Don Moffat, late of Weyburn, passed away August 5, 2013 at the age of 67. Don was born on the family farm at Kisbey on April 14, 1946 to Robert and Florence Moffat. He was the third of five children. Don was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Florence Moffat; and sister, Jean Harder. Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 44 years, Linda Moffat, Weyburn; and his children: Scott (Tammy) Moffat, Weyburn; Christa (Rob) Vermeulen, Radville; Kevin (Janessa) Moffat, Weyburn; Melissa (Tyler) Hillstead, Weyburn; and his three precious granddaughters: Lily Moffat, Camryn Vermeulen and Lexi Hillstead; brother, Butch (Bette) Moffat, Stoughton; sisters: Vi (Don) Hutcheon, Regina; Barb (Gord) Cutler, Carlyle; brothers-in-law: Russell (Susan) Cameron, Hudson Bay; Keith (Lucille) Cameron; Devon, Alberta; Tom Harder, Regina; sister-in-law, Donna (Ken Kerr) Cameron, Regina, and numerous nieces and nephews. Don attended school in Kisbey. He started working at age 14 as a carpenter's helper and farm labourer. He began his 31 year career with Shell Oil at Midale retiring in 1996. Not content to sit idle after retirement, Don started his own company Moffat Consulting. He was later joined in the business by his son Kevin. Don was grateful for the many friendships formed while working in the oil patch. During these years, Don also farmed the family farm with his brother Butch. Don married Linda Cameron in 1969 and they had a busy life raising a family of four children in Weyburn. Don was an avid sports fan especially of the Toronto Blue Jays, Toronto Maple Leafs and Saskatchewan Roughriders. He played baseball and curled for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing especially the annual fishing trip to Deschambault Lake with family. Don enjoyed people and was able to talk to everyone. He was family orientated and was very proud of all his children's accomplishments. His greatest joy was spending time with his granddaughters and laughing at their antics. Don survived a stroke and heart bypass surgery, but was not able to overcome melanoma diagnosed in April 2012. Don faced his illness with courage and dignity. He appreciated those friends and family who took time to visit. Don will be remembered for his sense of humour, hearty laugh and strong work ethic. A private graveside service was held at Hillcrest Cemetery with Marjorie McLeod CLA officiating. A remembrance of Don's life for family and friends was held on Thursday, August 8 at Captain's Hall. Donations in memory of Don may be made to Weyburn & District Hospital Foundation, Box 1416, Weyburn, SK S4H 3J9. Arrangements were entrusted to RD Family Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, Weyburn.
