Donald Rene Guenette Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Donald Rene Guenette

July 29, 1929 - August 19, 2021

Obituary For Donald Rene Guenette

Donald Rene Guenette, longtime resident of Grande Prairie, AB, passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021, at the age of 92 years.

Don was born on July 29, 1929, in Stony Plain, AB, to Rene and Eleanor Guenette. He was the oldest of six children.

Don was raised in Smith, AB, until moving to the Webster, AB, area to begin working for the railroad as Section Man in 1949. He met the love of his life Agnes in 1950, and they were married on August 14, 1951. Don and Agnes moved to Gundy, AB, in 1956, as Don was promoted to Section Foreman. They moved to Wembley, AB, and then to Grande Prairie in 1966. Don then began to work for the Grande Prairie Catholic School District as a custodian, working in several schools.

Don is survived by his loving wife Agnes; children: Wilf (Glenda), Diane, Sharon (Doug), Brenda (Greg), Shayne (Marsha), Dwayne (Louise); as well as 17 grandchildren, and 23 great-grandchildren.

Don was predeceased by his sons Robert and Kenneth, as well as son in-law Lindsay Weller.

A Viewing will be held on Tuesday, August 24, 2021, from 12:00-1:00pm, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie (10404 102 St). The Funeral Mass will follow at 1:00pm. Interment will take place at the Grande Prairie Cemetery (84th Ave. & 112th St) following the luncheon.

A Livestream link will be available 5 minutes prior to the service on Donald's obituary page on Oliver's Funeral Home website. https://www.facebook.com/olivers.funeral.home/

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to Grande Prairie Palliative Care Society (204, 10134 97 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7X6), or to a charity of one’s choice.

The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of the Valleyview Hospital, as well as to the doctors and especially the nurses of 5 North at the QEII Hospital for their wonderful care of dad.

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December 12, 2021

Diane Smitten

I have just learned of Don's passing - he was an incredible man as I attended St Joes in the late 60's/70's. I was lucky enough to be on a trip with him and Agnes in China many years ago - cruising the Yangtze River and touring on land. May Don Rest In Peace - GODSPEED you were a jewel.
August 23, 2021

Mary Jean MacKenzie

My sympathies to you, Agnes and all the family. I have some wonderful memories of times spent together during the years I worked at Holy Cross School. I still have my gum chain (it is over 1,000 feet long) which you all helped me save the gum wrappers for. I think Don thought I was crazy but he saved them for me anyway. May God keep you in the palm of His hand always.
August 22, 2021

Harvey and Sophie Hasiuk

A life well-lived. We enjoy many great memories of Don and his family. Please accept our condolences. Harvey and Sophie Hasiuk
August 22, 2021

Ray & Colette Brown

Very sad to hear this. Ray & Colette gives all the family our condolences. Uncle Donnie and his family leaves us with many memories of the times they spent with the Brown family. He was a kind person and always happy.
August 21, 2021

Gerald Guenette

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God keep you strong and united through this tough time. Over the last 5 years I made it a mission to spend some time with Don I will miss Don dearly Gerald & Theresa Guenette
August 21, 2021

Don and Ann Gould

Our deepest sympathy to you Agnes and all your family Don was a great fellow always enjoyed his company, always lots of laughter when he was around. RIP Don
August 21, 2021

Marie Chornohus

My deepest sympathies to you , Agnes and your family. The earth has lost a great man. I have the most wonderful memories of Don. Know we are thinking of you all. Roy and Marie Chornohus
August 21, 2021

Calvin and Donna Conrad

Agnes and family, Our sincere condolences to all of you. He will be missed but your memories will be with you always. Calvin and Donna Conrad
August 21, 2021

John Witschen

A good man to know. Rest In Peace Don.
August 20, 2021

Darcy Brown

So many memories of Uncle and Auntie coming to Smith for great visits. Uncle would take us shotgun shooting, we loved the visits , Love to Auntie and the entire Family. ❤️❤️🙏

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