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Don MACNEIL Obituary
59 years, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 29, 2017. Don was predeceased by his wife Mary Jane, his parents Lawrence and Josephine, and brother Larry. He is survived by his cherished children Erin (Derek Farrugia) and DJ (Heather) MacNeil. Don was the adored brother of Carol Derbyshire, Marilyn (Jim) Molyneux, Ian (Maria) MacNeil. Don will be sadly missed by his nieces Katie Derbyshire, Sarah Wilkinson, Kelly Vadori, Laura and Amanda MacNeil, nephews Grant Molyneux, Ryan and Sean MacNeil. Don will be missed by his aunt Daisy MacKinnon and his many cousins. He was an avid hockey fan both as a player and coach with Riverside Minor Hockey. He spent his university years playing for Ferris State. Don helped save many lives by donating multiple organs to the Trillium Gift of Life Network. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of Windsor or Knobby's Kids would be appreciated by the family. Visitation Friday, March 31 from 11 a.m. until time of funeral service at 1 p.m. at
FAMILIES FIRST,
1065 Lauzon Rd., East Windsor,
519-969-5841.
Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Share memories, photos or make a donation online at
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April 6, 2017
Our deepest sympathy is extended to the loved ones of both Donny and Larry. We too are praying for you. May God send forth His grace and peace to all. Sincerely, Bill and Denise Salzer
Loretta Bresolin
April 3, 2017
Hello Mary Jane, I am sadden to hear of the passing of your husband. My condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Glen MacNeil
March 31, 2017
So very sad to hear about our old neighbour Don. We had a lot of laughs together. He was one of the funniest guys we ever had the pleasure of knowing. Our hearts go out to DJ, Erin and family. May you rest in peace Don. Love Glen, Judy, Riley and Breagh MacNeil.
March 31, 2017
Erin, DJ and the MacNeil Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. I have wonderful memories of many times spent with you all during the younger years. Don leaves behind a wonderful family and I know that you all will be a great source of comfort and support to one another. God Bless you all and may his smile shine down upon each of you. Love Shelley
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Doug & Sharon Perry
March 31, 2017
Our condolances to Marilyn, Jim, Grant and family at the loss of Donny, we are still away but our thoughts and prayets are with you. I will miss meeting up with him and his dog in the neighborhood.
March 31, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to Marilyn, Jim and Grant and your family, we are still away it has been quite a year. I will miss meeting up with him and his dog around the neighborhood. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
March 31, 2017
Our hearts are broken,for the MacNeil family,you are all in our thoughts and prayers,Love Pat Shaw,Lindsay & Derek Trepanier & Dale & Scott Shaw!
John & Angie Hunter
March 31, 2017
DJ our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We had many great years coaching together. I will cherish those memories. I know he will be watching down on us all from heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Helena Young
March 30, 2017
Saddened to hear of Don's passing, and sending heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Bob Parent
March 30, 2017
Dear Carol, Marilyn and Ian!
I am so sorry to have heard the news about my friend and your brother. I'm out of the country on business and won't be able to be in Windsor tomorrow...so sad. With the recent news I'm sharing the pain and living with a heavy heart. Know that I am thinking about all of you!
Thoughts and prayers from Bob & MeLoni
Christ Parkinson
March 30, 2017
My deepest sympathies to you Erin and Derek and all the family.
Chris Parkinson
Karen Hazell MacIsaac
March 30, 2017
Marilyn I will call you soon. My heart brakes for you all. With deep sympathy and concern,
Joe Karb
March 30, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 30, 2017
my thoughts are with you
Lynda & Ed Slingsby
March 30, 2017
We would like to extend our sympathies to all the family. I have known you all so well and especially those younger days of pranks that Donny would go right along with. Those memories still make me smile. Lynda and Ed Slingsby.
March 30, 2017
To Ian MacNeil and Family,
With our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our heart goes out to you. Clorinda Djordjevic & Shelley Kaschak
Pat Pajot
March 30, 2017
Erin and DJ
My sympathies to you on the passing of your father. May you find strength in each other during this difficult time.
Pat Pajot
OSSTF (retired)
Eleanor Warren Warren
March 30, 2017
Erin, DJ and McNeil Families: We were saddened this morning to read of Donnie's passing. Pat and I are not able to attend the funeral but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers, with love. Aunt Hon (Eleanor) & Pat Warren
Mary Lou Dolan
March 30, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The world has lost a great man. He was so caring, compassionate, sensible and a no nonsense kind of guy. He could be a hell raiser but the voice of reason. He will be missed. RIP Don We love you
Mary Lou Dolan and Dan Marion
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