Doreen passed away peacefully at the Clinton Public Hospital on December 4, 2024 in her 88th year. Born in 1936, Doreen was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorthea MacKenzie and sister to the late Donald Robert MacKenzie. Doreen will be fondly remembered by Carol Simons, Ted and Jean Dunn and family, as well as by many friends, neighbours and relatives.
Doreen started her teaching career as a Public School Teacher and then moved to the Goderich District Collegiate Institute, where she taught Art and English. Doreen was an active member of the Bayfield Agricultural Society and St. Andrew’s United Church in Bayfield On.
Her passion for animal welfare as well as her love for gardening and flowers was evident in the many flowers she grew and arranged for many friends, the church and community events. She was passionate about the environment long before climate change was even talked about.
A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday December 11, 2024 at St. Andrew’s United Church, Bayfield, On. with visitation starting at 11:00 am until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 noon. Reception in the Church Hall to follow. Arrangements entrusted with McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, Goderich, On. (519) 524-7345. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to St. Andrew’s United Church, Bayfield, On. or a charity of your choice. There will be a Spring interment in the Bayfield Cemetery.
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Nigel Bellchamber
Doren was my grade 7/8 teacher in Bayfield PS. I learned a lot from her. My condolences.
Veronica Sturgeon
May Doreen now create beauty to her heart’s content in heaven. Just found out about her passing moments ago or else I would have been at her life celebration. Condolences Jean and Ted.
Val Bendig (Park)
Miss MacKenzie was my high school Art teacher, she was a really nice lady too. Condolences to her family and friends.
John Campbell
We are unable to attend Doreen’s service because of a medical procedure but please know you are in our hearts & prayers.
Hugs, John C & Nancy A
Tom and Kathie Kelly
So very sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing.Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.