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Rhyno- Donald Milford

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RHYNO – Donald M., 77, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away at Queens General Hospital surrounded by his loving family after a long, courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Halifax, Don was a son of the late Robert and Gladys (Wolfe) Rhyno and his birth mother Lillus (Wolfe) Atkins.
After leaving school, Don joined the Royal Canadian Navy and proudly served his country aboard HMCS Fort Erie. He also worked at Steel and Engine Products Limited (STENPRO), Liverpool and Standard Brands in Brooklyn before going to Nova Scotia Power from which he retired in 1996.
Don was a 50 year member of Mersey Branch #38, Royal Canadian Legion, Liverpool, and a member and past master of Prince of Wales Lodge #29, A.F.&A.M. and Rossignol Chapter #6, Royal Arch Masons. After retiring, you could find Don at the Liverpool Curling Club where he enjoyed a good game and coffee with friends. Summer was also spent watching his favorite team, the Toronto Blue Jays. Don will be fondly remembered by all who knew him well for his inability to tell a joke (He could never make it to the punch line) as well as a devoted husband and father; he was always available to help out or advise.
Don is survived by his wife of 55 years Leslie (Soper); his sons Gayln (Susan) of Liverpool and Bevan (Melinda) of New Minas. Grandchildren Garrett, Justine and Rachel. His brothers Philson (Sandy) of Dartmouth and Peter of Milton.
Besides his parents, Don was predeceased by his brother Bobby.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. At Don’s request, there will be no public service. No flowers, donations may be made to Trinity Anglican Church or to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
The family wish to thank Greg and Sam for their many visits and Raymond for the many drives. “VE1BAH signing off”

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  1. Mary Lowe

    To The Famy:
    I was very saddened to hear of
    Donnie’s passing…you all are in
    my thought and prayers at this time…my Sincere Condolences
    take care ..

  2. Mary Lowe

    To The Family:
    I was very saddened to hear of
    Donnie’s passing…you all are in
    my thought and prayers at this time…my Sincere Condolences
    take care ..

  3. JOHN RHYNO

    We are very sorry for your loss. My brother was a great human being. He always had time to help others and give advise where needed. He will be sadly missed for sure. Hang in there. Things always get better with time.

  4. Francis & Peggy Payzant

    Dear Leslie & Families;
    Francis & I Are So Very Sorry To See That Donnie Has Passed Away. He Sure Has Had A Long Struggle With His Illness. One Thing For Sure Is That He Never Gave Up. Francis & I Both Thought The World Of Donnie. He Sure Was Quite A Gentleman. He Would Always Stop To Have A Chat, No Matter Who You Were, He Was Always Such A Kind & Gentle, Gentleman.. Donnie Was Always On Our Mind Especially When We Seen Leslie Without Him. Always Cherish Your Precious Memories Of Your Life With Donnie And Keep Them Close To Your Heart. This Is Were He Will Be When You Have Difficult Days. Ahead. . May Donnie Now Rest In Peace. God Sure Has A Special Angel.
    Sincerely:
    Francis & Peggy Payzant!!! ( We Will Always Remember That Sweet Smile). A True Friend He Was.

  5. Gordon and Andrea Veinot

    Dear Leslie and family,So sorry to hear of Donnys passing.Hold all of your wonderful memories close and may they comfort you!Please accept our deepest sympathies

  6. Clark and Sandra Hebb

    To Leslie and family, please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow .

  7. Margo Hanley

    To all of Donnie’s family: I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I met him many years ago when he used to stop at the Petro Canada station for fuel. I loved his sense of humor. I had forgotten about his joke telling until I read this obituary, but that was him to a “T”. My sincere condolences to the family on the loss of a wonderful man.

  8. Jordan and Bella Oickle

    To Donald’s family
    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.R.I.P. Donald

  9. Gordon and Jackie Eisnor

    Leslie and family: Very sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing.He fought a long hard battle.Our sincere condolences to you and your family.

  10. Diane Smith

    Leslie and family,
    I was so very sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. I have so many great memories of him and you. May your memories of Donnie help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Diane Smith

  11. Brian/Pam Foley

    Leslie & family, we’re so sorry for your loss. Donny was a kind, gentle soul. He will be missed.

  14. Judi & Ken Minard

    Leslie and family
    Our sincere sympathy. We were sad to learn of Don’s passing. A true gentleman.

  15. Catherine Hatt

    To Gayln and family: So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May you remember all the good times you had with Don.
    Share all the memories that you have of him, it’s the greatest way of showing your love of him.

  19. Calvin Carter (DDGM)

    Sorry to hear about your loss.
    On behalf of the Lodges and the the brethren of Lunenburg Queens District our prays and thoughts go out to you and your family. He well be missed but not forgotten

  21. Shelley Boens

    Leslie and family: So sorry to hear of Donnies passing. He always stopped and talked and was always smiling or laughing. Keep his memories alive and close to your hearts.Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Sending hugs to you all.

  22. Nancy and Stuart Wentzell

    So sorry for your loss .Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I,ll always be great full to you both for keeping an eye on my mother!!! Nancy. (Cook) We,ll never forget your gentle soul

  23. becky fudge(veinot) and family

    leslie and family. so sorry to hear of donald’s passing. god has gained another angel. donald will be dearly missed by many. keep the memories alive and close to your hearts. god bless and take care.

  24. David & Judy Whynott of mersey point

    Leslie and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss their will be many of Don friends with fond memories of Don in our past. Don was wonderfull person with a big heart.Bless you all at this sad time. Rest in peace brother Don we will all miss you at Prince of Wales Lodge.

  25. Warren and Karen Wagner

    So very sorry for your loss Leslie, Gaylen and Bevan. Ddnnie was a great guy and a a pleasure to work with. He will be truly missed. You are in our prayers and thoughts. His pain is gone. Cherish the fond memories you have of him.
    God bless.

  26. Prince of Wales Lodge # 29

    On behalf of Prince of Wales Lodge # 29 we send our condolences to Don’s family any friends. Don will be remembered by all his brothers for abundance of masonic information he shared with us all. Rest in peace brother Don “so mote it be”

  28. Peggy and Richard Hatt

    Dear Leslie and boys , I am so so sorry to read that Donnie has passed .He fought a long and courageous battle and you right along with him. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers .May the love of you family and many friends help carry you in the days a head .Peggy and Richard

  30. Walter Miller

    Leslie and family, my condolences to you . Lots of memories of times spent with Donnie at work and as a friend. Walter

  31. Deanna Grezaud

    Leslie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Donny`s passing. He was a great guy, and missed by many friends. He will be in your heart, God Bless.

  32. Bonnie, Chris Joudrey

    Sorry to hear of the passing of Don. He was a great man. We send our Condolences to you Leslie, Gayln, Bevan and your families. There is no words to heal your pain. Just know that we are thinking of you all.

  33. Jeanette ,Irving Whynot,

    Leslie ,Gayln,Bevan and family , So very sorry to hear that Donnie has passed.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time . Take care .

  34. Bucky and Donna Norman

    Condolence to the Family. May your many memories keep him in your hearts forever and help you through this difficult time.

  35. Sam and Carole Sampson

    Leslie and Family . Please know that our thoughts and prayers, are with you and the family,at this difficult time
    He was a great friend.

  36. Charlene & Carl Veinot

    Leslie & Family :

    We were so sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. Keep all the wonderful memories of
    him close to your heart and hopefully that will help with the healing process. Our
    thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Take Care

  37. John & Peggy Whynot

    Dear Leslie and Family :
    We are so very sorry to see Donnie has passed away. He sure was a good fellow, always smiling. Please know we are thinking of you all with heartfelt sympathy at this very sad and difficult time.

  39. Billy Joudrey

    Leslie and family, we are so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Don and dad were good friends and always enjoyed a good laugh together. Don was such a great man with a great big smile and heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  41. Larry & Susan Benedict

    Sending our deepest Condolences , Donny was a wonderful man… Rest in Peace Friend

  43. Sandra Turpin

    Dear Leslie and Family:

    I am so very sorry to read of Donnie’s passing. Please accept my most sincere condolences and know I will be thinking of you during your difficult journey ahead. Growing up in the same area, I have known Donnie most of my life and always considered him to be a true gentleman. Take care and may God Bless you all. Hugs.

  44. Maryann and Scott Rhyno

    Leslie and family,
    Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you are all in our thoughts.
    Maryann and Scott

  45. Jim & Verna Allison

    To Leslie and family:

    We are sorry to hear about Don’s passing. He always had a smile and and loved to have a chat. He will be missed by all who knew him. Please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time.

  47. Valerie Rhyno

    To Leslie and family.
    I am deeply sorry for your loss. It is a dreaded disease. He fought long and hard. May he rest easy now. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

  48. Pauline

    Dear Leslie & family
    Sorry for your loss hour thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time!
    Pauline Conway & family

  49. Nick minard

    I’m very sorry to hear of donnie’s passing. It’s been many years since I’ve seen donnie but I remember him as being an easy going very friendly nice guy. Sincerest condolences to the family.

  50. Gerald Smith

    Leslie I was so sorry to hear about Donnie. He will be missed but never forgotten. We had so many laughs and lots of cribbage games at your home.

  51. Cheryl and Bob Hatt

    To Don’s family. Please accept our most sincere condolences. Don was a great story teller

  52. Susan M MacLeod

    Leslie and Family
    I am sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. He will be missed by so many friends and family. My sincere condolences.

    Susan MacLeod

  53. Marilyn Whynot

    To Leslie and family sorry to hear the sad news. Sending my sincere condolences at this difficult time . RIP Donnie

  56. Alvah E. Titus

    Very sorry to learn of Donnie’s passing. He was a great co-worker, Union Brother and friend. Above all, he was a fine man.

  57. Nina & Doug

    Leslie and family, we were very sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. Condolences to you and your family. May he rest in peace.

  58. Darren Horton

    My condolences to the whole family. When we was kids he treated us all like his own. Sorry for your loss.

  59. larry Walter Kynock

    Condolences to the family! Don was great co worker and we had some good laughs in the controlroom

  60. George Broome

    My sincere condolences to Don’s family. Don was a dear friend of mine since the 70s.
    George Broome, Norwood Lodge, New Ross

  61. Diane Warner

    Dear Leslie and Family,

    We’re very sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. He will be missed by many with his infectious laugh and always having a joke to share. Take care of one another through this time and know you’re all in our thoughts and prayers. Diane & Richard

  62. Linda MacKinnon

    Sending our sympathies out to Don’s family. He was a great guy, funny and so friendly and caring. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family at this sad time. Dennis & Linda MacKinnon

  64. Merv and Bernadette Hartlen

    Leslie and Family We are sorry to hear about Donnie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  65. Pam Stewart

    Dear Leslie and Family

    I am so sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. My condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.

  69. Tammy Stafford- Chymist

    Leslie and Family

    Sorry to hear of Donnies passing.Thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this sad time.

  70. Joan Henderson

    We were very sad to learn of Donnie’s passing. He was a delight to be around, always made you smile. 73 good buddy

    Joan and Howard

  71. Paul and Gloria Whynot

    Leslie and family…
    Please except our sincere sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  72. John & Nancy LEEFE

    Donnie was a friend to all, a brother Mason and a great asset to the community he loved. He will be missed.

  73. Eugene munroe and family

    My condolences to the family john ,jamie ,and shelly . RIP jimmy . Never seen each other much ,but I never forgotten you. No goodbyes just until we meet again my friend .

  75. William Martin

    To Lesley and the family, my sincere condolences. My prayers are with you and family. He was really a good soul, very thoughtful and always pleasant to be around with.

  77. Jack& Jennie Nowe

    We are so sorry to hear about Donnies passing,Heartfelt condolences are sent to the family. God Bless you

  78. karen(foley) manthorne

    To Leslie and Boys,
    Mom and I want to send our heartfelt condolences to you all. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. Donnie was a wonderful, gentle man. He will be missed by all who knew him.

    Karen,Dorothy, Allan.

  79. Coleen Whynott

    So sorry to hear of your loss, Leslie. I know what you’re going through. It’s so hard when you’ve lost your other “half” Take care of yourself.
    Love Hilda and Coleen

  82. Sally Fader

    Leslie & family:
    So sorry to read this.Donnie was a fine person and always so friendly. Sending condolences to you at this very difficult time.

  83. Dick&Carolyn Henneberry

    So very sorry to hear of Donnies passing.
    Another passing of a cherished childhood friend .We couldn’t pass on the street without having a chat.He will be missed.

  87. Mike and Sandy Roy

    Leslie and family, so very sorry to hear about Donnies passing . He will be missed. RIP .

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