On December 26, 2022, Donald (Don) Michael Modin, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 77 years after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born September 14, 1945, Don spent his childhood living with his family in Thunder Bay. A voracious reader, Don earned his degree in education in 1965 before relocating to Dorion. He spent 33 years teaching, primarily at the Dorion Elementary Public School, before retiring in 1998.
Don had a love of cars, particularly hot rods. He helped start the Northern Lights Car Club and served as the President for 25 years, organizing cruise nights and car shows for those that loved to drive fast and listen to the rumble of an engine.
Don was best known for his dry sense of humour and kind spirit, making jokes until the very end.
He will be forever missed by his wife of 50 years, Valerie Modin, and their children Michael (Brandy), Ian (Teresa), and Amber (Nick). He is also survived by nine grandchildren that adored their Papa – Aydin, Wyatt, Nathan, Jaxson, Abbigail, Grace, Cohen, Sloane and Simon. He will also be deeply missed by Joey, Skylar, Patrick, Leonard, and Josh. Don leaves behind his sister Valerie, brother Wally, sister-in-law Terry, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents, Zelma and Walter, brother David, brother-in-law Gordon as well as his father-in-law Maurice and mother-in-law Peggy.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will take place at a later date in the Summer so that Don is able to take a final ride in his hot rod. Should friends desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or another charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpler Times Cremation Centre, 575 Central Avenue, Thunder Bay.
