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for Robert Mac Donald
Mark Meyer
December 12, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
David Waters
November 28, 2008
Hi Kathy,
I was deeply saddened to hear what happened. While I had not seen Mac for many years I would often look back and think of him as one of my best friends back at SHS. I hope you and your family can overcome the loss. Take care.
Marianne McCann
November 21, 2008
Dear Kathleen and Family,
Our entire family sends our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
You are all in out thoughts and prayers.
Take care.
With love from Katherine Mulvaney and Family
Anonymous
November 18, 2008
miss you every day uncle rob.
Laura Corning
November 12, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in these troubling days. Time cannot heal your loss, it can however lessen the pain. Peace be with you. May your future brighten...
Tara Brinkman
November 10, 2008
Kathy, Eric, Greg, Karryn, and Lauren,
It seems like only yesterday we were neighbors and I was coming over and babysitting or being a mother's helper. Bob was such a wonderful man and I am truly saddened by his passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Tara Brinkman (Constantino)
Richard Morrison
November 10, 2008
Like many guys in town I got to know Bob through playing golf and running into him at the gym or around the kid related sports events.
To me Bob was the quintessential "guys guy" and I always enjoyed talking to him when we got together.
Bob was a gift to the community and an insperation for many to go beyond their comfort zone and to want to good for others. If there is one legacy that we could all cherish and that is knowing our good deeds pass on to those who we love. I am certain Bob's family has learned by his actions and has grown through his kindness and insperation to those around him.
Please accept my condolences and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
MARVIN BLAKESLY
November 7, 2008
TO ALL OF THE MCDONALDS. MY PRAYERS WITH YOU. MRS. BLAKESLY, GOD WILL HELP YOU IN YOUR LOSS.
David and Lisa Genovali
November 5, 2008
Dear Kathy and Children - Our family at Genovali Realty is so saddened by your loss --- and our loss. Bob was such a special man who lit up a room when he walked in. When he spoke of his family, you could just see the pride and love he had for all of you. Please know you are forever in our thoughts and prayers.
The Genovali Realty Family
Hilary Harder Hurdis
November 5, 2008
Dear MacDonald Family- I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My brother was friends with Eric and I worked with Eric, Greg, and Kerryn. The Harders have always remarked on what genuinely good and lovely people your family are- what a legacy to your father and husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Durkin
November 4, 2008
Dear Kathleen,
Bob hired me 19 years ago when I was at WhiteHall. We worked together for over 5 years and both of you attended our wedding. I later moved out of the area and eventually left the company and lost touch. I want to let you know that I learned a great deal from Bob and think about him often. We would think of the MacDonald family twice a year as we would make our way back to New England on our annual trips and we would pass what became known as the "MacDonald" Old Saybrook exit. I have fond memories of Bob. He was a mentor and a great person. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
John and Sharon Durkin
Allison Blum
November 4, 2008
Kathy, Eric, Greg, Kerryn and Lauren,
We just wanted to say that our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Allison, Dave, Liana, Joe and Matt Blum
Paula Palmieri
November 4, 2008
Dear Eric, Kerryn, Craig, Lauren,
Our family is so saddened by your loss. I wish there were a magic word I could say to make it all better for you.
I'm sure you'll be looking out for each other; that's what's so wonderful about being part of a big family. Try and remember to take care of yourself, too. Of course you'll be worried about your mother -the best way you kids can take care of your mother is by taking care of yourself.
Your father will be remembered as a special man who made a difference in so many lives. The Palmieri's know that first hand. What your father did for Jimmy- it may seem like a small gesture but it meant the world to us. We needed an angel, and your dad came knocking at our door.
He spoke of you all often; he loved you so much. When you heard him talk about his kids, it was obvious you were everything to him.
We lost an amazing person; but we're so grateful for the legacy he's left -all of you, his beautiful children. You're his gift to the world.
I'm holding you in my heart,
Paula Palmieri
Sherry Carlson
November 3, 2008
Dear Kathy and Family,
What a touching tribute to your loving husband and father today. He was loved by many and he touched many lives. We are sorry for your loss. Please take care of each other and let your community of friends give back to you as you need it. Love to all, Don, Sherry, Jonathan, Michael and Stephen Carlson
Debbi Burns Sylvester
November 3, 2008
Dear Kathy and family,
I am so sorry, ever since Kevin told me I cant stop thinking of you all. My prayers are with you.
Leslie & Brian Jermainne
November 3, 2008
Dear MacDonald Family,
We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow.
Brian & Leslie Jermainne
Jim Palmieri
November 3, 2008
Kathy and Family:
Please remember that the Palmieri's, especially Paula and I will always be here for you and your family. It always struck me how similar Bob and my life was, being the father of such a wonderful family and having such a strong wife to manage things and support us, as I know you did. I will never forget
Bob showing up at my kitchen door one Sunday about 7 years ago because he had heard that I lost my job. He sat with me for an hour as a "cheerleader" and wanted to be sure that I was "OK" and if I ever needed to talk about my feelings, he would be ready to listen, anytime anyplace. His influence encouraged me to stay positive, get over the anger and denial, not look back and move on. I have him to always thank for this. Bob's legacy is in the hearts and minds of his beautiful wife and children and I know that he feels peace now in what he contributed to your lives.
Respectfully,
Cheryl Eastman
November 2, 2008
Dear Kathy and family,
Words cannot described my sorrow for your loss. Bob was an amazing man who I respected and looked up to during my years at Whitehall-Robins. Years have passed since my days with Bob and Whitehall, but the memories (and his effortless smile) will forever be with me. My families thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Much Love,
Cheryl (Travis) Eastman
Deb Mager
November 2, 2008
Dear Karen and Family
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers. Deb & Glen, Old Saybrook
Cathy Paradis
November 2, 2008
Dear Kathy & Children:
Our prayers are with your family. I hope the prayers of our entire community and your memories of your beloved husband and dad will comfort and sustain you. The Paradis Family; Billl, Cathy, Mike, Nick & Katie
Megan Netto
November 2, 2008
Dear Kathy and children, and all the MacDonald's,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Robert, your dad and your brother, your uncle, and your friend. Though I did not know Robert very well, any time I spent with you all, I sensed his kind and sensitive spirit. My prayres are with him now, and with you all. May God's peace be with you all, and brother Robert, may you find peace in God's arms.
Leah Stancil
November 2, 2008
Dear Greg,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Leah
mary curran roberts
November 2, 2008
Dear Kathy,
Our paths have not crossed now for many years. I have fond memories of you in High School as we were "Twirlers" together. I am sure I met your Robert as his name is so familiar to me. Kathy, I am so very sorry for your loss. I see that you have children and am sure you all have wonderful family memoriesl Hold on to them and each other tight. I pray that God will comfort and protect you and the family at this most difficult time.God Bless you all.
With much affection,
Mary Curran Roberts
Bob Scanlon
November 1, 2008
To the entire MacDonald Family:
My sincerest condolences on your loss. I am sitting here remembering way back to the days of Christmas Caroling and all the other things we did growing up in that wonderful neighborhood. I will keep Robert in my prayers.
Breanne Loso
November 1, 2008
The MacDonald Family -
We are saddened to hear about the loss of your loved one. We will keep with us the memories that we share of such a special person. Keep your heads held high and all the memories with you.
Love,
The Loso Family
Larry, Theresa, Breanne, Andrea, & Emma
Nancy & Richard Vanderslice
November 1, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to you and yours Ginny. You are in our thoughts.
Fondly,
Nancy & Richard
Katie Macdonald
November 1, 2008
Dear Kathy & Family--I was so sorry to hear about Robert. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Katie Macdonald (Brian & Rita's daughter)
Erin Atkinson
November 1, 2008
Dearest Kathy and Kids, Our hearts are so full of sadness that a beautiful light has gone from all of our lives. Bob was the consumate salesman, with a ready smile and a great story to tell. Our family and our community will mourn his passing. He did so much for all of our children. Confidence, skills, and good sportmanship in our children will be his legacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, The Atkinson's, Peter, Erin, and Alex
Michael Driscoll
November 1, 2008
To the MacDonald family,
I will never forget the loving memories we had growing up with the times we played street hockey, skated at the pond, played endless baseball games together at the top of our street, and seeing each other grow up and into adults. I'll never foget the time Wes Hayes chased Robert when we young on Halloween night in his orange rain suit and Robert ran into my mother's house. We laughed so hard until we cried!.
I thank God for the experiences we had with each other as true brothers in Christ. For surely we loved one another and did his will which is to love without conditions attached.
I will truly miss you Robert as a dear friend/brother and my hope is in God that we meet again in eternal bliss for us all... in heaven... forever more. At peace eternally. May God rest your soul.
Love Michael, Elizabeth, and Sean Driscoll
Bob Burke
November 1, 2008
To Mac's family and friends,
I've got to pass on this message from a friend...
About 2 years ago, Mac and I were playing Fenwick and standing on the 4th tee. It was one of those rare rounds in which it was just the 2 of us...rare because Mac always attracted a crowd. It was a beautiful evening, and unless your familiar with Fenwick, the 4th tee provides a great view of a sunset, the South Cove, the CT River Estuary. Mac said (and I distinctly remember this because I think I was addressing my ball at the time)..."If anything ever gets you down, just look around and look at where we live".
I think of that every time I play Fenwick and I'm on the 4th tee...and I usually need immediate consolation after I put my drive in the South Cove.
Mac and I both came from elsewhere, him from Massachusetts and me from Pennsylvania (which Mac would tease me about, questioning my family lineage because I was raised so close to Appalachia), but we both loved this town. This community is never, never just a place of beautiful scenery...it's so much deeper than that...it's the people, and when I think about those that I've known in this town who have always been there for community outreach, helping somebody out, recognizing that something needs to be fixed or righted and getting started on it...I think of Mac first. Like you all, I'm going to miss him very, very much. My commitment to him is to do what he suggested and draw my strength, when needed, from those around me in this town. It's just 1 of the many little things that Mac's done that has left an impression on me, and I felt I needed to pass it on.
Dick Gleason and family
November 1, 2008
Kathleen, Eric, Greg, Kerryn, Lauren, Jack, Joe, Paul, Ginny, and Carol...Robert was like a brother to me since high school, my best friend in life. I know no words can heal your loss at this time. I thank you for the love and support you gave my best friend all of his life.
Tammie Pierson
November 1, 2008
Kathy, Eric, Greg, Kerryn, and Lauren,
Our hearts our filled with saddness knowing Mac is no longer here on earth. Our prayers and thoughts are with you now and in the days to come. We know the community and many, many others have you in their thoughts and prayers as well. May the blanket of love and support of your family and friends give you some comfort during the difficult times. We hope the memories that will bring smiles and laughter will come soon. Mac will live on in the many lives he touched.
Jeff, Tammie, Ashley, Matthew, and Andrew Pierson
Leeta Fontes
November 1, 2008
Dear Kathy and Family:
I was so sorry when I heard about Bob's passing. Please know that you and the children will continually be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Leeta Fontes
October 31, 2008
Eric and Family,
The entire Queens Vocational and Technical High School community send their condolences at this most difficult time.
Kathleen (Driscoll) Stockfleth
October 31, 2008
To the Entire MacDonald Family:
We were so sorry to hear of Robert's passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, siblings and friends. I have such fond memories of growing up with Robert and his siblings on Thomas Avenue in Scituate. I will remember his wonderful sense of humor and ---those blue eyes. We were blessed to have such a close knit neighborhood of friends and I will cherish the memories I have of Robert!!
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Fondly,
Kathleen (Driscoll) and Carl Stockfleth
Don & Karen Brodeur
October 31, 2008
Dear Kathy, Eric, Greg, Kerryn & Lauren,
Our hearts ache along with you - we are so saddened for your loss and we will be by your side through the challenging times ahead. Bob was a wonderful and caring man who touched so many lives and will be missed by everyone.
All our love,
The Brodeur Family
Wilma Asch
October 31, 2008
Dear MacDonald Family,
Bob was a valued member of the Economic Development Commissio, O.S. He gave of his time, and professional advice.We send you our deepest sympathy.
Wilma Asch, EDC, Old Saybrook
judith Willett
October 31, 2008
Kathy, Gary and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are keeping you and the kids in our prayers. May God keep his arms, tightly around you and your family. Judy (Asia's aunt)
October 31, 2008
Kathy and Kids,
We are so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories and love help you through this very difficult time.
The Carr Family
Vic, Jackey, Mallory, Cody & Ali
Sarah Roy
October 31, 2008
To the entire MacDonald Family;
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a wonderful man, I worked with him at Genovali Realty. Any time he would come into the office, he was upbeat, jovial, and had a smile that matched the sparkle in his bright blue eyes. My heartfelt condolences to you all.
Vincent and Victoria Consiglio
October 31, 2008
Dear Kathy and children;
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We moved away from the neighborhood several years ago when Vin lost his sight. One of your neighbors called us to let us know. We are very saddened by this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories of him give you comfort and keep you close always.
Sincerely,
Jimmy McCarthy
October 31, 2008
Kathleen, My condolences and prayers go out to you and your family. I have fond memories of "Mac". I was saddened when Gerard told me the news.
With Love,
Jimmy McCarthy
Rita, Kelsea, Amy and Adam Burkhardt
October 31, 2008
Dear Kathy and Family: We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Your family and Bob will be in our prayers.
June Davison
October 31, 2008
Dear Friends, My son Nicholas (Nick Damore) and I want you to know that we love you all. We will be in touch in the future. God bless you and give you strength at this time.
Sherri Clarke
October 31, 2008
Kathy- I will always remember Bob's witty humor on the soccer sidelines. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you family.
Corinne Smith
October 31, 2008
Kathleen and family, I was so sorry to hear about Mac. I hope he is a peace and that you and your family find comfort in knowing he loved all of you so much. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Corinne
Kristen Longueil
October 31, 2008
Uncle Robert: Loving, caring, fun, kind, giving amazing with faimly. Robert had a truly amazing heart. We will miss him so much. Words can not explain our sorrow. He could always make our children smile as he played and bounced them on his knee.
Memories will fill our hearts forever.
Chuck Fitzgerald
October 31, 2008
Hello,
Bob was a great friend to me. Over the last three years we often met for breakfest or lunch. We talked about our challenges. He often coached me to overcome my struggles. Bob made me laugh and inspired me to make better choices.
Bob and I helped each other. I will miss that. Bob told me how much he loved his wife. He was very proud of his children. I am very grateful to have had Bob as my friend. Bob I will miss you on this earth. I know you are with me. I love you man. "Ya baby" as Bob would say.
Sincerely,
Chuck Fitzgerald
Andrea Harney
October 31, 2008
Dear Kathy and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. He was so nice and will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, and beautiful blue eyes. We will pray for all of you.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Andrea, Drew and Tessa Harney
Julie Fontaine
October 31, 2008
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time
Glenna O'Neil
October 31, 2008
Kathy and family
Our family is so sorry to here of your loss, many memories with our children growing up ..Saint Johns Christmas pagent.Bob referee With Britt high soccer,We pray for your family at this sad time. love Glenna And Michael O'Neil coutney Lindsay and Brittany
Donna Bagnati
October 31, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss.
Jeff, Donna, Justin & Joshua Bagnati
The Von Dassel Family
October 31, 2008
Kathy & Lauren,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and the rest of your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Geoff Brown
October 31, 2008
Kathy,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children at this time. I had not seen Bob in a long time but often thought of him...I now know he is in a better place
A former co-worker @ Whitehall
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