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Donn Hanna

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DONN HANNA

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November 26, 1946 – October 16, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Donn Hanna announce his passing on October 16, 2021 at the age of 74 years.

Donn was predeceased by his father Sam. He is survived by his mother Jean; his wife of 49 years, Patti; his 2 sons, Ryan (Emilie) and Richard; as well as his 3 sisters, Lois, Karen and Julie.

Donn was born in Oxbow, SK and, even though he moved as a teenager to Portage la Prairie, he always considered Saskatchewan home. After graduating from Portage Collegiate Institute, he moved to Winnipeg to pursue further education and completed his Civil Technology training. Donn later started his own home building business, applying creative innovations to his housing designs. Later in life, he applied his creativity to three self-published books.

Donn had a special attachment to Delta Beach, spending many hours helping to maintain the family cottage.

A private interment will be held at a later date. In the meantime, the family kindly requests that all of Donn’s friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by sharing memories, and stories using the comment section on this page.

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Bernie Wright.

October 19, 2024 at 10:37 AM

Donne and I were 1 day apart. He had seniority. Now I read in the Free Press that Patti has joined him.

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Ron, Lorraine and Family

November 15, 2021 at 6:21 PM

Patti we are so sorry for you and your family with the pasting of Donn . We first meet Donn back in 1974 as we lived next door . From building a fence to cutting grass to fires in the back yard , we had great times . Then came the new house to the work Donn did for us at the cabin made us very close friends . We have many long long talks about everything you could think of , sure am going to miss the talks .. Best to you and your family and as alway if you need help with anything we are still just a phone call away .  Ron and Lorraine Surcon ...
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Waind & Vyra MacDonald

November 4, 2021 at 9:54 AM

Very sorry to hear of Donns passing   have vivid memories of when Donns family moved from Saks back to his mothers family farm in Portage to the Earl & Loa MacDonald farm north of Portage
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Lynn Howard (nee Latimer)

November 4, 2021 at 12:36 AM

So sorry to hear of Donn’s passing. My sincere condolences to the entire Hanna family. May your memories of Donn always bring you comfort and peace. 🕊 I’m a second cousin through the Latimer connection.
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Donalda and Wayne Johnson

November 2, 2021 at 7:26 PM

How very shocked we were to read of Donn's passing. We were neighbours at Delta for over 20 years and have missed you all terribly since the cottage was sold. Such great bonfires, talks on the deck and games of Canasta. Donn was one of our favourite authors-so humerous and down to earth. All our love to Jean, Pattie, Ryan and Richard, Lois, Karen and Julie and families. We would love to attend the memorial at Delta.
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Cindy

November 2, 2021 at 3:14 PM

Pat, I am so sorry to hear of Donn's passing. May your memories of Donn and the love of your family and friends surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
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Donna

November 1, 2021 at 5:05 PM

💜with love from Ottawa. Donna and Steve
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Kathleen

November 1, 2021 at 10:19 AM

Sorry to hear of Donns passing. Condolences to you and your boys.
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James MacDonald

November 1, 2021 at 3:33 AM

I remember him fondly.  We were teenage cousins in Portage summers of the late 1950’s. A happy and positive a person.   James MacDonald
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Susan Brooker Sharkey

October 31, 2021 at 7:27 PM

I am shocked and saddened to hear of Donn"s passing!! We reconnected after several years on Facebook. He worked for my dad in high school and we shared a few fun memories!! My deepest sympathies are with his family at this very sad time!!! May God bring you comfort and peace as you share in the wonderful memories of him!!!❤
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Ian MacDonald

October 31, 2021 at 7:08 PM

Condolences to all the family. I am sad to hear this.
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Connie Krawec

October 31, 2021 at 2:55 PM

sincere condolences to Patty and family. Don was my second cousin.  We were part of the MacDonald clan of Portage la Prairie. Connie (MacDonald) Krawec
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Gale M’Lot

October 30, 2021 at 3:36 PM

There was no finer fellow than Donn Hanna! We first met when he did some top notch work in our condo. Then we got to know him as an author. We were delighted to go to his book readings at McNally Robinson. Most importantly, we enjoyed his humour and high standards both in craftsmanship and life. You’ll always hold a special fond place in our hearts. Gale M’Lot and Carol Briggs
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Grace Irwin

October 30, 2021 at 11:10 AM

My sincerest condolences to Pat❤ and family on hearing of Donn's passing. My late husband (Jack) & I met Pat & Donn through mutual friends. When we gathered socially, Don enjoyed talking about the Prairies and many other interesting topics. My husband was from Saskatchewan and also in construction so it made for a good fit. Donn was outgoing and had an easy smile and a laugh. My prayers are with you Pat and hope memories of your many years together, will be of comfort.❤      
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