George Donald "Don" English
May 15, 1931 ~ September 14, 2017
George Donald English of Creston, B.C. passed away on September 14, 2017 at Swan Valley Lodge at the age of 86 years.
Donald was born on May 15, 1931 in Hamiota, Manitoba, where he grew up on a farm working alongside his father and grandfather.
He married in 1955 to his wife of 62 years, Mary (nee Storey) English. Together they had four children, Wayne, Lyle, Roxanne, and Deborah.
Donald drove semi-trucks for a living prior to starting his own fencing and construction business.
Donald loved to work with his hands and built many beautiful articles out of wood. He was especially proud of his Irish heritage.
Donald is survived by his wife Mary, their four children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
As per Donald's wishes there will be no service.
In lieu of flowers please make a memorial donation in Donald's name to the The Canadian Cancer Society, #19 - 9th Ave South, Cranbrook, BC V1C 2L9.