LACKEY, Donald

LACKEY, Donald A. - Passed away peacefully at Kingston General Hospital on Monday, February 25, 2013, Donald Allan Lackey at the age of 66. Beloved husband and best friend of Sharon (nee Brunton). Cherished father of Stephanie (Jean-Marc) Noel and Ronald Lackey. Loving grandfather of Angelique and Jean-Michel Noel. He will be fondly remembered by his nephew Don. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Barbara (the late David) Kaleta, Donna Mae (Dennis) Purvis and Norma (Leonard) Wynn. Don is predeceased by his brother George, his twin brother Ron as well as his parents George and Norma (nee Pepper). Don will be fondly remembered by his sister-in-law, Ron's wife Lorna Lutz, his numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Don was born in Smiths Falls and enjoyed a wonderful career working with the CPR at the rail yard in Smiths Falls. Following his time on the railroad, Don and Sharon moved to Sudbury for more than 30 years, where Don worked as a fusion welder with Centra Gas. At the end of Don's career, he and Sharon moved to Kingston where they could be closer to their children and grandchildren. Following a wonderful life, Don will be returning to rest in peace in his hometown of Smiths Falls. Friends may pay their respects at the BLAIR & SON FUNERAL HOME, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 from 6 to 8 p.m. A celebration of Don's life will take place in the Chapel on Thursday at 1 o'clock. Private interment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation.