1937 – 2025
One of a kind husband, father, grandfather and friend. Predeceased by Clarence and Muriel; his Fitzgerald family Dick and Roberta, Ed (2023), and his niece Rebecca Peggy (1987 – 2023).
Beloved brother-in-law of Richard and Karen. Proud Uncle of Ian.
Loving husband of Joyce. Dear father of Sean, Adam and his wife Lily, and Ryan (Alberta). Proud Grandpa of his three Darlings; Aurora, Marshal, and Liam.
Private arrangements have been entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan.
Our Essentials-Only service does not include our full in-person Aftercare. We provide you with the forms required to apply for the CPP Death Benefit along with our C.A.R.E. Guide checklist.
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Each year we hold a tree dedication ceremony at Morrison Dam in Exeter. We purchase a tree to be planted in memory of the lives lost from the previous year.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
$150 - If transport requires more than one person, additional fee charged per person required
$150 - If transport occurs outside Mon-Fri, 9-5 business hours
Tom and Gail Moir
Joyce and family
Very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time.
Harry Goodwin
Sorry to hear about Donald’s passing. I have many fond memories of our visits and conversations over the years. He was a great husband and father and I know you will have many cherished memories to sustain you through this difficult time. God’s blessings be with all of you.
Ivan and Joan Facey
Joyce and family, we are so sorry for your loss. It was so great having you all for neighbours back in the farm days! Our sincere condolences. Ivan and Joan Facey
Cameron
My condolences to the darlings and extended family, for many years I lived next door to Donald and Joyce with my Grandparents, Donald’s ambition to tinker in the garage next door on anything with an engine always fascinated me and I looked up to him for that, he was kind and caring, and always willing to lend a hand when needed, memory’s fade but Donald’s presence will never be forgotten,
Cameron & Brooklyn Hern
Grace Rollings
Clarke and Grace Rollings
Joyce and family.
We are sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed a chat with you folks whenever we chanced to meet.
Treasure your memories of times together. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Chris and Karrie Bibby
We are sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Don was always such a kind soul. Take care!
Allan Slater
My condolences to Joyce, Sean and the rest of the Darling family. Don and I started high school together, riding the same bus to and from every day. Don was the pitcher on several soft ball teams where I was a team mate. Good bye old friend, you have left us but we will remember you.
Elizabeth Potter
My condolences to Joyce, Sean, Adam, Ryan and family. Thoughts are with you.
Noreen Switzer
My Heartfelt Sympathy goes out to Joyce and her Family;
I also lived in Medina and Donald was a Great Neighbour!
Sympathy from the Switzer Family!
Chris King
So sorry for your loss. I grew up in Medina and worked for Don baling hay and straw. Memories of great meals with Don and his Mom. Don was a Great guy.
Margaret Hern
I always enjoyed a chat with Don as he tinkered with a lawn mower engine in the garage. Meticulous in cleaning the parts before starting a rebuilding project he truly enjoyed his past-time. I knew a restoration was a success when I saw Don riding an antique mower around the cul de sac. I have missed his quiet presence as health failed.
Sincere sympathy,
Margaret Hern