Condolence: My deepest condolences to the Shanahan family. Don was one the best hockey coaches I ever had. He took a bunch of leftover players to the high school junior finals in 1973, by implementing some unorthodox methods (to compensate for the lack of skill) and with a mischievousness twinkle in his eye, created a team I was proud to be a part of. Coach Shanahan showed us that there was always a way to get things done no matter what anyone thought. A fierce competitor on the ice and a gentle soul within. I will always remember you.

Condolence: My condolences to the entire Shanahan family. I just found out about Don's passing late yesterday. At SMC he was my favourite teacher ( 1976 ) and a few of us still laugh about things when we are at the Galway Arms remembering "the old days". I still recall Don marking one of my tests and saying that I need to do " a saliva test". I didn't have a clue what that meant :o):o)...R.I.P. Mr. Shanahan.

Condolence: It will not be the same at Presqu'ile without Don coming in. I relied on him to let me know how things looked in the park, what birds were around and to help me with a number of monitoring activities, particularly shorebirds. I regret not having spent more time in the field with him but am glad to have known him. The park lost a great friend, the family's loss is so much greater. My sympathies go out to you all.

Condolence: Sincerest condolences To your family On the passing od Don. As a former student of Don's at St. Micheael's College School, I respected Don for his humor and his knowledge and really looked forward to seeing him last period each day. He's the one who introduced me to Kluane National Park. God Bless, Don.

Condolence: Our sincere sympathies go out to the Bird and Shanahan families at this sad time. We have lost a brilliant birder and naturalist.

Condolence: We were very sorry to hear of Don's passing last week. We shall miss seeing him down at Presqu'ile Park. Our deepest sympathies go out to Kathryn and her family at this sad time.

Condolence: My condolence's to the entire Shanahan family on the passing of Don. Like a lot of St. Mikes guys who had the pleasure of being taught by him, I have nothing but fond memories of my time spent in his Biology Class. A few of us got together on Friday to tell "Shanny" stories and have a toast to the best teacher we ever had.

Condolence: Dear Kathryn and Family,
I was sad to hear the news Fri.Jan 20th on the passing of Don. My Mom (Margaret) often talked of Don and your family. Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time. I will light a candle for Don today. Thinking of you all...Cousin Linda and Family

Condolence: I was most sorry to hear the news a day or so ago. My deepest condolences go out to both the Bird and Shanahan families. Don will always be remembered as a great birder as well as being a fine parent.

Condolence: I am sad to learn of the passing of Don. I offer my sincere condolences to all members of the family.