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Donald Kaplan

November 20, 2024

Donald Kaplan

Donald Kaplan

November 20, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, and Grandad, Donald Maurice Kaplan on November 20, 2024. Beloved husband of Laura.  Loving father of Deborah and Jamie.  Grandad to Hylie and Jory. He was loved by all who knew him, he will be deeply missed.




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Dr. Don was a remarkable man with a quick wit and always had a story at the ready. We will miss his smile.  I am so sorry for your loss, Laura. May his memory be a blessing. 

Rachel and David Cohen

~ Rachel Cohen


Dearest Laura and family. My deepest condolences to you on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. I wish you strength and bracha at this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.  Brooke Rothstein

~ Brooke Rothstein


Dearest Laura and to all the family, Our thoughts are with you all during this  time. We only hope that with time, Donny's memory will bring you comfort. May his memory always be for a blessing and may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. 

~ Eli + Marilyn Bloom


Laura, my deepest condolences. I know his memory will be a constant blessing. I am so very sad to hear of your loss. Allan Pearl

~ Allan Pearl


Laura, my deepest condolences on the loss of Donald. We will always have fond memories of him. Freda Goldblum

~ Freda Goldblum


Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband. Don was a warm and friendly guy. We hope your many wonderful memories of him will ease your pain. Ruth & Sheldon

~ Ruth + Sheldon Shore


A wonderful neighbour for many years and a devoted husband. Till we meet again. May you be comforted by good memories.

~ Myriam Goldberg


My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Donny. Remembering the good times at the Kollel get togethers. May his memory be for a blessing. Yossi Abrams

~ Yossi Abrams


With great sadness I read the obituary of Donald. His beautiful smile shines through the page. Donald was a man of dreams, a gifted writer and a true optimist. He was an inspiration. I will never forget his laughter, his creativity, his continual striving to achieve. He worked so very hard. Rest easy dear Donald. Sending my love and deepest sympathy to Laura, family and friends. Marilyn Fishman

~ Marilyn Fishman


My sincere condolences to you and your family, Laura. Donny lived a long and happy life with you. While it’s a sad time, cherish all the fond memories. Love Natalie

~ Natalie Jackson


Just found out about Don's passing, and I wanted to send a note.


Donnie was my first business partner, and the man that brought me to Canada right after I got my MBA.  We consulted together at DMK&A for hotels and Inns; then developed Mr. Greenjeans and Ginsberg + Wong together.  He was a smart, articulate, creative guy and a good friend.  More than anyone, he helped me get my start in the restaurant business for which I'll always be greatful.

~ Mark Bromberg


We are sorry to hear of your loss. Don was such a friendly, happy soul and he will be missed. Find strength in each other. Our deepest condolences to the entire Kaplan family. May he rest in eternal peace.

~ The Greenspan Family


Dear Laura, my sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, Donny: המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים Love, Zelma ~ Zelma Cooper


We just heard the news of Donald's passing today.  Our sincerest condolences to the family.

Judith, Keiko and I knew Professor Kaplan and Enzo from the dog park. He always had a kind word, a funny story or a life lesson to share. He was truly a brilliant mind, a kind man, liked by everyone. I always looked forward to seeing him and sharing a laugh, a story, and a joke or two.

One day you will run to Donald in heaven and holding you tightly he will whisper, "this is forever." Look for Donald in all the things you loved and that is where you will find him. God's Blessings to you and yours, we are thinking of you and Enzo during this time. The neighborhood will never be the same.

~ Joseph, Keiko + Judith