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June 19, 1935 - January 10, 2025

In loving memory ~

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald John Saunders on January 10th, 2025 at the age if 89.

Donald was predeceased by his beloved wife Mable Saunders and his son Bradley Saunders. Survived by his daughters; Gale (Keith) Ranger, and Bonnie (Tony) Somogyvari, grandchildren; Stephen Bennie, Michael Bennie, Aaron (Abigail) Ranger, April (James) Boucher, and Christina (Jordan) Pehr, along with 14 great grandchildren.

Don was born on June 19th, 1935 in Lacombe, Alberta. He moved to Nanaimo in 1955 where he met Mable. Together they raised 3 children. He worked as a logging truck driver, until retiring at the age of 55. Don spent many years at their Tall Timbers campsite on Sprout Lake. He enjoyed fishing, wood working, watching hockey, bowling, and spending time with his family. Don will be sadly missed.

He was laid to rest peacefully with his wife Mable and his son Bradley at Cedar Valley Memorial Gardens.

A Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.

 Sands Funeral Chapel Cremation and Reception Centre (Nanaimo



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