Obituaries

SHAW, Donald Duncan

Don passed away peacefully in hospice care on May 20, 2018 at the age of 94. He was born on January 30, 1924 in Abbey, Saskatchewan to Scottish immigrants, Duncan Thom Shaw and Mary Coburn. Don is survived by and will lovingly be remembered by his wife Donna (nee Murphy), sisters-in-law Mary Shaw, Penny (Doug) Sherman, brother-in-law Guy (Ardene) Murphy and numerous nieces and nephews.
Don was predeceased by his parents; brothers John, Jim and Matt and sister Doris.
After completing his education, Don helped run the family farm while his 3 older brothers enlisted in the armed forces. He began his 34 year career with Mobil Oil in 1952 and soon after married Donna Murphy of Neville, SK on August 5, 1953. They called many places in Saskatchewan and Alberta home over the years with Don covering many miles in both provinces during that time.
Retirement brought them to Kelowna in 1986. They became original members of the Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club, where they both enjoyed the camaraderie of many friends. Don loved to golf and continued to play into his 90

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Condolence Messages

Jun 05, 2018
Dear Donelda,

Sorry to hear of Don's passing. It was always a pleasure to have cared for him. Our condolences to you.

Sincerely,

All of us from Orchard Plaza Dental ( Dr. Larter & Dr. Berg)
Jun 04, 2018
Sorry to hear of Don's passing. Always a pleasure to golf with and discuss all the

world's problems with after the game. One of the Blue Jays biggest fans.

Our condolences to Donna and all the family.

Jim and Shirley
Jun 02, 2018
Very soon to hear about Don's passing. I was also an original member at Sunset Ranch and we golfed together many times for years and kept in touch after that as well. Len Eburne.