Glen passed away on February 4th, following a long struggle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Donna and children Dana Daines-Smith (Greg) of Calgary, AB and Cody Daines (Shannon) of Prince George, BC. Glen (Grandad) is also survived by five granddaughters, the joys of his life, Teagan and Taryn Smith, Emma, Caitlyn and Sophia Daines. Glen has always been proud of the of the professional achievements of his children and the accomplishments of his granddaughters. He was never shy in sharing this. His family was very important to him and he treasured his bond with his brothers immensely. He displayed a humourous pride when people would approach him and ask , “which brother are you?” Glen was predeceased by his parents, Ethel and Snowden Daines and by his nephew Darcy Daines. He was one of seven brothers and is survived by Jim (Marilyn), Jack (Audrey) Norman, Ivan, Franklin (Shirley), and Danny(Dusty). He is also survived by his cousin Penny Archibald and his close friends Allan Archibald, Kay Daines and Tom Towers. Glen was born and raised in Innisfail, Alberta. He attended the University of Alberta and received his degree in Commerce. He worked for IBM Canada in Alberta and BC before establishing Daines Western Shops with his brothers Ivan and Franklin. Glen has been a long time resident of Kamloops but always thought of Innisfail as home.He maintained strong ties with the rodeo community and several generations of cowboys. Glen leaves behind many strong friendships from his love of the western way of life.At his request, Glen’s service was held at St.Mark’s Anglican Church, Innisfail, Alberta on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 1 PM. Donations in Glen’s memory gratefully appreciated to the Royal Inland Hospital Cancer Clinic, Kamloops, BC or to a charity of your choice. We would like to thank Dr. Harold Stefanyk and the other health professionals and caregivers who supported Glen through his 15 year battle with cancer.
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So sorry to read the news about Glen, Donna. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Sincere condolences to the Daines Family from the Matus Family. Glen fought a brave battle and will always be remembered for the wonderful man he was.