It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Donald Noble Fenwick. Don passed away peacefully at the Souris Health Center on April 7, 2026 with family by his side. Don was born in Souris Manitoba on October 18, 1950. Don and his twin brother Doug were raised on a farm southwest of Carroll. In his younger years, Don played pony, colt and little league ball at Carroll and was involved in the 4H Swine Club. He attended school in Carroll for grades 1-8 and Souris for grades 9-12.
During the summer after his high school graduation in 1968, he worked for Willanbea Seeds and in the fall of that year he moved to Winnipeg where he worked for the Manitoba Government in the Purchasing Bureau. In the fall of 1971, he moved to Brandon and worked for MacArthur and Son Ltd as a truck driver.
In September of 1972 he married Donna Copeland of Bunclody and they made their home in Brandon. In the spring of 1973, they moved to Bunclody where Don worked with his father-in-law on the Copeland family farm eventually purchasing it. Don and Donna continued to operate it as a mixed grain and cattle farm for the next 27 years.
Don started driving with Arnold Bros Transport in 1990 and over the next few years, had several trucking jobs with local businesses and eventually bought his own truck in 2002. One of his favourite places to be was in the cab of an 18-wheeler, but his pride and joy was his black 1995 Kenworth.
Shortly after Don and Donna moved to Bunclody, they became very involved in the Carroll and Bunclody communities. Don was involved with the Carroll Curling Rink, and over the years many evenings were spent curling, while many bonspiels were attended in Elgin. He also enjoyed the time spent out with the guys snowmobiling and getting together with friends and family for an evening playing cards or just having a visit. He treasured the years he spent playing ball with the Bunclody Blues and was happy to be involved with the reunion the ball team had in 2024.
In September of 2005, Don and Donna moved to Souris and their son Mark took over the farm. Not ready to start retirement yet, Don hauled campers from the eastern United States back to Canadian destinations. He also enjoyed employment with the RM of Glenwood, MLK Construction and Brian Rowe.
In 2010 Don decided to fully retire, he loved to golf in the summers and looked forward to the mornings playing pool with the guys in the basement of Hillcrest Museum. Don and Donna enjoyed camping at various locations around Manitoba and looked forward to their visits with Mark and Karen in the Northwest Territories and British Columbia. Some memorable trips were made to Jamacia, Alaska, Mexico, Tennessee, Alabama, New York, Texas and Arizona.
Don is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Donna, son Mark and daughter Karen, mother Ileen, brother Doug and his wife Helen, sisters– in – laws Arlene Page and Cheryl Carrier (Mike) along with several nieces and nephews. Don was predeceased by his father Noble Fenwick and his mother and father- in-law, Diff and Girlie Copeland.
A memorial reception for family and friends was held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at St Paul’s United Church Auditorium in Souris, MB with a private internment at the Carroll Cemetery.
In memory of Don, donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or to the Souris Hospital Palliative Care Fund c/o Prairie Mountain Health, Box 10, Souris, Manitoba, R0K 2C0
Our hearts have been touched by all the condolences and expressions of sympathy we have received. We are truly grateful to be a part of such an amazing and caring community.
The family would like to thank Dr. Beaupre and Dr. Cram for their exceptional care. To the staff at the Souris Hospital your professionalism, compassion and loving care did not go unnoticed. Thanks also Dr. Kristjanson and Dr. Yang from Cancer Care Manitoba. Thanks to Dexter and Kowalchuk’s Funeral Home for their support and guidance during this difficult time.
Sincere condolences to the Fenwick family. So very sorry for your loss.
My condolences to Donna and her family on the passing of Don.
Our sincere condolences to Donna and family.
My sincere sympathy to you and your family, Donna.
So very sorry to hear about Don’s passing. I know that Gordon and John will be there to greet him with a drink of rum. Lots of great memories of Don. Take care and know we’re thinking about you all.
The Turner’s
So very sorry for your loss Donna and family. He will be greatly missed.
Sincere condolences to the Fenwick family.
My sincere sympathy to Donna, Mark and Karen .
Thinking of you!
Donna and family,
Sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Please accept our condolences.
Bob & Linda Johnston
Our sincere condolences to Donna and the Fenwick family! So sorry for your loss.
Hi Donna and Family.
Our sincere Condolences are with all of you at this very sad time.
Don was a class mate and liked by all. He will be missed by all whom knew him.
I am so sorry about your loss, Donna and family. Don was a kind and gentle man, so happy to see you in Yuma that one year. Hugs to all!! Hopefully all the memories will make it a bit easier ! ❤️❤️
Heartfelt condolences Donna, Mark and Karen on the loss of your husband and father. My family will pray for comfort and peace during this very hard time.
Donna and family, sending condolences, so very sorry for your loss.
Sincere condolences Donna Doug Helen and families.
Brings back memories of my Carroll school days- playing cowboys and Indians in Ehmers pasture, building forts, playing on some pretty good ball teams, terrorizing Carroll on Halloween, etc.
Cherish the good memories.
Donna and family, please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of your husband, father, friend. May your fond memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Don was a good guy , I appreciated his friendship !
so sorry for your loss, Donna, Mark and Karen.
Donna and family,, I am very sorry to learn of Don’s passing. I always enjoyed chatting with Don when we met up at the reunions. My condolences to the Fenwicks and Copelands.
Our Sincere Sympathy Donna and family.
Sincere condolences to Donna, Mark, Karen and family on Don’s passing. We hope the all of your wonderful memories will sustain you during this difficult time. Thinking of you all. Reid & Kelly Cowieson
Very sorry to hear of Don’s passing.
Donna and family, Sorry to hear of the passing of Don. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Sincerely,
Donna(Kelesnik)Couvier and Dean Couvier
My sincere condolences Donna and Family.
Our sincere sympathy to Donna and family. Also to Don’s mom Ilene and twin Doug.
Our sympathy to you Donna and family! Allan and Don had many great visits and conversations over the years! Sending a big hug to you!
Sorry to hear of Don’s passing .Thoughts and prayers Donna, Mark and Karen.
My condolences to Donna and family
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thought are with you in deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Sincere condolences from Ruth and Garry
Sorry to hear this. No more suffering and pain. You are all in our thoughts.
Sending our sincere sympathy to you all. Take care Donna, Mark and Karen. Our thoughts are with you
Our thoughts are with you Donna and your family at this difficult time.
Sending my sincere sympathy to you all. Take care Donna, Mark and Karen. Don was a kind wonderful man ❤️❤️
Thinking of you and your family Donna.
Thinking of you, Donna. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
My sincere condolences to Don’s family
I got to know Don after moving to Souris two years ago. Always enjoyed his whit at the snooker table.
Unfortunately I will not be able to make it to the memorial service.