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In Loving Memory

Evan j. Strong

FUNERAL SERVICES Calgary Family Owned www.evanjstrong.com

Donald Gordon Seel July 4, 1941- January 26, 2018

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onald Seel, a caring, dedicated, hard worker passed away at Peter Lougheed Centre on Friday, January 26, 2018 at the age of 76 years. He was a 50 year veteran of TV and radio, reporting in both Saskatchewan and Alberta. He began his broadcasting career at CJGX radio and television in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, then moved on to CHAB in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. In 1972, Don came to Calgary to take on assignments at CFCN radio and television and later on moved to CFAC radio and television. Don worked with Ed Whalen and Joe Carbury, two of Calgary’s most notable broadcasters. In January of 1984 Don had taken the responsibility of sportscaster at 66CFR, which entailed the covering of the Calgary Flames home games. That lasted more than two decades. Following that, he worked at Campages as a successful sales rep. During the last few years he enjoyed being a marriage officiant for Service Alberta. Don is survived by his wife Helen, daughter Julie, son Shawn, and by many loved grandchildren. Don will also be remembered by his daughter-in-law Myrna Seel, brother-in-law George Wong and sister-in-law Tina Lam. In addition, his motherin-law of Vancouver will truly miss him.

Don Seel 1941 - 2018

Memorial Service Evan J. Strong Funeral Services Friday, February 2, 2018 Presider: Bart Dailley Tony Bast Rork Hilford

Tributes

Arnie Jackson Shawn Seel

Musical Selections Wind Beneath My Wings Amazing Grace Photo Memories: Prepared by Don’s Family Honorary Pallbearer: Ron Gibson Dan Seel Travis Seel

Pallbearers Geordie Seel Tony Ng

Kyle Seel Larry Mah

Graveside Service: Queen’s Park Cemetery Reception Immediately following the Graveside Service, relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Central Grand Restaurant (295-1623 Centre Street NW).