DART
Donald Stephen
October 3, 1939 - January 14, 2020
Donald Stephen Dart of Drumheller, beloved husband of Adrienne Dart passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the age of 80 years.
Don was born on October 3, 1939 to Stephen and Annie Dart. His schooling began in Rosedale and finished in Drumheller. His work career was initiated at Westergard Motors starting in 1955 and by attending SAIT for the Mechanics Apprenticeship program. In 1964, Don moved to practice his trade at Valley Esso. In 1966 he decided to start his own business, Super Shell Service, until he sold it in 1981. From 1981 until 1997, Don worked in the oil industry for Mark Resources and in conjunction with this he operated a pump repair business and later a compression rental business with his partner Jeff.
In 1964 Don married Adrienne and belonged to many organizations, including Kinsmen, K-40, Little Fish Lake Association and served on the board of the Homestead Museum. Don’s hobbies included his love of motorcycles, cars and ski-doos. He participated in many motorcycle hill climb competitions and numerous snow mobile races. One of the highlights was winning the 2-man team category in the snowmobile race from Drumheller to Red Deer. Everyone knew he had a love for Fish Lake. He enjoyed his friends and the cabin he built with his family.
Besides his loving wife Adrienne, Don leaves to cherish his memory, daughter Michelle (Darren Wagner), two sons Dave (Doreen Dart), Bob Dart, his grandchildren; Mason & Jordan Wagner, Ryan, Grayson, & Mckenzie Dart, and Darian Dart.
Don was predeceased by his parents Stephen and Annie Dart.
Prayer Vigil will be held Friday, January 17, 2020 at 7:00 P.M. at St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church, Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church, interment to follow at the Drumheller Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Homestead Antique Museum or the Drumheller Area Health Foundation (Palliative Care).
Courtney-Winter’s Funeral Homes are in care of the arrangements.