Mr. Donald Brian Fast

In the early morning hours of December 19, 2014, Donald passed away suddenly with his wife Judi at his side.

Don is predeceased by his parents Earl Donald Fast and Irene Julia Fast (nee Baillie) and is survived by his beloved wife Judith (nee Beckett); son Christopher (Shelley nee Irvine); daughter Jennifer (Brad Rempel); grandchildren Patrick and Margaret; brothers Greg (Brenda Thomson) and Andrew (Lezlie Parker); sister Suzanne (John Grass) and a large extended family of in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, great nephews and many beloved friends. He enjoyed spending time with all of his family and friends.

Born in Winnipeg, Don was raised in St. James and moved to Charleswood with his wife in 1972 where they raised their family. Don held a Master’s degree in Computer Science and worked at the Canadian Wheat Board for his entire 32 year career. He rose to the position of Director, Business Consultancy, Information Technology Division, and in 1997 he was seconded to Human Resources as Director, Change Management where he remained until he retired at the end of 2000. His retirement was spent volunteering for the Silver Harbour Property Owner’s Association, the Canadian Wheat Board Retirees Association and many international events including the Pan Am Games. Don enjoyed woodworking, gardening, cross country skiing, cycling and most recently working on the family tree.

Don loved summers at the cabin he built in Silver Harbour with his family and traveling to the USA, with many Februaries spent in Corpus Christi, Texas. He always looked forward to the family wingding every summer at his brother’s farm and spending time with his extended family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, son and uncle, Don’s love of children and family was seen every day in his playful heart. His sense of humour and quick wit brought joy to all those who crossed his path.

A celebration of life was held on Tuesday December 30, 2014 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Thomson “In the Park” Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard.