In Celebration of

Douglas Hain

September 26, 1941 -  March 21, 2019

Doug passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at a hospice in Etobicoke. Beloved father to children Cara (Blair), Bain and Gordon. Adored by his grandsons Luke, Dylan, Blake and Drew. Cherished by his partner for life Jill and the rock at the center of the Hain family.

Over a 50 year career as a teacher, he was always appreciated and admired by colleagues and students alike. His friendships lasted a lifetime - with many dear friends from childhood, university (McMaster '64) and the University Naval Training Divisions (UNTD). The camaraderie he cultivated throughout his teaching years in Lindsay and Lahr (Germany) as well as at Kipling Collegiate and the Etobicoke School of the Arts filled his life with joy.

He had endless energy and commitment to the UNTD Association (past President and Secretary), West Toronto Junction Historical Society and as the last Clerk of Session for Victoria Royce Presbyterian Church. Known for organizing social gatherings with his friends and retired colleagues he was the man who brought people together. Whether in Toronto or at the cottage in Lake of Bays he always found time to see the joy in life. To all who knew him, he was a gentle, gracious and kind soul. He will be sorely missed.
Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W. (East of the Jane subway) on Friday from 2-4 p.m., and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 11 a.m.
For those who wish, donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity close to your heart.

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Roger Elmes (Navy and UNiversity Friend of 60 years)

Entered March 23, 2019 from White Rock BC

It is really sad, sad news for Doug and Jill and family as well as for all of us. His witty, tongue-in-cheek, skeptical humour will be greatly missed now that he has crossed the bar. I will cherish many, many fond memories of “Zorch” from the fall of 1960 into 2019: from meeting him during Frosh week at McMaster sporting our silly Mac beanies; to the HMCS STAR Gunroom and the Chicken Roost restaurant in downtown Hamilton after UNTD drill nights; to the McMaster Marauder football games on the crispy days of Fall; to a 1961 frigate cruise with the unforgettable Lt. J.T. (Dutch) Holland; to the Queen Mary 2 UNTD cruise to the UK; to my last in-person time with Doug in St. John’s, Nfld during the 75th Anniversary of the UNTD a few months ago. We were in the same 1st year naval officer summer training division together; and the same 3rd year division on the west coast where his witty skepticism kept me in line as his C/C.

Living on the west coast since 1970, I was only able to attend two of the STAR 60 UNTD pool parties; one about 1983 when Doug in his inimitable way treated us to the visual and olfactory treat of unpacking his kit bag after it had remained packed in his garage for some 20 years after 3rd summer training. His #23’s (Khakis) still looked as pink and disreputable as ever. The second occasion was a few days before many of us came together in 2014 for the 50th wedding anniversary of our UNTD STAR classmate Darrell Benninger.

I am really privileged to have known Doug and cherished his friendship of almost 60 years. I am reminded of Admiral Bob Welland’s comments to me a few weeks before his death - that his strongest, most meaningful relationships of his adult life were those formed in the navy. It rings true for me too. May the wind now be always at your back Doug, Farewell dear friend.

Roger Elmes
President, UNTD Association of Canada

Paul Wagner (UNTD)

Entered March 23, 2019 from Coquitlam

Doug,

Too soon for you to go buddy! Fond memories of you as a shipmate.

Paul (Hummy) Wagner
UNTD U-1184

Marilyn Metcalf (Friend of Jill Johnson)

Entered March 24, 2019 from Guelph

My sincere sympathy on your loss Jill and the Hain family. Doug was a super guy. I remember New Year's Eve at my place. We had such a fun time. May you find strength in friends and family at this difficult time

Jim Graves (Former student/ ESA Alumni)

Entered March 24, 2019 from Toronto

I am greatly saddened by the passing of this warm, caring and gentle man.

He was a great teacher in every sense of that word, inside and out of the classroom. My deepest heartfelt condolences to the entire Hain family in this great time of profound loss. He had such an incredibly positive impact on me in the just the few years I knew him, I can't imagine the void that now presents itself for all of you. I have no words to make this time any easier, but we all know that he has moved on to a good place and is lighting up that place with his smile, warmth and humor, and is at peace. Rest in peace Mr.Hain, and thank you.

Warmest regards to the Hain Family
- Jim

Michele Darling and Michael Eagen (Good friend)

Entered March 24, 2019 from Mississauga

Doug was a great friend to our family for over 40 years. Mike and Doug taught together at ESA, where Doig was a beloved geography teacher and hilarious host to many school formals. He was a kind, funny joyous person who ,made all of his friends better people for having known him. We will miss him so very much. Michele and Mike

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