Donald Edward Rockwell - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Donald Edward Rockwell, 84, he passed away peacefully at the Annapolis Valley Regional Hospital on Thursday, May 18, 2017. Born in Wolfville, N.S., he was the son of the late John Edward and Florence Winnifred Hazel (Winnie) Rockwell. He was retired and living in Kentville, N.S. For the past fifteen years. Donald is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth (Layton) Rockwell of Kentville. He will be sadly missed by his sons, Bob (Keri) of Frisco, Texas, and Jim (Louise) of Nackawic NB, Paul of Nackawic N.B. and daughter Nancy Parker (Darron), of Moncton, N.B; he had five grandchildren, Jordan, Dillon, Chase, Adam and Melissa, and two great grandchildren. He is remembered by brother Bill (Leona), and sisters Sandra Gertridge (Dalton) and Mary Lou Rockwell (Charles). Donald also is survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by daughter Deborah and brother Allison. The family wishes to thank the Annapolis Valley Regional Hospital for taking care of Donald. Funeral services were held at White Family Funeral Home at 100 Cornwallis St. in Kentville, N.S. In lieu of flowers, the family invites those wishing to remember Donald to make a donation in his name to a charity or organization of their choice.