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Lisa Hotte posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
As a baby he was very well taken care of. He was the favourite baby boy. Sadly the care system took himaway from us and my Mom lost all legal rights to my three brothers. Thats what started our collective pain and loss. I struggled forever over the loss and the outcome of how my brothers struggled even more away from their natural family. The system failed all of us. Thats why Canada has Class Actions against them and has to pay damages. Canada will never fully pay for the damages to my family. Kianna you dont have a bad legacy from your Dad as his struggle was an outcome of a Canada wide goal to colonize Indians and take our resources. The 60 Scoop was the policy that took your Dad from his family. You have a legacy of strength. Dont avoid this trauma and loss. Face it and feel it. If you avoid trauma and loss your authentic self wont be able to show up. He is physically gone but you are here and have an opportunity to have the supports and strengths to succeed regardless of the trauma inflicted by Canada upon your great great grandmother all the way to your dad and yourself. Your Dad wanted the best for you. He cared. He loved you. He didnt abandon you. That was never his intention. Your Dads early death is Canadas shame. There is no shame in his struggle, the shame belongs on the care systems that failed to support him.
K Raven Gagné Maas posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
My father, I don't remember you ,I like thinking that you were nice and sweet, fierce when needed. Maybe you where like me, I hope so. I feel alone without you or anyone like me. I'm so sad and sorry not to have been to your funerals. I really wanted to be there. I tried looking for you, so much and I was so young I couldn't do it. I've always waited for you looking out the window until you died. Did you ever talk about me, did you think about me ? What where you good or bad at...Why did you die so young ?I never knew anything about my dadplease help me know about him. anything at all
Jessica Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
I think a lot of us regret not trying harder to track him down :(
Russell Johnston posted a condolence
Thursday, July 28, 2016
I knew Donovan way back when he was 14 or 15. We rode bikes from Victoria-Hope. Took two backpacks, and a six pack of Jolt cola. I have been looking for him on fb. Sadly a Google search reunited us at this site. I named my first son Donovan after my fried I lost contact with. I love you brought. Rest in peace. I won't forget you.
"Speed" posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Donovan and John were my brothers even though we were not related. We grew up and were always together until there was nothing left for me to say to keep you here. You promised to return. You promised to come back. You were not suppose to leave as early as John did. I hope the three of you are together and at peace finally!
Morningstar posted a condolence
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Really sad to hear of his passing. He was always the happy go lucky type. I'll never forget that mischievous smile on his face. Never seen him angry which made it so pleasant. I enjoyed his visits to my shop and the local stories. Miss you Donovan. I'll always love you as a friend.
Darby posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
:`-( so many memories, so many crazy/fun times. Rest now brother.
Mel Demkiw posted a condolence
Thursday, February 12, 2015
I remember my amazement at you being able to fit through the tiny window in the drum squat, the sly smile you brandished when I asked you how you did it. Flash forward to Tofino, Nando (the husky) had killed a muskrat when you were at the rainbow gathering, you told me you had made stew with the meat, that it was a little greasy. You sat in the camp diligently sewing the pelt you had preserved onto your hoody. I was inspired by your resourcefulness.You always had kind words for me, even in times I didn't deserve them. You were a true friend and gentle soul and I'm sorry it's been so long and is now too late for me to look you in the eye and thank you for everything you gave me. You were too beautiful for this world, I'll keep you in my heart.
James Webb posted a condolence
Saturday, January 10, 2015
I knew Donovan from way back. We were all part of the alliance club kids 89-92 that "caused so much trouble" in front of mc donalds. Endless hours playing hackey, tellin jokes. We always got along even as we got older. Sometimes we'd run into each other and it was always smiles and hugs. There is a bond between those of us who grew up, on the street together, and even those that came along later that can never be broken. RIP Donovan I'll mis you Bro.Jim Webb"Jimbo"
Ward Wagar posted a condolence
Sunday, January 4, 2015
Donovan was always able to put a smile on my face. He was like family to me and so many in Victoria, adn anywhere he went I would bet. Rest well my brother.
sandra todd posted a condolence
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Donovan was the first person to volunteer his time to help any community effort. I met him at the Aboriginal Friendship Center in Victoria. Donovan was like a brother to anyone he was friends with. We worked on many projects together and he was so much fun to work with. Once we called his home band to try and find his family. His uncle answered at the Band Office. Donovan had been looking for family for a long time. I am glad he found them. I lost track of him many years ago but heard he was doing well in Montreal. I regret not trying harder to find him again. He had a strong spirit and a big, warm heart.
Adam Reid posted a condolence
Thursday, October 16, 2014
You were one of my best friends out there. and like a brother to so many of us.. rest in piece old friend.
Angela posted a condolence
Sunday, August 31, 2014
Was such a great friend to me and many others, the days were a little better when Donovan was around. He joins many who are also missed from back in the day, I hope they are having a good party up there.
Virginia Goudie posted a condolence
Friday, August 29, 2014
Tragic news. Have thought about him often over the years.A candle was lit
Jessica posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
I am really saddened to hear of Donovan's passing. I had tried for years to track him down with no luck. I would really like to talk to the family some more if anyone would like to contact me. I have lots of old photos and stories to share. jmjohnson74@hotmail.com
Fawn Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
So sorry to hear, had so many great laughs with Donovan and thought about him often these twenty or so years since I saw him laugh. Great spirit, wonderful guy.
Elisa posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
SO SO SO SO sorry. He always made my heart smile. laying tobacco for his journey.~Elisa
Elisa posted a condolence
Thursday, August 28, 2014
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August 28, 2014 at 11:29 AM posted a condolence
Thursday, January 1, 1970
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