Doan, Harold Jr.
Harold, beloved brother to James and Ruby, lost his valiant battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at Headwaters Health Care Centre, Orangeville. Predeceased by his sister Benita and his parents Harold Sr. and Rachael (Ruby) Doan.
His lifelong interest in history and genealogy led Harold to become a founding member and curator of Dufferin County Museum at its original location in Shelburne. His research into his family roots drew him to join The Society of Friends (Quakers) and also amass a personal library of the history of Ontario. This type of information he happily shared with the Doane Family Association of America and he looked forward to attending their annual reunions.
Harold was an active member of the community, sitting on various boards and committees. He touched many lives with his caring and compassion. At the age of 31, he became a trustee on the Dufferin Board of Education. Over the years he has sat on the boards of Family Transition Place, Waterloo-Wellington-Dufferin Mental Health and the early vision of Community Living Dufferin.
Starting in the 1970’s, Harold worked with his father to develop a successful construction business which later evolved into locksmithing. Harold was instrumental in ensuring Harold Doan and Sons continued after the passing of Harold Sr. and was active in the business until the time of his cancer diagnosis last fall. He then became a vital part of the locksmithing business operating the office and doing the bookkeeping while James maintains the mobile business.
Harold will be sadly missed by his many friends and grieved by James and Ruby who feel the loss of their big brother keenly.
The family will receive friends at the Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre,
Orangeville on Thursday, July 30, 2015 from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 pm.
Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Friday July 31, 2015 at 2:00 pm. with Reception and Burial to follow.
We greatly appreciate the level of care and support extended by Headwaters Health Care Centre, especially the dedicated staff of ICU and Palliative Care as well as his primary physician Dr. Baath and oncologist Dr. Reingold. We also want to acknowledge the tremendous help at home provided by the caregivers of Bayshore Home Health. Harold was able to confide with them and gain reassurance through their exemplary care.
Memorial donations may be made in Harold’s name to Headwaters Health Care Foundation.
A tree will be planted in memory of Harold in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. A dedication service will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com