Donald William Gillespie was born on February 21, 1932 and passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving wife on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. His last days were spent at Bethell Hospice in Inglewood to whom we are forever grateful for the compassionate care provided to Don and also support for his family in his final days. Don leaves us with his quiet and confident legacy. He will be fondly remembered by his loving wife Cathy; four sons, Alan, Gary, Kevin (Wendy), and Rodney; two acquired and loving daughters Andrea (Sam) and Sarah (Brian); grandchildren, Alyssa (Kyle), Amanda, Bret (Keira), Noah and Carson and great-grandchildren JJ and Miller; sister Claire (Jim deceased), along with many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his mother and father Emily and Cyril Gillespie.
The family will receive their friends at Mayfield United Church, 12496 Dixie Road, Caledon, on Saturday, February 24 from 11:00 a.m. until time of memorial service at 12:30 p.m. Reception to follow in the church’s fellowship hall.
Those unable to attend the service in person are invited to view the service through live streaming, please click the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/@mayfieldunitedchurch5020/streams
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethell Hospice (foundation.bethellhospice.org) in Don’s honour.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Jim and Deborah Wilson
Kathy, we are so sorry to hear about Don. He will be greatly missed. Any time you want to talk, we are here for you.
Gary and Brenda
We have many memories of Don over the years. He sure loved music and sang tenor in our Mayfield United Church choir for many years.
Rest in peace Don. We are sure if there are choirs in heaven, you already have the music and a seat in the tenor section.
Dale Stevenson
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Cathy my heart goes out to you and the family. Don did enjoy a long full life so I hope you find comfort in this. I had not seen him for a number of years but always found him gentle and kind..
Sending hugs Dale
Sheila Hartford
My deepest sympathies Cathy to you & the
Family at this difficult time.
Don will always walk with you in your heart ❤️
Linda MacNeill
To Cathy and family and Don’s family,
Please accept my heartfelt and deepest condolences to you during this difficult time. ❤️.
In Christian Love
Linda MacNeill
Madelyn & Shawn Porter
So very sorry for your loss Cathy. He was a kind fun loving soul. We loved spending time with you guys in Roatan. Don of course photo bombs a picture at the airport. We carry fond memories of you both in our hearts.
Betty Ottywill
So very sorry cathy
Our heartfelt love and prayers to you and your family.
Betty ottywill and whole family
Jim O'Neill
Simply a wonderful gentleman. Almost 50 years of wonderful memories. Such a kind heart. Never heard him utter a negative word toward anyone. Brilliant musician and incredible barbersopper. My most heartfelt condolences.
Benny
I was so very saddened to hear of Don’s(Stanley’s) passing Cathy. He was such a soft spoken, gentle, and loving man.I’m so happy that you two had a long journey of love, adventure and of course music together.
You and your family Cathy are in our hearts and prayers .
May the angels always surround “Stanley”with song
Lisa Speirs
My sincere condolences to you Cathy and your family. You gave loving care to Don until he left this world. You were is angel on earth❤️.
Merle Miller
Cathy, my deepest condolences to you and your family. May happy and loving memories comfort you always ❤️
George and Deedy Williams
Cathy, We have been thinking about you and Don for a few days now and knew how absolutely you were taking care of him beyond what anyone could do. You are and always have been the perfect Angel. Somewhere in the heavens but especially in your heart, Don will live on forever. George and Deedy Williams XOXO
Pam McBride
I’m truly sorry for your profound loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs your way ❤️
Julie Faux-Newman
Cathy and family, I am so very sorry for your loss of a wonderful man, your Pal. Sending love, hugs and prayers.
Celia Wamsley
Don you will be missed. You were a great guy and loved barbershop and music overall. Cathy you are an angel and were good to and for each other. Sending big hugs. Love Celia ❤️
Doreen Pooley (North Metro)
Dear Cathy:
Holding you and the family in loving prayers at this time, Don always had a smile and warm words whenever he met us,
May God bring you peace as you grieve,
Love and Blessings.
Doreen
Wesley Jones
We are so sorry to hear of Don’s passing Kathy and family. Sending our love and sympathies from the Joneses.
Donna Lupson
Cathy, so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband Don. Sending love, peace and sympathy to you and your family.
Thinking of you,
Donna L
Wendy Luffman
Our deepest sympathy to you & your loving family. My heart goes out to you all.
Wendy Grenier
Cathy,
Al and I are so very sorry to hear about Don’s passing. You and your family have been, and will remain in our thoughts. Truly.
Kina and Avalon Lamarre
Our loving prayers to you Cathy and all of Donald’s family.
Ken & Pauline Young
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Joanne Armstrong
Please accept our deepest condolences Cathy and family.
Don will be missed by our mayfield community.
You gave him the best care until it was time for his journey . Heaven has gained a musical angel.
Love
Joanne and Ian Armstrong
Dylan neumann
Sorry for your loss Don will be greatly missed. Love Bec and Dylan.
Bobby Gibson
Cathy. So sorry for your loss. I don’t think I will ever go by your front porch at the Ranch without seeing Don there.
Bobby Gibson
Dawn Jones
Cathy, so saddened to hear of your loss. I hope you can find comfort in the beautiful memories you made together. Deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Lisa Aston
Cathy, I am so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. You were by his side until the end and what a wonderful gift of comfort and love you were able to give him. I admire the relationship you and Don had of complete devotion and love for each other. My deepest condolences to you and your family, as you journey into this new chapter.
Jim and Willa Hopkinson
Jim and Willa Hopkinson send our deepest condolences.
Barry Tripp
Cathy.
On behalf of the Tripps, I offer my condolences to You and Yours. I have fond memories of Don around his classic Harmony Ranch Fire Pit and well-stocked wood pile. His foundational stories in Montreal and his legendary Barbershop Life. I was fortunate to have Don as my ranch neighbour and my friend. Rest easy Don.
Geoff Shields
Very to hear of Don’s passing, and my thoughts and condolences go out to Cathy and the family. Don was such such a nice guy, and a great Harmony Rancher and Barbershopper, and he will be greatly missed.
Fred Stevens
My condolences to Cathy at the passing of Don. Fondest memories of Don when he sang with Mega City Chorus.
God Bless
Barb Bertrand
Cathy, we’re very sad to learn of Don’s passing.
Our condolences to you, Andrea, Sarah and all of the family.
We’re sending wishes for peace, comfort and loving memories to you, as you journey through the difficult days ahead.
Thinking of you with love,
Barb and Bob.
Gloria Busch
All my love and prayers. A bright light has gone out and we support you Cathy and your family as you grieve this loss
Deb Scott
Cathy,
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Kathryn Dionne
Oh Cath. I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Cry. Laugh. Cry again. You have lots of support and now you have another loving angel watching over you and yours.
Big hug Cath.
Glenda and Udo
We were very sorry to hear of Don’s passing.
We are sure he will be missed. The Barbershop world will never be the same.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Julia Neilson
I am sending you lots of hugs. Thank you for sharing this sad news. I am so very sorry. I wish I was home. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Can’t wait to give you a big hug in person.
Cheryl
We are so sorry for your loss Cathy. We are sending all our love.
Cheryl, Betty and Kris
Annelies Schmid
Cathy, My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Janie & Jim
We are so sorry to hear about Don. Our hearts go out to you and all the family. He always seemed to have a smile on his face and am sure you will have wonderful memories. Of course we think of singing and you two were a fabulous musical pair……
Lots of hugs to you Cathy and all the family..
Janie & Jim
Arundell family
We were so saddened to hear of Don’s passing Phillip and I and our girls send condolences to the Gillespie family. Don and his family were such a large part of all our lives for so long. Cathy, you have stayed beside Don and brought him comfort in his last days, May God comfort and guide you through this trying time and know that Don is in a better place.
Mark and Karen Robinson
Karen and I are thinking of you at this difficult time. Don’s friendly greetings from your porch at the Ranch will be missed.
Jonathan & Joanne
Cathy
We are so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. It is hard to believe that we first met over 30 years ago in Mississauga. The musical tour of Toronto highlighted Don’s brilliant arranging and grasp of how to create an entertaining show for the audience.
His participation in MegaCity and being on the tour of Russia were memories that we will always cherish.
He will be missed not only for his musical genius but also for being a great guy.
May the memories of the great times help to was the sorrow of his passing
Art Caruana
Cathy, I extend my sincerest condolences to you and your loved ones. I’m sorry for your loss.
Colleen Murphy
Dear Cathy, I send my deepest condolences to you on the passing of your life partner and pal, Don. We are all here to envelop you in our arms with hugs of support and love ❤️
Colleen Murphy
Kagey Gray
Cathy, we have such great memories from exploring the Hawaiian Islands as part of Don & Cathy Squared (as Marie Barry called us). Our day trip to Big Beach was epic, and has been featured often in stories of surviving the Big Wave. You guys made our first cruise even better.
We think of Flipper fondly, and will always recall his ready laugh and loving spirit.
We are in Connecticut right now, but thinking of you. Sending you hugs as you go through this tough time.
Kagey & Don ❤
Len Clement
So sorry Cathy & family for this loss. We have fond memories of Don and will always remember his smile.
May you find comfort in so many wonderful memories.
Len & Carol
Venetia
Dear Cathy and Family
Sorry for your loss and may you find comfort in all the Beautiful Memories
Rune Venetia Nikolai and Alexander