Obituaries

HACKWELL, Donald - UPDATED SERVICE INFO

Join us in celebrating the Life of Don Hackwell. A celebration of Don's Life, and a reception to follow, will be held on SATURDAY, MAY 27, 2023, at 1:00 PM, at SPRINGFIELD FUNERAL HOME (2020 Springfield Rd. Kelowna, BC).

Let's remember this amazing husband, father, son, brother, uncle, papa, great-grandpa and friend by sharing our happiest memories of him and the amazing things he did during his life.

Please RSVP via this link if you are able to attend in person: forms.gle/Vb6QxwfECnE12fti9 (copy and paste into your browser)

If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream (at the time of the service) by visiting Don's Obituary page at www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/hackwell-donald (see clickable link below obituary)

November 6, 1954 - February 26, 2023

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Donald “Don” Hackwell of Kelowna, BC, on February 26, 2023 at the age of 68.

Don was born on November 6, 1954 in Port Alberni, BC, to his parents Walter and Wilma Hackwell. He spent his early childhood growing up on Sproat Lake with his parents and two brothers, Bob and Cal.

In 1967, Don moved to Kelowna with his family, where he made many lifelong friends and enjoyed the remainder of his life. His passions included boating, swimming, biking, camping, quadding, fishing, skiing, travelling, and spending time in the great outdoors.

Don was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, papa, and friend. He treasured the time he spent with his family and friends and embraced every moment with them.

Don will be lovingly remembered and forever cherished by his wife Tami; mother Wilma; brothers, Bob (Pat) & Cal (Evie); children, Barb (Jared) and Christina (Cam); grandchildren, Kayli, Meghan, Amber, Brennen and Daniel; great-grandson, Zachary; nephews, Shane, Christopher, Jordan, Justin, Shaun, Brandon, Ian, and Blair; as well as numerous family members, friends, and colleagues. Don was predeceased by his father, Walter.

Don’s positive spirit was an inspiration to many, and he will be remembered fondly by the many lives he touched.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory or in honour of Don Hackwell may be made to the following charities: BC Children’s Hospital, www.bcchildrens.ca, Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon, www.rmhbc.ca, and the BC Cancer Foundation, www.bccancerfoundation.com, or to a charity of your choice.

Condolences, photos, and memories may be sent to the family by visiting his obituary page at www.springfieldfuneralhome.com (or click the direct link with his name in it, just below).

Link: www.springfieldfuneralhome.com/obituaries/hackwell-donald

Condolence Messages

May 26, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Tami and family. Words are hard to describe the amazing
man that Don was. We thank God for the wonderful caring influence that he had on our family. - Hank and Katie Neufeld
May 26, 2023
So sad to hear of a good man passing way to soon... Garry and Donny always had a lot of good laughs...He spoke very highly of Don... sincere condolences to the family
Birdie Hartmier formerly of Greenwood Court.. - Birdie Hartmier
May 24, 2023
Great guy and good neighbour when we lived on Steward Rd east.
Used his front end loader "Appels" like you and I would use a wheelbarrow around his place. Would see him upside down in his baler fixing something. Very affable and handy man always eager to help.
My condolences to the family.
Alex Canning
- Alex Canning
May 21, 2023
Great neighbour on steward road east. Always remember him upside down in his hay baler, feet straight up fixing something or using the front end loader from Appel"s pit like I would use a wheelbarrow on his property. Great guy, sorry to the family.
Alex Canning - Alex Canning
Apr 04, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. - Edgar Fleury
Mar 30, 2023
Tami, Barb, and family.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Don. My late husband -Jack Menzies- worked with him for many years. He was such a nice man.Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Lee Menzies - [email protected]
Mar 30, 2023
Tami,Barb, and family
Shocked and saddened to hear of Dons passing. My late husband Jack worked with Don for many years . He was such a nice man. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Lee Menzies - [email protected]
Mar 16, 2023
Dear Tami and family. I am so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Don on council at the Inn at Big White. He was a very wise man with such a positive spirit. He was a great problem solver, and was always willing to lend a hand to lesson the load. I enjoyed getting to know him and his family through our after meeting chats. He loved sharing stories about his family, and his eyes always lit up and a big smile would come to his face, especially when he talked about you and his kids and especially his grandkids whom he adored. He was so courageous in his battle, and I’m so sad for your loss. I know he will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched.
Sending many blessing, and prayers at this difficult time.
- Joan Dreher
Mar 15, 2023
Tami and family, so very sorry for your loss. We didn’t know Donny well but he was a great friend to Wayne and we enjoyed hearing of their adventures. He was such a happy, friendly guy. May you find comfort from one another and continue to share memories. - Terry and Brenda Campbell
Mar 13, 2023
Dear Tami, Wilma, Cal, Bob and families. We are so sorry for your loss. Don was such a wonderful friend to Peter and I. We will forever cherish all the good times we had. He definitely was one of a kind and will be missed. I am so glad we had that visit before Christmas and will always remember the smile it brought to Peter when he saw him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Love Peter and Jeneane Boser - Jeneane Boser
Mar 12, 2023
Our thoughts are with you. Don and I have been friends for 40 years. Couldn't have asked for a better friend. I am so glad I got to spend something quality time with him these last few years. He was a good friend and a good man. He will be missed.
Wayne & Karen - [email protected]
Mar 12, 2023
Don was one special brother in law Uncle and friend he was loving kind and a gentle soul alway there for everyone his smile would light up any room and he will always
Be that shining light I will treasure all our special memories and many many family
Gatherings Sending Lots Of Love To Tami And Family
Love Evie
- Evie Hackwell
Mar 11, 2023
Dear Tami and all the Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Don was a wonderful ,kind, generous person. It was always a pleasure to meet and have a chat. We will miss him.
Love , Dave & Jan Douillard - Dave and Jan Douillard
Mar 11, 2023
Sorry to hear of Donny passing he was a great guy. Always so friendly. When we see him love. to. all Tami are hreat is with you Bill and Anna Appel - Anna Appel
Mar 11, 2023
To Cal and family very sorry for Don's passing . It was always a pleasure to visit with Don .
Condolences from Lloyd & Wendy Auch . - Lloyd Auch
Mar 10, 2023
So sad to hear about Don.
What a great guy.
He will be missed.
Our condolences to you Tammi , Wilma and Cal n Evie and the rest of the Hackwell
Family.
- Clare n Al Delaney
Mar 10, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Don was a great friend and always very positive. May your memories help fill the hole in your lives.
Ralph & Nancy Wirachowsky - Nancy Wirachowsky
Mar 10, 2023
Tami so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing, my prayers are with you. Jacqueline Stang
Mar 10, 2023
I met Donnie in 2015 when I started working with him. We were at different sites so rarely saw each other but he was always so kind when we chatted. After he took his leave, he would visit us in the office and he always had such a positive outlook, despite all he was going through. I loved how he seemed to make the most of every day, skiing, biking, even renovating a home (!) over the last couple of years. His was the sweetest of souls and the kindest of hearts – I will miss him. ~ Cindy Raichuk - Cindy Raichuk
Mar 10, 2023
so very sorry to hear about Don's passing. he was one of the few Merrill truly enjoyed working with. our heartfelt condolences to Tami anf family.
Merrill and Marilyn Roux - Marilyn Roux
Mar 10, 2023
Such a huge loss for Don's family and friends. He and Tami were such wonderful neighbours for us for the ten years we were there. So many great times with haying machinery, dogs, suppers and friends. Glad we reconnected when we did and sorry it wasn't more often. Much love. - Warren and Tracy Schimpf
Mar 10, 2023
We are so sorry to hear od Don's passing. Sending our condolences to you all. - Keith and Kim Brandt
Mar 09, 2023
Our sincere condolences to Tami and all of Donnie’s family and friends. We knew him from the occasional happy hour at Al’s, and we always loved seeing his smile and hearing about your latest adventures. Such a genuine, positive person and bright light. I’m sure Donnie’s the reason the Northern lights danced so brightly February 26. - Dani and Damien Burggraeve
Mar 09, 2023
So sorry to hear of dons passing. Was such a kind man and friend. Deepest condolences to all. Cindy martin
Mar 09, 2023
I had the privilege of working with Donnie for almost 30yrs. In that time, he passed on his knowledge, was always willing to lend a hand and never shied away from hard work. Donnie was a kind and gentle man and I will miss him. My prayers go out to each of you in the family. Regards, Kevin Willms
Mar 09, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I worked with Don at KRM for many years. He was a kind and caring man and always had a smile on his face. Our sincere condolences, our thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Alexis Amato
Mar 09, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Your memories will help you with his loss. God bless! Normi Southward.
Mar 09, 2023
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing - he was doing so well. Always enjoyed his pleasant personality and positive attitude. Will certainly leave a big hole in his family and friends lives. Our condolences to Tami and family.
Les & Diane - Les Campbell
Mar 09, 2023
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing - he was doing so well. Always enjoyed his pleasant personality and positive attitude. Will certainly leave a big hole in his family and friends lives. Our condolences to Tami and family.
Les & Diane - Les Campbell
Mar 09, 2023
Dear Tami, Wilma, Bob, Cal and families. Don was a wonderful man. Always doing all he could for anyone needing help. You were always greeted with a smile and embrace. Don will forever be missed in our lives until we meet again. Our hearts go out to you at this time. Cherish the wonderful memories of good times shared with Don. Love, Fran & Tim Ansell - Fran Ansell
Mar 09, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Don was such a great person and neighbor. He was always so happy and friendly. My prayers are with you all. - Joanne Knorr