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1940
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2024
Blair Donnachie Obituary
1940 - 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Blair McKay Donnachie, at l'Hotel Dieu, Sherbrooke, on January 12, 2024.
Blair was born on September 29, 1940, in Sherbrooke. He was 83 years old. He lived a full and happy life surrounded by lifelong friends and a close family, in a community that he absolutely loved. He gave his time and energy to several organizations during his life, including the Dixville Home Foundation (35 years), the A.N.A.F. (50 years), as well as the Sherbrooke Snow Shoe Club. He co-owned Dave's Transport with his brother for several decades and was a bus driver for the Eastern Township School Board. He had been enjoying retirement for several years, always looking forward to his morning coffee with the gang and driving around the Townships with Linda by his side, when he wasn't busy taking care of things around the yard at home.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 60 years Linda (née Cairns), sons Michael (Kim) and Sean (Angie), his only grandson Jesse, as well as many dear friends and extended family members.
Blair is predeceased by his parents Eunice (née Fournier) and David Donnachie, his in-laws Queenie (née Keays) and Archie Cairns, and brother John Donnachie (Jackie).
Blair will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and he will forever hold a very special place in all of our hearts.
For those who wish to pay their respects, visitation will take place on Monday, January 22 at Residences Funéraires Steve Elkas in Sherbrooke, from 3 to 5 p.m., followed by the memorial service at 5 p.m. Sweets and light refreshments will be served after the service.
For anyone wishing to make a donation in Blair's memory, please consider the Dixville Home Foundation or the Grace Village Foundation. Thank you.
STEVE?L. ELKAS?FUNERAL HOME
4230 Bertrand-Fabi, Sherbrooke QC
PHONE: 819-565-1155
FAX: 819-820-8872
[email protected]
www.steveelkas.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Blair Donnachie
19 Entries
Luc Rodrigue & Dawn Irving
January 26, 2024
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. May his soul rest in peace.
Dawn Patterson
January 23, 2024
My sympathies to the Donnachie family. Special thoughts g
o out to Michael-my former Galt classmate.
Roland Gibson
January 22, 2024
My condolances to Linda and family
Laurie Labrecque Hall
January 21, 2024
Very sorry Mike and family to hear of your great loss.
Diane Caron
January 20, 2024
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Blair's family and friends. I knew Blair from his years as a bus driver for the ETSB . He was such a kind man and much appreciated by all.
Wendy Musselman
January 20, 2024
Sending our heartfelt condolences from Kingsville, ON to you Linda, Mike and Sean. We were so very sorry to hear of Blair's passing. I have so many fond memories from the campground to early morning breakfasts. We will miss him dearly. Wendy, John and PJ
Michael and Valerie Locke
January 20, 2024
Our deepest sympathies to the family. I met Blair when he used to have the oil changed in his trucks at Burtons Shell where I worked as a serviceman
Kim
January 19, 2024
Our sympathies to Linda and the family. He was such a nice man. RIP Blair
Kim & Arnold Winget
Ann Crawford
January 19, 2024
I would like to offer my condolences to
the
Donnachie family. I have know Blair and Linda for many years.
Charlene Gibson
January 19, 2024
My deepest sympathies to the whole family
Christina Moore
January 19, 2024
My deepest condolences to all his family and friends , he was the best bus driver ever , he will be truly missed
Jeffrey Monty
January 19, 2024
I worked with Blair as a student in the early 70s. He had a great sense of humour and was a real joy to be around.
Jeffrey Monty
Jill & John Laberee
January 19, 2024
My deepest sympathy to the family. He was such a nice man. Always a smile and kind words for others.
Trudy and Al Doherty
January 19, 2024
We are sorry for your loss Linda and family,Blair was a great guy to talk to.
Shirley Gillam
January 19, 2024
My deep condolences go out to the Donnachie family. Blair, the late Karl Gilbert and my late husband Richard were very close friends many years ago as they were growing up. As I look back at the photos of the trio being together often, enjoying life and laughing, it is with sadness but with knowing they are together again. Rest in peace, Blair.
Patty & Normand Petterson
January 19, 2024
Our sincere sympathies to Linda & family. My memories comfort all of you in this difficult time.
Kevin Frost
January 19, 2024
Thinking of the Donnachie family. Blair was a great member of our community, and I was proud to call him my friend. Always had a smile and kind word, will miss him!
Roz
January 19, 2024
Our deepest condolences, Mike and family,
Roz and Kayla
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