Deacon Don Hamelin's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2023 in Belle River, Ontario
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Deacon Don Hamelin

February 23, 1943 - August 29, 2023 (80 years old)

Belle River, Ontario

Deacon Don Hamelin's obituary , Passed away on August 29, 2023 in Belle River, Ontario
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Deacon Don Hamelin

February 23, 1943 - August 29, 2023 (80 years old)

Belle River, Ontario

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Deacon Don Hamelin Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Deacon Don Hamelin (Belle River, Ontario), who passed away on August 29, 2023 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his significant other Rita; his children, Mark (Susan), Jennifer Claridge (Matt), Stephanie McCallum (Tim) and Matthew (Natalie); his grandchildren, Joshua, Jonathan, Jacob, Nik, Ava, William, Kate, Blake, Derek, Charlotte and Trent; his great grandchild Charlie; and his adoptive parents, Stanley Hamelin and Doris Hamelin.

Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Windsor & Essex County, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or Society of St. Vincent de Paul would be appreciated.

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September 8, 2023

Mary Cahalan wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Rita and Family, I offer my sincere sympathy to all the family at this very sad time. Don was a treasure in the Permanent Deacon Studies at St. Peter Seminary and I had the pleasure of knowing him there. He was a gift to the church. I am remembering you in prayer.”

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September 7, 2023

Carole Murphy wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Rita, I send my sympathy, love and prayers for you and your family as you bear the passing of Don. I remember Don as a quiet, unassuming and very friendly person. It was a pleasure being a part of the support team when you and Don were in the Diaconate Program. May he rest in peace. Carole Murphy”

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August 31, 2023

Bill Mardepor wrote a sympathy message

“God bless you holy Deacon Don. I still remember you as a seminarian and then as a generous faithful helper in Belle River. Your faith and example was a light for many. My Mass today will be for you and your family. Rest in Peace blessed Deacon Don !”

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August 30, 2023

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“In loving memory of Deacon Don Hamelin, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. To Don a very special friend the deepest regret in your passing. Our memories will last a lifetime. God Speed”

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Aug 31

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Melady Funeral Home
572 Notre Dame St, Belle River, ON N0R1A0

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Aug 31

Visitation

Melady Funeral Home
572 Notre Dame St, Belle River, ON N0R1A0

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Aug 31

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Melady Funeral Home
572 Notre Dame St, Belle River, ON N0R1A0

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Sep 01

Visitation

St. Simon & St. Jude Church
488 St Charles St, Belle River, ON N0R1A0

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Sep 01

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St. Simon and St. Jude Parish
488 St Charles St, Belle River, ON N0R1A0

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