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Don Hutchings

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It is with great sadness that the family of Don announces his passing on March 27, 2021, at the age of 72.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Mary and by numerous relatives and friends.

Don was an active volunteer at Habitat for Humanity in Edmonton. He enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, making wine and the company of family and friends.

A Celebration of Don’s life will be announced later.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Habitat for Humanity

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  1. Gord Hutchings says

    April 2, 2021 at 9:11 pm

    I just found out from my sister so I checked out online and up popped this reference. I’m very sorry. Donny was such a spark of life whenever I stopped in on my way through Edmonton which was only a few times. A lot of laughs along with his great outlook on politics, community and life in general. I had often thought of him over the past few years but didn’t contact him as I didn’t have much to say and now I very much regret it. He was a great hubby, dad and all around good guy.

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  2. Janice Hamilton says

    April 3, 2021 at 11:42 am

    Oh Mary so very sorry for your loss. I remember you folks when we visited Donna at the lake and you came for dinner. Was a fun night. I was shocked and saddened when Donna called to let me know about Don. Take care..Janice

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  3. Tom deBeyer says

    April 3, 2021 at 8:06 pm

    Very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I thoroughly enjoyed volunteering with him at Habitat for Humanity as well as our get togethers afterwards at Julians Piano Bar.

    My sincere condolences.

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  4. David Wangler says

    April 4, 2021 at 11:17 am

    I knew Don as a fellow volunteer at Habitat for Humanity. He was a joy to work with because he was very committed to the work and equally patient in showing those, like myself, who were less talented than he was at working with their hands. I learned a lot from him and will always be grateful for his teaching style, quick wit, and ability to explain how to do things quickly, efficiently and most importantly well.

    He was a major asset to me personally and to Habitat for Humanity and all the unknown people who benefited form his devotion, competence and genuine concern that they have a place or home that they could call their own.

    Sincerely,
    David G. Wangler

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  5. Joe Biggeman says

    April 4, 2021 at 8:51 pm

    Very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure to work with Don at Habitat for Humanity. He was a good friend and he will be missed.

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  6. Fred & Gerda O Brien says

    April 5, 2021 at 10:55 am

    You are in our our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow

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  7. Patricia Milino says

    April 6, 2021 at 12:21 am

    Thinking of you from the distance Mary at this most difficult time. I send my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your dearest Don. We always enjoyed our times spent together as a close family. Don and you were and are an important part of our family. Moving forward you will gain strength and remember, God chooses when to call us home. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Looking forward to being together again. Love, Patsy

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  8. St. Albert Potters Guild says

    April 7, 2021 at 5:27 pm

    Mary, so very sad to hear about your loss. Please know you are in all of our thoughts and prays.

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  9. Ried Zittlau says

    April 8, 2021 at 1:51 pm

    So sorry to hear of Don’s sudden passing. I only met Don in person a couple of times with the Habitat for Humanity “Apres Work Strategic Planning Committee” until Covid forced us to take our meetings on-line. Don was always such a delight to have around – full of fun and laughter and interesting stories and points of view. A real catalyst for the group think. He will be missed.

    My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

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  10. Nell Sadeé says

    April 8, 2021 at 4:23 pm

    Mary, we are so sorry with the passing of your beloved husband Don.
    Please accept our sincere condolences.
    Warm regards, Nell and Alf Sadée

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  11. Stephen and Jan Croxford says

    April 13, 2021 at 7:14 pm

    We are shocked and saddened to hear of Don’s passing. He will be remembered fondly for his big personality and bigger laugh. Our deepest sympathies Mary

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  12. Caroline Robertson says

    April 14, 2021 at 7:28 pm

    So sorry to hear of your loss Mary and family, Such a great and joyful guy.

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  13. Margaret Belec says

    April 14, 2021 at 7:41 pm

    Mary and family,
    I’m so sorry to hear about Don’s passing at our board meeting tonight. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Deepest sympathies to you and your family.

    Margaret

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  14. Amelia says

    April 14, 2021 at 7:55 pm

    Don volunteered so generously as jolly old st nick for our local school Christmas celebrations. He brought so much joy to the kids at JJ Nearing these past could of years. . Thank you so much Don, you will be missed.

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  15. Adoline Glenn says

    April 18, 2021 at 4:24 pm

    Mary, I so sorry to hear about your loss. It must be so hard to be alone.
    Adoline and Pat Glenn

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  16. Louise Petersen says

    April 18, 2021 at 9:55 pm

    Mary so sorry for the passing of your husband.

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