It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Don Avery (Orangeville, Ontario), who passed away on November 22, 2023, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. 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 wife Joan Avery; his children, Debby, Dianne, Donald Jr. (Lynette) and Tom (Jen); his grandchildren, Corey (Tatyana), Chantel (Riley), Emily and Andrew; his great grandchild Lennon; and his siblings, Albert (Clarice), Jean Guy (Audrey), Gloria (Ralph), Dianne, Alphonso (Wanda) and Janet (Norbert). He was also cherished by other relatives and many friends especially in the horse.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, November 29th 2023 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre (21 First St, Orangeville, ON L9W2C8). A celebration of life was held on Wednesday, November 29th 2023 at 2:30 PM at the same location. A dedication service will be held on Sunday, September 8th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Dods & McNair Memorial.

Memorial donations to Ontario Standardbred Adoption Society (osas.ca/donations) in lieu of flowers would be appreciated by the family.

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Nov 29

Visitation

Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre
21 First St, Orangeville, ON L9W2C8

Wed

Nov 29

Celebration of life

Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre
21 First St, Orangeville, ON L9W2C8

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Sep 08

Dedication service

2:00 PM

Dods & McNair Memorial

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November 27, 2023

June Maccabe wrote a sympathy message

“It's been many years since I spent time with Donnel and Joan. Jimmy talked him into buying a property down the road from us near Flesherton and building a new home. This was 50 years ago now. I have many happy menories - we shared a lot of meals together - Donnel always said I made the best meatloaf. This is where Donnel started with his love of horses. When Jimmy passed he was always there for me. My sincerest condolences to all the family . I am sorry for your loss.”