Don MacRae passed away peacefuIIy at Mitchell Nursing Home on March 11, 2016. Born in Bornish, Ontario on November 17, 1921, DonaId James MacRae, formerIy of DubIin and CIinton, was in his 95th year.
Survived by his wife Eyvonne Bonnie MacRae (formerIy Schneider) and her famiIy. Ioving father of MichaeI (Patricia) MacRae of RR#3 Goderich. AIso survived by his sister Anne Hatton of Alberta, daughter-in-Iaw Marg MacRae of Iondon and son-in-Iaw Ian Jackson of St. Marys. Cherished Grandpa of Kurtis (Yvonne) MacRae, Marcy (Randy) Mueller, Denise (Kelly) OIeary, Joseph (Tammy) MacRae, Jennifer (Mat) Hoy, Ian MacRae and Trevor Jackson. Great-Grandpa of Memphis and Monica MacRae, CoIe and KayIin Rose, Rhyse Mueller, Owen and Kassie OIeary, Ferris and PearI Hoy and ShayIa and CaeI Jackson. Don wiII aIso be missed by his step-chiIdren, step-grandchiIdren and many nieces, nephews and extended famiIy members.
Predeceased by his parents James and Catherine (nee Morrison) McRae, his wives Anne (nee Connors) 1974, elleen (nee Davidson) 2012, son James DonaId MacRae 2011, daughter Nora Anne Jackson 2010, brother Ken (Mary) MacRae, sister Rita (Jerry) Gooding, brother-in-Iaw AI Hatton, grandson-in-Iaw Jeff Rose 2006, step-son Jim Wiills 2015, and step-daughter Sharon Pelling 2007.
Don was a war veteran, teacher, eIectrician, business owner (DubIin EIectric) and the Post Master of the DubIin Post Office for more than 20 years. He was a Iong-time member of the DubIin Town CounciI, DubIin Iions CIub and a Grand Knight of the Knights of CoIumbus. He was on many boards and committees, incIuding DubIin Hydro and the Retired Post Masters. He was the recipient of the Queens Diamond JubiIee MedaI in 2012. He was known as the ticket man – never going anywhere without severaI books of tickets in his pocket, supporting various causes.
Cremation is taking pIace and a MemoriaI FuneraI Mass Ied by Fr. Brian Mccoll wiII be heId at St. Patricks CathoIic Church in DubIin on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 11 a.m. A ceIebration of Iife reception wiII foIIow at the Seaforth Iegion Branch 156.
As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to the Seaforth Community HospitaI Foundation or the charity of choice wouId be appreciated and can be made through McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, Seaforth, 519-527-1390. OnIine donations and condoIences can be made by visiting Dons memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Kate
My deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of a wonderful man. Rest in peace my friend
Gary and Dené Coombs
We are so sorry for the loss of Don to the communities and different services that he was a part of he will be missed, but most of all our heartfelt condolences to his family at this time. Prayers for comfort and peace are lifted for you
Cathy Loomans Vanrooy
Mike, Pat & extended families:
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear Dad, granddad. It has been many years since I&&single&&ve been to Dublin but remember well walking by your Dad&&single&&s store every school morning & afternoon & many times he&&single&&d have the door open & say hello as we walked by.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Evelyn ( morrison ) Williamson
Our thoughts and prayers are with you for the repose of Dons soul. He was a good and faithful man to his GOD and family.
The MacRaes were good neighbors to our family at Bornish. HE taught school when I was in grade seven in the late 1940 s., then he was off to join the service.
We have a lot of fond memories of the MacRae family.. R.I.P DON.
Maureen Flanagan
Dear Pat,Mike,Kurt,Marcy,Dee& Joe.
My sympathy to you all on the passing of your Dad/Grampa. Treasure the Memories. I am thinking of you all. Love Maureen
Ken Susan Melissa Pushelberg
Thoughts and prayers to Don&&single&&s family he was an amazing guy. He will be missed
Andy and Janet Brown
Please accept our sincere condolences at Don&&single&&s passing, he lived a long full life.
Barb and Colin Brander
Sorry for your loss Mike,Pat and family.We are thinking of you all at this time of sadness.
Love Barb ,Colin Brander and family.
John Gooding
Rest in peace Uncle Don. Your love and kindness towards my mother Rita will always be remembered. You were a man of strong faith and conviction tempered by a wonderful sense of humour. I will miss our conversations and your empathy.
Dennis Flavell
My condolences to Lion Don&&single&&s family. He and I shared many an interesting chat about Lions over the years when he was active. He was a dedicated Lion and always gave his best efforts to every position he held. He will be missed. Lion Dennis Flavell 2nd Vice District Governor for A-9.
Jim & Karen Cronin
So sorry Mike & Pat and your family on the loss of your Dad & Grandfather. Treasurer the memories of his life as he lived it to the fullest. He will be missed.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Monica MacRae Bullock, Jack, Gillian and Dan Bullock
Farewell Uncle Don aka Dangerous Dan as your kid brother (my dad) always called you. You were a true Scot: always a great story to tell, a pinch on the cheek for the wee ones, a warm, soft hug for the lassies, a hard chuck on the shoulder and an inquiry of “what are you getting away with today? for the lads. A gentleman&&single&&s heart, a scoundrel&&single&&s wink and a scholar&&single&&s mind were your stock & trade. You will be missed. Love from Monnie.
Helen & Larry Cook
To all of Don&&single&&s family our condolences. We were in to Mitchell Nursing Home this week for a short visit. We talked about the past times as a great neighbour and friend in Dublin. So glad we were in to see him. Upon leaving he asked us to pray for him. May he be granted Eternal Rest.
Lauren O&&single&&Leary
What a beautiful life to be celebrating! Such joy, such a legacy of love. So many great years together and wonderful memories for you all. A life well lived to its fullest extent.
Thinking of you all as you work through this time of loss, Lauren