Friday, June 16, 2017 at 1:00 p.m.
Van Camp, Donald
DON VAN CAMP, beloved husband of Kathy Leavitt, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 at the age of 66 years.
DON VAN CAMP, beloved husband of Kathy Leavitt, of Lethbridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 at the age of 66 years.
Along with his wife, he is lovingly remembered by his children, Brady (Kendra), Clayton (Mikayla) and Jessie (Jordan) Van Camp, stepchildren Marty (Becky) and Chad (Jada) Leavitt and their families, brother Dana (Hilda) and their children, David and Adam Van Camp as well as nephew Chris Quantock.
Don was predeceased by his parents, Donald and June (nee Brown) Van Camp as well as his sister, Sue Van Camp-Quantock.
Don was born in Timmins, ON, April 28, 1951. In 1953, his family moved to Kingston and then on to Newmarket, where he remained for his adolescent and teenage years. He moved away from home at age 18 and went to work for a few years for RBC in many small Ontario towns. He eventually moved to Hamilton and worked for Ford Credit for five years. In 1980, Don moved to Calgary where he also worked in the banking industry. He eventually transferred to Lethbridge and this is where he met, and later married Marjorie Macleod. Don and Marjorie raised three beautiful children, Brady, Clayton and Jessie and he changed careers to work for the Federal Government until retiring in 2012. for 30 years, a very important part of their family life was spent in "Cottage Country" of northern Ontario on Trout Spawn Lake, where they, along with many friends, enjoyed boating, swimming and all kinds of activities from Regattas to Horseshoe Tournaments. He would often fondly remark, "There's nothing like summer in the northern woods."
In 2010, Don met Kathy Leavitt and in 2013, they were married, joining our families together. Don and Kathy enjoyed many adventures to Mexico and Jamaica as well as travelling the summers in their motor home from Napa Valley.
A Celebration of Don`s Life will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, June 16, 2017 at 1:00 P.M.
In memory of Don, donations may be made to the Gastrointestinal Fund, c/o Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710, 10123 - 99 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3H1.
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Reflecting upon our early days as teenagers in Newmarket, I shall never forget The adventures that we all had with our rock band, which would never have happened without Don and the support of the Van Camp family. It changed my life.
So glad I got to spend time with Don and Kathy and visit with some of the family. Much too short a visit as was your time with us my friend. You were the reason I've played music all these years. From a chance meeting in high school. I'm very thankful to have you as a friend even years between seeing each other we would pick up where we left off. That's a gift! Thoughts and prayers to your wonderful family. Marty
Although we have not seen each other frequently over the many years since High School, on the rare occasions we did meet up, I was always happy to see my good friend. I am shocked and saddened to learn of Don's passing. My thoughts and sympathy are to all family members. Don will be fondly remembered.
Kathy & family, Brady, Clayton & Jessie My deepest sympathy to each of you as you grieve the passing of Don. He will be missed. May you be comforted knowing how much others care.
This is a Man that I have known since my high School days in Newmarket Ont. Don will be greatly missed By all he has touched. Fairwell my Friend & God Bless.
Dear Kathy, Hilda and Dana; I am so saddened to hear of Donnie's passing. You are all in my heart and prayers at this time. He was always a special person to me and will always be loved. God Bless; Cric (Karen Detmers)
Hi Kathy, although we never met I just want to tell you how sorry Uncle Jack and I are over Donny's passing. Please know are thoughts are with you and Dana at this time Hugs to all from here
It was with sadness that we received word of Donnie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family as well as Dana and Hilda. He will be missed by many.