Donald Rivington

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Rivington of Kinburn on Thursday, November 28, 2013. Beloved soulmate of Erva Eastman for over 65 years. Loving father of Stewart (Margaret), Gwen (Bill) Pennings and Debbie (Larry) Ingram. Proud Grandpa of Christopher Pennings (Kathleen Wood), Angela (James) Harron, Melissa (James) Markell. Great-Poppy to Rachel Pennings, Connor, Noah, Maya Harron and Holly Markell. Dear brother of Douglas (Helen) Rivington and Helene (Keith) LeBarron. Survived by sister-in-law Olive Rivington and brother-in-law Dalton (Betty) Eastman. Special uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents T.R. and Myrtle (Campbell) Rivington; brothers Neville (Ruth) and Glenn. Donald was a dedicated family man who loved family gatherings. He was a lifelong passionate dairy farmer who enjoyed working the land. He thoroughly relished his weekly barnsales at Leo's and his friends there. Donald took great pleasure in watching hockey on T.V. at home. Friends may visit at the Carp Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 115 Rivington Street, Carp, ON on Monday, December 2, 2013 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. James Anglican Church, Carp on Wednesday at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute or St. James Anglican Church would be appreciated.