Donald "Don" William Orloff

Donald William Orloff

Don passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Sunday, May 7th, 2023, with his family by his side. Left to cherish his memory are his children Kelly (Daria, Cameron, Leah), Jessie (Alex, Leo), and his favourite nephew and godson Mike (Myriame). He was predeceased by his parents Bill and Pauline Orloff and his brother Rick.

Don was born in Winnipeg on November 28th, 1943 and grew up on Monroe Avenue in East Kildonan. He graduated from Miles MacDonnell Collegiate in 1962. After high school, he worked at CP Rail, Salisbury House, CIBC, and Federated Insurance. During this time, he earned a business education diploma from Red River and a B.Ed from the University of Manitoba. Don taught at Kildonan East Collegiate from 1972 to 1995 and then at a couple of nearby junior highs until 2002. Mr. Orloff was a K.E. legend. Former students will remember his unique teaching style and mannerisms.  

Don married Patricia Macgillivray in 1968. Don and Patsy raised their family on Fieldstone Bay in sunny St. James. He was an avid reader. He remained friends with his book group dating back over 45 years. After Don retired, he spent his time reading, travelling, walking, and riding his bike. Once the grandchildren arrived, he became a fixture in hockey rinks and soccer fields around the city. Grandpa Don was very proud of Cameron, Alex, Leah, & Leo. He was dearly loved and he will be dearly missed.

A memorial service will be held at Korban Funeral Chapel, 907 Main Street on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 1:00 pm. 

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