Donald George Korba born September 24th, 1931 passed away on August 3rd, 2020 of natural causes. Preceded in death by his wife Freda Korba, devoted father of Michael, Katy and Tim, Father in law to Dana Korba, loving grandfather of Liam, Cole, Charlotte, Sophia, Harrison and Charles Korba. Former Geologist and teacher at Birchmount Park Collegiate. Don was born and raised in East Selkirk, Manitoba, later moved to Simcoe, Ontario and then eventually raised a family in Scarborough, ON. Don excelled at everything he tried and put extreme dedication into whatever that was. During his time teaching Don would arrive early at his beloved school BPCI every day and stay late every day to help any student that needed extra help regardless if they were in his class. Many former students have recalled him as one of their favourites.
Don had a huge passion for the outdoors and his canoe trips to Temagami, ON were among his favourite memories. Don also was an expert wood worker and would make cradles for almost every child born on both sides of the family putting hundreds of hours into each one to make them perfect.
Don was as many described a quiet man gentle and compassionate who always thought of others before himself. He led his life that everyone should. We have lost a real great mind and a great role model.
We will miss you Dad / Dede.
A private funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 15th, 2020 at The Elgin Mills Funeral Centre in Richmond Hill, Ontario. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.