Sad News -- Master Donkin died Monday -- see notice below

DONKIN, WILLIAM REID Q.C.

 

On Monday, September 22, 2008 at his home in Waterdown, in his 82nd year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Kate. Survived by his children Mary, John (Jennifer Veitch), David, grandchildren Meagan (Graeme Muirhead), Andrew and Harry, and his companion Jean Maidment. A graduate of Trinity College 1948, LLB 1949. Called to the Bar 1953. Practised at St. Thomas and Hamilton. Joined Ontario Legal Aid Plan 1967, Area Director for York (Toronto) 1971. Appointed Master, Supreme Court of Ontario 1980. Past Master, Meridian Lodge, No. 687, A.F. & A. M., 32nd degree Scottish Rite. Companion of Hiram Chapter No. 2, R.A.M. Visitation at KITCHING, STEEPE & LUDWIG FUNERAL HOME, 146 Mill Street North, Waterdown, Wednesday September 24th 7 - 9 pm, and Thursday 2 - 4 pm and 7 - 8:30 pm. Masonic Service at 8:30 pm. Thursday. Funeral and interment at Grace Anglican Church, 157 Mill Street North, Waterdown Friday 2 pm. Our thanks to Drs. Cross and Killorn. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice. Please sign the Book of Condolence at www.kitchingsteepeandludwig.com