Obituary of Donald Maedel

MAEDEL- Donald Arthur, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 in his 92nd year. Donald is survived by his wife Edna (nee Hines) of St. Thomas; by his children Nancy Bol of London, Donald Jr. (Darlene) of St. Thomas, and Sue (Jack) Huber of St. Thomas; by his grandchildren Leslie Bol of Vancouver, Ian Maedel of St. Thomas, Jessica Huber of St. Thomas, and Andrew (Jen) Huber of St. Thomas; by his three great-grandchildren Layka, Ethan and Avery; his sisters Audrey (late Gordon) Morgan of Belle River, Dorothy (Keith) Paul of Nashville; and by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother Robert (Evelyn) Maedel and his sister Shirley Maedel. Donald was born in Essex, son of the late Clarence and Ethel Maedel. He was a businessman working in the soft drink industry and land development. Donald also served in the Royal Canadian Airforce as an Airman, was an active member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church for many years and a former member of the Masonic Lodge Essex. A private family gathering was held prior to cremation. Interment of ashes will take place in Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville on a later date. If desired, donations to St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Shawn Jackson Funeral Home 31 Elgin Street, St. Thomas (519-631-0570). Personal condolences to the family can be made at www.shawnjacksonfuneralhome.com Service Information