I have just watched the beautiful gathering for Don. How I wish I had kept close to our Rangiora families. My birthday was May 14th 1941. Elizabeth Barkley was our mutual Grandmother. Her birthday was May 9th. I well remember the King Street home with the glasshouses and tomatoes. George Street was utterly amazing. Carol stayed with us in Christchurch before she was married. Some lovely memories. What an amazing send off for Don. Well earned and deserved. Thinking of you all with special thoughts to Brent.

Jenny and Family Our Sincere condolences for the loss of Don, fantastic memories over many years at Fire Brigade Competitions and Conferences. Don was the instigator of forming Blenheim VFB's Competition team and even coached us at Rangiora in the beginning. May he rest in peace. Barry and Roz.

To Jenny and family ,. My very sincere heart felt condolences in the loss of a great man. The memories of Don [ Hass ] will remain with me forever. A great leader and chief . He will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him . Sorry I cant be there on this sad day , Watching live stream . Love to all John McCabe

A great man who has forged a huge legacy within the fire brigade community and the North Canterbury community. Respect, honest, loyal, and leader are just the start of Don Hassall. Our ex brigade patron, but will always be known ours “Our Chief” To Jenny and family … our deepest love n hugs to you all for this huge loss … Kia kaha … much love Craig & Cheryl McCabe

To Jenny and family My very sincere condolences in the loss of a very loving man. The memories of Don will remain with me forever. sending Love and hugs to you all thinking of you and sorry I can't be with you today.