Don is survived by his two children, Mark Douglas (Wanda) Doram and Kimberley Ann (Dale) Gorrill; grandchildren: Kayley Lynne (Matthew) Gorrill-Harrington, Scott (Larissa) Doram and Ryan (Madison) Doram; and great-grandchildren: Maxim, Hudson and Ardyn Grace.

Besides his loving wife, Lynne, Don was predeceased by his grandson Brendon William Gorrill, parents Hattie May Doram (née Jones) and John Thomas William “Bill” Doram, brother Robert William “Bob” (Elaine) Doram, father-in-law Dr. G.H. Forbes and brother-in-law David Forbes.

Born and raised in the Readymade District, east of Lethbridge, Don spent his early years on the prairies, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep sense of community. He completed his elementary and junior high schooling in Readymade, before moving to Lethbridge in 1957 to complete Grade 12 at Lethbridge Collegiate Institute.

That same year, Don began his long and distinguished career with the Lethbridge Herald. Starting as a mailroom clerk, he took on a variety of roles over the years—including circulation clerk, district manager, advertising sales, and commercial print manager—before ascending to senior leadership positions. From 1970 to 1973, he managed the Commercial Printing Department and Herald Printers.

In 1973, Don was appointed General Manager of the Lethbridge Herald, a role he would hold until his retirement in 1997. From 1980 onward, he also served as the newspaper’s Publisher. Concurrently, from 1979 to 1980, he was Publisher of the Calgary Albertan, serving both publications with dedication and vision.

Spanning four decades, Don’s career reflected his passion for journalism, community engagement, and the printed word. He was known for his integrity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to local news.

He will be remembered not only for his professional accomplishments but also for the lasting relationships he built and the positive impact he had on the communities he served.

A Memorial Service will be held at ST. AUGUSTINE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 411 – 11 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Canon James Robinson and Pastor David Hockley co-officiating. The Memorial Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Don’s obituary on the Cornerstone website.