well-lived life… there’s healing in remembering … there’s hope in knowing love goes on forever. Carpenter - Athlete - Outdoorsman - History Buff - Voracious reader - Generous -Kind - Competitive - Witty -Fiercely loyal - Encouraging - Trusting - Highly principled - Creative - Compassionate - Honorable – Integrity – Insightful - Loving – Romantic – Gentleman, who would walk proudly with a farmer tan, clean, calloused hands a little leftover dirt under his nails. Don would walk the land and pick wildflowers for Betty. He never stopped reading & learning and could talk on almost any topic. He loved His kind of music which was instilled in Zach & Olivia’s upbringing. He was a goofball, he could "make something out of nothing", and he made the best Caesar salad. Insightful, wise and in Donnie’s presence, life was never dull. Grant said, ‘you guys should write a book!’ This was our to do list (maybe). A good man gentle, caring, lived life hard and was well respected by all. Don gave so much happiness in our life. We all have a piece of him within us, just as he had a piece of you with him. Don is survived by Betty, his soul mate of 42 years. Zach & Olivia were the reasons he breathed for each new day. Leaving behind are many, many family, friends, colleagues, community, medical, professional & brothers/sisters of his union trade. On Friday, September 14th, 2012 a Celebration of Life will take place, Selkirk Rec. Centre, Banquet Hall, 180 Easton Drive, Selkirk, MB at 1:00 p.m. Cremation has taken place. Contributions in his memory to Manitoba Lung Association or to the Canadian Mental Health Association, Manitoba Division. TA TA Lads & Lassies