Sensei Don Eastman’s obituary has appeared on the Brandon Sun website.
Dr. Donald Eugene Eastman passed away in his sleep, on Monday, June 30, 2014 at the age of 72 years. He is survived by his children Sylvie Eastman (Ron Laurie) of Kitchener, Ontario, Bert of Winnipeg, Jodie (Christopher) Brooking and their children Richard and Jessica, sister Elaine Eastman of Burlington, Ontario, sister-in-law Wynne Eastman of Waterloo, Ontario, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Don was predeceased by his parents Clifford and Jane, sister Lois (Jim) Unsworth and brother Phil. Don was a long time professor at Brandon University and a judo instructor. A celebration of Don’s life will be held at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332-8th Street, on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Rosewood Memorial Gardens. Donations in memory of Don may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Unit A1-800 Rosser Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7A 6N5.