Don Cavanagh

13-Mar-1941 - 07-Mar-2023

Obituary Overview

In Loving Memory


Donald Andrew Cavanagh of Georgetown passed away on March 7, 2023 at the age of 81.

Don was born in Toronto and was a career fire-fighter for the City of Etobicoke. He retired after 3 decades of service.

He is predeceased by his parents John and Margaret Cavanagh and his beloved wife Laura Faye Cavanagh (nee Gregory) "Bunny".

He will be lovingly remembered by his sons Don (Shobi) and Ken (Beata); his grandchildren Danielle (Clayton), Brittany, Erica (Tyler), Jo-anne (Adam), Usha; his great grand-children Grayson, Cooper, Mack, Jake, Briar, Wyatt; and his siblings, Bev, Aidie and Craig.

In his memory, family and friends will be received at Glen Oaks Funeral Home, 3164 Ninth Line, Oakville on March 17, 2023 from 2 - 3 p.m.. A memorial service will be held in the Chapel at 3 p.m. followed by a reception.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to Georgetown Hospital Foundation.

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Funeral Details

  • Visitation

    Glen Oaks Funeral Home

    Event Times:

    17-Mar-2023 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  • Memorial Service

    Glen Oaks Funeral Home

    Event Times:

    17-Mar-2023 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

  • Reception

    Glen Oaks Funeral Home

    Event Times:

    17-Mar-2023 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Condolences from family and friends

Posted by Jennifer Crosby | 16-Mar-2023


We have been neighbours to Don for close to 15 years. He will be missed. Know that our family is thinking of your family at this time.

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Posted by Adie Woods/Nee; Cavanagh | 15-Mar-2023


Thx for being my big brother. You were a pretty neat brother since you were my hero "Fire fighter" Glad you found peace. Bun will finally have her "Evis" home. Love Always Adie

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