Donald Ross Kehler, 86 of Granville passed away on June 18, 2025 at his residence. He was born on July 22, 1938 in Steinbach, Manitoba Canada to the late Neil and Freida (Goertz) Kehler.
Don was of the Mennonite faith. He loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing, and he cherished the hours he spent tinkering in ‘Grandpa’s Workshop’.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Shalmir (Watson) Howarth; step-children, Timothy (Cathy) Howarth and Tristan Howarth; grandson, Andrew (Jessy) Kehler; several step-grandchildren; twin sister, Doris Janzen; brother, Lee Kehler; and many nieces and nephews. In addition a cherished family friend of Donald and Shalmir, Leah Hosfelter
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sons, Darrin and Sam Kehler; brothers, Dennis and Russell Kehler; and sister, Marlene Aitken
Per his wishes, no service will be held at this time.
Our condolences to our cousins Doris and Lee and Donald’s family but trust 🙏 for a reunion at The Resurrection of the saints
Still grateful to Donny for getting me a great job and career start at Silverline in Wpg thru his father in law Scherning
Along with my late brothers Donny used to terrorize Steinbach in his former years
Rest in Peace. Cuz!✝️
Peter W K of “John S tribe “