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BIRK: Douglas Wray “Doug” of Kitchener, formerly of Palmerston

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On November 21, 2021 @ 9:58 AM In Lucan,Obituary | 8 Comments

BIRK: Douglas Wray “Doug” of Kitchener, formerly of Palmerston
Passed away peacefully at Grand River Hospital, Freeport Campus, Kitchener, on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at the age of 81. Father of Terry and husband Paul McTaggart of Lucan, David and his wife Karen of Ayr, and Jacquie Birk and Brian Clarke of Brighton. Devoted grandfather to his grandkids. Doug will be lovingly remembered by his sister Keitha and husband Bob Graham as well as by his nieces and friends. Doug is predeceased by his father and mother, Ivan and Milta (Gingerich) Birk.   
 
Doug was born in Palmerston in 1940 and spent his career as a welder in Kitchener, Ontario until a work place injury. He then moved to The Pas, Manitoba where he was a talented Taxidermist. He moved back to Kitchener as a contractor in 1999. Doug was a man of many talents; artist, leather work, etc. He was a proud member and supporter of the Polish Legion Branch 412 in Kitchener. At the legion he could be found playing shuffleboard, cards, and darts. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing. Doug enjoyed working on cars at his notable friends garage, Kirby Miller and was often found tinkering on cars and scuttlebutt at Kirby’s garage.   
 
Keeping with Doug’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. 
 
As expressions of sympathy, donations in Doug’s memory may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion – Polish Veterans Branch 412, Kitchener or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. 
 

Condolences for the family of “BIRK: Douglas Wray “Doug” of Kitchener, formerly of Palmerston”

Condolence from Ann Brabender on November 21st, 2021 3:30 PM

My deepest sympathy – Terry & Paul and families.

Condolence from Kathy and Keith McFarland on November 21st, 2021 6:15 PM

Sending my sympathies to Terry and Paul and family.

Condolence from Scott and Wendy Stafford on November 21st, 2021 6:42 PM

My sincere sympathy Terry, Paul , Meghan and Dylan and families

Condolence from Don & Ruth Dewar & Carol Dewar & Paul Davidson & Family on November 21st, 2021 10:13 PM

So sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathies to all of you. He is at peace now…Gone Fishing. Thinking of you, the Dewar and Davidson families.

Condolence from Murray and Edith Yeo on November 22nd, 2021 10:44 AM

Terry, Paul and Family

Our sincere sympathies to all of you. May your many memories keep him with you.

Condolence from Joyce Sovereign on November 22nd, 2021 11:30 AM

Terry,Paul and family
So sorry to read of Terry’s fathers death ,sending my sympathy to each of you at this sad time .

Condolence from Glen and Linda Finch on November 25th, 2021 2:35 PM

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad
Your many memories will help you through this sad day
You have our deepest sympathies

Condolence from Wayne Pryce on November 26th, 2021 8:21 AM

Terry, Paul & Family
Thinking of all of you during this sad time.
Wayne, Julie, Dylan & Emily Pryce

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