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Donald John "Donnie" Prentice
Celebration of Life

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 187
92 King Street East, Colborne, Ontario K0K 1S0

Sunday December 21, 2025
2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Donald John "Donnie" Prentice

January 29, 1962 - December 1, 2025

Suddenly at Trenton Memorial Hospital on Monday December 1st, 2025 in his 64th year. Beloved son of the late Don & Ada Prentice. Loving brother of Anne McMurray (Wayne), Catherine Edison (Rick), Daniel, Linda McMurray(Gary), Susan Calverley (Bill), Patricia Toyne (Norm) and the late Richard. Donnie will be lovingly remembered by many nieces & nephews. A Celebration of Donnie's life will be held at the Colborne Legion Br. #187 on Sunday December 21st from 2-4 pm. Interment in St. George’s Cemetery Grafton at a later date. If desired donations may be made to the Colborne Legion Br. #187 (Christmas Hamper Fund) or The Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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Wayne and Marjory Mutton - December 6, 2025

Our sincere condolences to the entire Prentice family. I remember all the parties we had at your house when we were growing up. We all had a great time. May he rest in peace.

Brian and Tracy Mutton - December 5, 2025

Sending our deepest condolences to the entire Prentice families. RIP Donnie.

Debbie (Henn) Smith - December 5, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Prentice family as they mourn the loss of Donnie. I remember the Prentice family fondly when I was kid, visiting their family often. Praying for peace and healing as they celebrate Donnie's life. Debbie

Lisa Bates - December 5, 2025

To my dear cousins, we send our deepest condolences to all of you at this time. Dharma and I were heartbroken and quite shocked to hear the news of Donny's passing. So many wonderful memories over the years, the best ones to hold on to, especially right now. Will always remember knowing where he was at a family get together; his laughter always gave him away. Keeping you all in our prayers and hearts right now.

Billie Ball - December 5, 2025

Bonnie and I send our deepest condolences to all of Donnie’s family may he RIP

Dorothy Rutherford - December 5, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Prentice family in the loss of Donnie. Treasure the memories!

Marilyn (Dunk) Semple - December 5, 2025

My deepest condolences to the Prentice family. I feel sad that Donnie has passed. He was a part of a loving close family and I love you all. Your fun, loving memories will keep things going for you all. He is no longer struggling with his pain. Remember all those fun moments of laughter, and family connections. My prayers an hugs to you all .

Wanda Dunk - December 5, 2025

I sorry about your loss of brother he going to miss at darts. Your prayers & thought with family .

Jackie Somerville - December 5, 2025

My deepest condolences to the entire Prentice family. Where do I start, I've known Donnie for 45 years and we've became very good friends as we worked together for the last 20 plus years. The factory isn't the same without his laugh and smile. We are all missing him terribly. I will treasure his friendship always and know that he holds a special place in my heart. God speed my friend. Jackie

Roxane Brunette - December 5, 2025

My sincere condolences to the entire Prentice family.

Wanda & Ernie Dunk & family. - December 4, 2025

Sorry about your loss of your brother . He be in your thoughts & prayers too.

Janet Beaudry-Simpson - December 4, 2025

My sincere condolences to all the Prentice family in the sudden loss of Donnie. What a kind sole has been lost. May he rest in the promise of the resurrection.

Jim Kearns - December 4, 2025

Deepest condolences.

Jeannie McCrory - December 4, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Prentice family on the sudden passing of Donnie. Sending hugs and prayers. 🙏

John & Phyllis Tinney - December 4, 2025

Our sincere condolences to the Prentice Family..

Gord Pendleton - December 4, 2025

Our deepest condolences to family and friends

Tracey Osborne-Lebel - December 4, 2025

My deepest condolences to his family & friends

Joe and Lisa Gosselin - December 4, 2025

Our sincere condolences to Donnie’s family and friends . He will be missed .

Paul Harnden - December 4, 2025

Sorry to hear the news. I good memories of working with Donnie.

Linda Lasalle - December 4, 2025

To the Prentice family, so sorry for your loss. Such a surprise to hear. Worked with Donnie for years and always recognized his laugh for sure. Very nice man.

Ron and Sheila Kilpatrick - December 4, 2025

Sending heartfelt condolences to all the family for the sudden loss of Donnie. May you hold you loving memories close to your hearts and my they help you with this his passing.

jeanie Haig - December 4, 2025

Sending my condolences to all of Donnie's family. 💐 Jeanie Haig

Heather Warlow - December 4, 2025

We send our heartfelt condolences to the family and are in our thoughts and prayers with the sudden passing of Donny. May the Lord provide comfort to each of you at this time together with your precious memories of Donny. Our family has very fond memories of both Donny and the entire family that are something we cherish. Love and hugs from us to you. Your cousin Heather & Steven

Dianne Dunk - December 4, 2025

My sincerest condolences to the Prentice families.

Lynn McKinnon - December 4, 2025

Sending our deepest condolences to the Prentice family. May the memories of your brother remain in your hearts and thoughts. So sorry for your loss. Lynn and Randy

Art and Glenda Quinn - December 4, 2025

May the Lord confort each one of you at this time of loss. We are so Sorry for all of the Prentice family in this time of sadness. Blessings

Nadine J Moonie & Chris Swoffer - December 4, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the Prentice family on the sudden passing of Donnie

Charlie & Joy Black - December 4, 2025

Sorry for your loss gone way too early

Carol Brown - December 4, 2025

Sending Love &Hugs to the Prentice Family! My Heartfelt condolences ,in the sudden loss of Donny.

Mary Mouse Checkley Ainsworth - December 4, 2025

Anne and families so sorry to hear of Donnie Jr's passing. Know he is inductee good hands now and cherish your memories

Janet mcCrackenmM - December 4, 2025

My sincere condolences to all the Prentice family at this sad time . RIP Donny.

KEVIN BATES - December 4, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Colborne Legion - Christmas Hampers

Jeff van de Moosdyk - December 4, 2025

Our condolences to the Prentice family. Donnie was a great guy and will be sadly missed. You knew when he entered a room with his warm smile and his laugh. Jeff, Robin & Anna.

Brad Osborne - December 4, 2025

RIP Donny..taken too soon..ill always remember the white water rafting quite a few years ago..to the family my sincere condolences..yous lost a good man so lean on each other for strength..

Diane and Stan Chapman - December 4, 2025

Our sincere condolences on the passing of Donny. He was such a great person. Sending our prayers and thoughts to the whole family

Kyle Church - December 4, 2025

Seems like yesterday we were blasting around in the AMC hornet and working at GAM ... Rest easy Donnie

Karen & Murray McCullough - December 4, 2025

To the Prentice Family; We were sorry to hear about Donald's passing. We remember your family with good memories from South Cramahe Public School and the Colborne Santa Claus Parade. RIP. Karen & Murray.

Enjay Converters Ltd - December 4, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Colborne Legion - Christmas Hampers

Sandra A Boland - December 4, 2025

With a heavy heart I am saddened by the loss of our dearest Donnie. Will miss his wonderful smile and our great chats. Don was a joy to be around and a true delight to play darts for many past years. My heart goes out to Ann and family, this is sad day for everyone. His memory will be honored by His legion and friends. Rest in peace Don!

Pauline Bailey - December 4, 2025

My condolences to the family. So sorry for your loss.

Carol Osborne - December 3, 2025

Wib and I want to send our condolences to the families

Cindy Greer - December 3, 2025

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Rest in peace.

Jackie and scott bellamy - December 3, 2025

So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy and will be missed

Gail and Ryan Chisholm - December 3, 2025

Our sincere condolences to the Prentice family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. . Rest in peace Donnie.

Roger and Jane Whaley - December 3, 2025

We are very sorry for your loss, words escape me but want you to know we send our sincere condolences to all of you at this very difficult time

Nancy and Don Gauthier - December 3, 2025

Sincere condolences to the Prentice Family, especially Anne and Wayne. Too young and called too soon. We will miss his ready smile. May he rest in eternal peace.

Mary Langford (Stickle) - December 3, 2025

Sorry For Your Loss. Mary Stickle

Lorraine Chapman & John Shepherd - December 3, 2025

We our sending our most sincere condolences to the entire Prentice family. May your treasured memories bring peace to your hearts. RIP Donny. Lorraine Chapman & John Shepherd

Jane-Ann (Schillaci) Houze - December 3, 2025

I am saddened to hear of Donnie's passing. He was always such a soft spoken guy with a heart of gold. May God ease your broken hearts. Jane-Ann (Schillaci) and Rodney Houze

Dan Pearson - December 3, 2025

To the entire Prentice family I’m sorry for your loss. Donnie was a good man Dan Pearson

Jim schillaci - December 3, 2025

Donnie was a great childhood friend, he had such an infectious laugh,

Jayne Atkinson - December 3, 2025

My sincerest condolences to the Prentice family in the loss of Donny. May your special memories carry you through this sad time. Hugs

Brenda Casteels - December 3, 2025

Sending our deepest condolences to the entire Prentice family. May all your memories of Donny help during this most difficult time. John & Brenda Casteels

LeeAnn Jones - December 3, 2025

Sincere condolences to the Prentice family at this very difficult time. May love and memories help you through.

Barbara and Jim Turcott - December 3, 2025

To my Prentice family, Sending our condolences to each of you. We're shocked and saddened to hear the news. The first thing that always comes to mind for Donnie is his laugh and his jokes. Beneath that joy was his deep love for his family and his genuine interest in how everyone was doing. Donnie will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and love are with all of you.

Norma Johnston - December 3, 2025

Words cannot describe how much Donnie will be missed. Rest easy my friend

Gen Roddy - December 3, 2025

Sincere Sympathy to all of the Prentice Family! Thinking of you at this time!

Dee Dee Fritz - December 3, 2025

Sending you all so much love. May your memories of Donny's easy laugh and huge heart bring you comfort during this deeply sorrowful period. He will be greatly missed.

Jim & Donna Blakley & family - December 3, 2025

Our thoughts are with the family at this time. We were neighbours for many years and spent time together and Donny will be missed.

Helen & Rob Dekeyser - December 3, 2025

Sincerest condolences to the Prentice family on the loss of Donnie. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Nancy and Bob Hall - December 3, 2025

My condolences to your entire family. Donnie was full of life and generosity who loved his family. Donnie will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace Donnie

Judy Eddy - December 3, 2025

To the Prentice family, my deepest condolences on the loss of Don. My heart goes out to you all.

Barb and Al Harnden - December 3, 2025

Sending our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Donny. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Gail Pearson - December 3, 2025

To the entire Prentice Family: my most sincere condolences to you all on the loss of your brother, uncle. May you all find comfort from knowing Donny is at peace. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Gail Pearson.

Donna m Logel - December 3, 2025

My deepest condolences on your loss. May your memories give you comfort in the days ahead.