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Brad Gosnell posted a condolence
Saturday, June 3, 2023
To Karen, AJ and families
We are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you all as you celebrate his life.
Brad and Marg
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Karen (Smith) Liberty posted a condolence
Saturday, June 3, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the Congo family. Don was my bus driver on Bus #4 from kindergarten all the way through high school. Although many years have passed, I remember Don as a very kind, caring, gentle man. He was the best bus driver and took the time to know and care for every one of the children on his bus. I hope your memories and those of all the people whose lives he touched with his kindness will give you comfort at this difficult time. Karen (Smith) Liberty.
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Cheri Groot posted a condolence
Saturday, June 3, 2023
Don was always happy to see people and took time to ask about the family and how everyone was doing. He was thoughtful with his words and genuine in his care. Even after I moved to Calgary many years ago, Don would call and say “I’m just watching the Flames play on tv and thought I’d call to see how you’re doing out there.” Don Congo was a neighbour for life. My condolences to you both, Karen and AJ.
Cheri Groot
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Donna Litwin Makey posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
Don was a great bus driver and always so interested in hearing our family updates. It was fun connecting with him. He made people feel special.
Donna Litwin Makey
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Keith and Paulette McAllister posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
Katie and Wayne and each member of the Congo family. We were so sad to read of Dons passing. Keith has happy memories of childhood days in Sunday School with Don. Over the years it was always our pleasure to see Don at any function and catch up to the always softly spoken and friendly man that Don was . Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at the loss of Don, and may you find comfort in the happy memories you shared.
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Brian and Cindy Gosnell(Jay) posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
Sorry to hear of Don's passing. Always loving meeting him and catching up on family news. He was always a very kind and gentle soul.
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delma coll lit a candle
Friday, June 2, 2023
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my condolence to you Karen and Allan Congo FAMILY.
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Bill Johnston posted a condolence
Friday, June 2, 2023
Karen and Allan and families
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. We have good memories of a friendly, kind man who, along with your mother, were valued employees of Johnston Bus Lines. We also know he was a great support to his neighbours and community. Peace and comfort to you all. Bill and Margaret Johnston
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angiejurasek posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
My sincere sympathies to the Congo family. Don was my "Bus 4" bus driver from as early as I can remember, all the way up until I graduated from high school. The sweetest memory I have of Don was when I was a little girl climbing up those steps into the bus and Don teasing me, asking if the sandman came to visit me last night? Don took good care of all of us on the bus. No worries there. By coincidence, my husband Ken (a grader operator) had the pleasure of working with Don when he was applying dust control to the roads. May the beautiful memories you have of Don comfort you during this difficult time.
Angie (Kerulcin) Jurasek
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Sean & Deena McBrien posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Karen, Al & families….
We are sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your friends and family during this difficult time. We always enjoyed our visits with Don and Kate. Sending our deepest condolences.
Sean & Deena McBrien
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Marnie Ball posted a condolence
Thursday, June 1, 2023
My sincere sympathies to the Congo family. Don drove the school bus for my siblings and myself for many years in my childhood. He was always so kind and took great care of us all! We were the last ones to drop off....so had many great chats with him throughout our school bus years. He was a very gentle and kind man...and again...sorry for your loss. Take care...Marnie Ball (Towsley)
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Joyce (Somerville) Smith posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Karen, A.J., Jill, Austin, Anjo & Joana:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad/Grandpa. He was a kind, wonderful man and a true gentleman. He always had time to stop and have a chat with you whenever you would meet up with him. He will be missed so much by everyone who was lucky enough to have him as a friend I truly believe he was a true friend to everyone he met. Your Mom & Dad were an AWESOME couple I knew him growing up in the Highgate area and my family were very close to your Mom's Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult and sad time.
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Kris Kearney-Richards posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Sending my sympathy to Karen, AJ and family. Your mom and dad were wonderful neighbours and friends while we were growing up. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
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Bob & Debbie Schmitchen posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Very, very sorry to hear about Don. Don worked for my dad on our family farm many years back. I remember working with him doing both potatoes and tobacco. Those days are long gone but Don was always showing up somewhere when you least expected it. Don might be gone now but those memories will last forever. Our condolences to Karen & A. J. and the rest of the family. Bob & Debbie Schmitchen
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Jean Menton posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Several years ago, Don, Katie, and Karen came to southern California to visit and attend the New Year's Rose Parade. Don delighted in picking an orange from our backyard tree. He also went for a stroll in our neighborhood and came back to the house sharing lots of details about our neighbors that were news to us! The Don Congos also encountered fellow Canadians from their neighboring community sitting in the stands at the Rose Parade. All testify to his friendliness and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone!!
We send our condolences to Karen and AJ and their families.
Jean Congo Menton
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Carol Rankin lit a candle
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Karen and AJ and families; Sorry to hear of your father's sudden passing. Your parents were great visitors and I will miss them both.
Carol, Michael and Nicole
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Mary Ann Mahovlich posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
We all aspire to live life the way Don did.
He generously gave probably the most precious commodity one has in life: his time.
He would hale a friendly hello, give a warm smile, tell a story or two and he would take time to listen.
He will be greatly missed!
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Scott and Racheal Smith lit a candle
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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Sorry to hear of Donald's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Scott, Evelyn & Racheal Smith
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Glen & Margie Richardson posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
To Karen, AJ and Family:
Don was a good friend to many. He would always have a great conversation or story to tell.
We are thankful to have shared in his life. Sending our condolences to the family.
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Bev Anderson posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Deepest condolences on behalf of the Gesner family.
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Leighanne McDonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Karen and Alan family extended families and friends. Don was a great kind warm gentleman. .I rode his bus and all my 8 siblings did as well. I live in highgate One day i was cutting grass and Din thought he recognized me backed up and pulled in to see who i was. He stopped in frequently for a quick chat. We will be thinking of you both during this difficult time. R.I.PDon.
Mark and Leigh McDonald (Giroux girl from McKays corners)
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Dennis Boylan posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Our condolences to the family. I remember Don fondly from his years at the Ridgetown arena. Always took time to pass the time of day. My memories of my years at the rink includes him and Lenny Hoskins.May Don rest in peace….Lynn and Dennis Boylan
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Dick/Baker Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
So sorry to hear about Don's passing. He had one of the kindest hearts I have ever met. Took our son under his wing and taught him so much more than just work and money. He will never be forgotten. Sending our deepest condolences to his family.
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Bonnie Fenton posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
To Karen & AJ & family
Your dad was a kind & caring gentleman. He enjoyed visiting with everyone.
Our deepest condolences.
Hugs
Bonnie & Ray Fenton
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Rita Saunders lit a candle
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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My sincere sympathy to all the family
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Jill Schweitzer posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
Our most sincere condolences AJ and Jill, Karen, Austen, Anjo, Jonas and Joanna, Words cannot express how much your Dad meant to all the Schweitzer’s. Always a kind, caring gentleman, your Dad was the very best. We will miss him terribly.
Ted, Jill, Jesse and Hilary XOXO
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Mike & Sandy Dotterman posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
We are sorry to hear about Don’s passing. He had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need. He will be missed by all who had the privilege and honour to know him. Karen and Allen, our deepest condolences to you both and the rest of the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
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Laurie Gall posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I think Don was one of the kindest souls I’ve met. He was my bus driver from kindergarten thru high school (your mom too, also a sweetheart). Whenever we met up he always liked to catch up which was always a pleasure. Still remember when his mouth was wired shut due to horse accident and the treats they gave us at end of year. So many fond memories I will cherish. Sincerely Laurie Gall
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Lindagore lit a candle
Monday, May 29, 2023
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Condolences on the loss of a very kind and respectful gentleman. He will be missed as he kept us morning girls at Tim's on our toes. RIP Don.
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Shirley Clark posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
I have many good memories of Don and Katy at the old time dances, and they became people you could visit with every time you met them. Over the years, we felt very safe as our children boarded the bus when your dad, and later' your mom were driving. You will never know the number of young lives they touched with their wonderful appreciation of every one they met. Every child was special when they got on Don's bus. My sympathy to you at this time.
Shirley Clark
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The Conroy's posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He had a huge heart and the community will miss him.
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Susan ( Davis) Robinson posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
I will miss the kindness and good humour of cousin Donald.
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Monday, May 29, 2023
I just wanted to say Karen & Allen your dad was deeply involved with the Juvenile Team in 1972 cause I know Don was coaching us guys from behind the big door at the back and also doing a super job of sharping our skates back then. He will be a hard man to replace cause everyone enjoyed his company and his care for everyone. Chuck & Brenda
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Deb Vandenhende posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
Karen and Allan and families
We are saddened to read of the passing of our Dad's friend and our favorite bus driver....Dad and Don always had great conversations when they would meet up and our parents always knew how safe he kept us all while in his care on the bus. We will keep you in our thoughts as you mourn the loss of your Dad/Grandfather...With sincere sympathy
Nancy Pickering (late Jack) and the kids from bus #4
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Dayle & Donna Zehr posted a condolence
Monday, May 29, 2023
To Karen & Alan & their Families
Sending our condolences on the passing of your Dad. We’re sorry we’ll miss the visitation as we’re away. Enjoyed conversations with your Mom & Dad whenever we’d meet them out and about. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Dayle & Donna
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Monday, May 29, 2023
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Judy McMillan Posted May 31, 2023 at 11:55 PM
Karen, A,J and family, we are very shocked and sad to hear of your dad's passing. I can't think of a kinder couple than your parents and it was a pleasure to visit with them and get to know them over many years in the community. Thinking of you all as you deal with this loss. Sincerely, Dan and Judy McMillan
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Monday, May 29, 2023
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