Don Crampton

Thomas Donald Albert Crampton

“Don”

January 27, 1943 – February 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Don on February 22, 2025 after a long struggle with lung disease. He passed away peacefully at the Carleton Place Hospital surrounded by the love of his family at the age of 82.

Don was the beloved husband of Joan for over 43 years. Father of Tyler (Chantel), his children Carys and Tyce; Bonnie (Mike), their children Thomas and James; Garfield, his children Jade and Eric; and Albert. He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Heather (Brian), Bill (Judi), Anne (Dave), Joe (Lorraine), Jamie, and Dan (Janet); as well as by his sisters-in-law Francine and June, and his brother-in-law David. Don was predeceased by his parents Garfield and Isabel Crampton, his brother John, and brother-in-law Brian Costello and brother-in-law Dan Morrow. He will be fondly remembered by his 37 nieces and nephews, especially Sarah, Jenny, and Hannah, as well as his extended family, neighbours, and friends.

Don was in the Navy at a very young age. He was selected as “Captain of the Day”, a distinguished honour because he was the youngest sailor on the ship at the age of 17. He worked for the railway, Leigh Instruments, and was Head of Housekeeping at Rideau Regional where he retired at the age of 53. He was then able to concentrate on expanding his Pedigree of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. Don was highly known and respected for his dedication and outstanding work throughout the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Club of Canada. His 44 pups have been sold all over Canada and as far away as Alaska and California. He has won many awards over the years.

Don had the time to travel to many soccer games and other events supporting his family. He was also known as “Uncle Don” to many others. If you were fortunate enough to know Don you will remember his smile, sense of humour, his kindness, and hugs.

A special thank you to all the doctors and nurses at the Carleton Place Hospital and the Bayshore Home Care team for taking such good care of Don.

Memorial donations may be made to the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Lung Association.

A celebration of life will be held at Legion Branch 192, Capt. A. Roy Brown Branch, 177 George Street, Carleton Place on Sunday, March 16th from 1 to 5 p.m.

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