Schwab: Donald William,
Peacefully at Southlake Health Newmarket on February 24, 2025. Don Schwab in his 85th year, beloved husband for 55 years of Margaret Schwab (nee: Hodge). Loving father of Mark and Neil. Sadly missed by his grandchildren Troy (Hailey), Ava, Lilly, and Jessica, and his great grandson Toby. Dear brother of Diane Wilson (Bill), and Gordon Schwab (Deborah), and predeceased by his brother Ken Schwab (Carole), Remembered with love of his brother in law Jerold Hodge (Jeni), and dear friend Gord Barry (Jan). Forever in the hearts of his nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
For many years Don enjoyed playing slow pitch baseball from his 30’s to his 50’s, and for many years he loved playing Rugby. It was during the rugby years, through Don’s knee dislocation that Don met Margaret, and their love grew, and they built their lives together. Don will be greatly missed.
Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Funeral Mass will be held at St. James Church 2118 Adjala-Tecumseth Townline Colgan, on Thursday May 15, 2025 at 10am. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow in the Cliffside Hall at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477. Interment will be held in Holy Cross Cemetery Mount Forest after the reception. Donations in Don’s memory may be made to Chalice or Covenant House Toronto. Online condolences or memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Memorial Funeral Mass
St. James Church
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Colgan Ontario L0G1W0
Thursday May 15, 2025
10:00am
Bill Rice says
Marg and Family: We were sorry to hear of Don’s passing and offer our deepest condolences. Don was the Best Man at our wedding, and Don and I played Fastpitch softball for many years in Richmond Hill.
Bill and Marie Rice
Bob & Loretta Candy says
So vey sorry to hear of Don’s passing, our deepest sympathy to the family.
Judy Morley McNeil says
Dear Marg, Mark and Neil,
My sincere condolences. Donnie was always cheerful, the kindest of men, and always there to offer help to others…..he will live on in the memories of his friends. Once met, never forgotten.
RIP dear Don
Jude Morley McNeil
Eileen Kearney says
Dear Marg &family
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I remember the fun times we had together. The picture shows the immense love Don had for his family. Your grandchildren look so sweet.
Velma and Richard Wace says
Marg, We were so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Fond memories of great neighbours on Alexander Street.
Condolences to all the family.
Velma and Richard
Carol Fraser says
Pete and I were so sorry to hear you lost your Dad Mark. It’s wonderful though that you had him this long. Sending hugs, prayers and love from all the Fraser family, Carol, Pete, James, Joseph and Cheryl. We remember old times, schools, ball games and hockey with fond memories.
Ginny & Ivor Cathcart says
We are so very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Ivor played ball with Don and we remember you living living down the street from us. Holding you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis and Linda Pendlebury says
Sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was a great guy!