Wallace Donald Nimchuk

NIMCHUK, Wallace Donald

August 23, 1938 – May 8, 2023

Following a long courageous battle with dementia, Don passed away at the age of 84 in Delta, BC at the Delta View Care Center, with his family by his side.

Don will forever be lovingly remembered by his wife Carole, who was by his side for 59 years, and by his two sons: Warren (Jackie) and Darren (Jodie). He is also survived by his six grandchildren: Cameron, Katherine, Owen, Julia, Kayla, and Kyle. He will also be sorely missed by Jacquie and Leigh McBain. Don is survived by his sister Madeline (Joe) and predeceased by his brother Myron.

Don was born in Anola, MB on the family farm. He always wanted to be an RCMP member; and at 19 that became reality and Don was accepted into training at the Ottawa Depot. Don was not only an RCMP member, but an active community member wherever he was posted. He was transferred to Maillardville, BC in 1959 and spending the rest of his policing career in BC.  Don patrolled Highway 1 and the Pattullo Bridge during the 60’s sometimes on a Harley. He was transferred between various detachments around the Lower Mainland, until he accepted a transfer in 1971, to Port Hardy, BC. From Port Hardy, Don was transferred to Colwood and then Prince George before returning to the Lower Mainland, where he was stationed in Coquitlam and then while Staff Sgt. in charge of the White Rock Detachment, he retired in 1998. 

Don was a proud family man and even while Carole raised the family as a result of his shift work, he always made time for camping or trips to Palm Springs to visit his in-laws. Don was involved with many of his son’s sports, especially hockey and softball. He and Carole were avid curlers and met many lifelong friends at the rink. Don coached and volunteered often, as he loved giving back to the community. He was very involved in his church where his outreach and leadership was strong. Don also learned to play guitar at an early age; he was self-taught and learned by ear and was part of a band during his time in Depot and long after as well. He played any type of guitar he could get his hands on; up to 2020, Don could still play and thrilled his grand-kids and all others present.

All who knew Don will miss both his calming disposition and happy demeanor. He was a highly respected member of the RCMP even after his retirement and continued his involvement with other Vets. He never missed a Remembrance Day Parade opportunity either, marching with his troops in Red Serge. 

The family would like to graciously thank the wonderful nurses and care aides at Delta View who were so supportive and caring, especially in his final days. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC on Don’s behalf.

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 31 at 11:00am at Shepherd of The Valley Lutheran Church in Langley, BC. The Celebration will also be Livestreamed at https://tinyurl.com/donnimchuk