Rest In Piece, Don Crosby…

Don Crosby, the owner of a 1954 Mercury Sun Valley coupe which we have featured both here and in the book, “Class of 2009,” recently passed away. Don was a devoted member of the cruising community, being a regular sight at the Pony Corral’s cruise nights. He could also be found at most car shows in the Winnipeg area, relaxing on a lawn chair next to his beloved Mercury, chatting up a storm with anyone who was willing to talk.

Don had owned the car since 1964, when he drove it to work at Penner Mazda. The car would eventually take on camper-towing duties before becoming the car show queen that it was best known as. Please note that I said “car show queen,” as opposed to “trailer queen.” Don drove the car to every show he attended, then drove it some more for good measure.

My last memory of Don was a few years ago, at the Pony Corral. We talked for a while–well, Don talked to me. He had so many great stories to tell, that the best thing to do was sit and listen to him go on about the good old days.

It was an honour to know you, Don. We hope you’re in a better place, talking God’s ear off at that great cruise night in the sky.

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