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Neil MacDonald Obituary
Born in Victoria February 3, 1944 Neil passed away at Saanich Peninsula Hospital in the early hours of November 15, 2012. Neil grew up in Royal Oak and is predeceased by his parents Robin and Bennie. He is survived by his son Dennis and daughter-in-law Narumi. He is also survived by his siblings Grant (Eva), Audrey, Heather (Norm), Virginia, Steve (Elaine), Lorna (Ross) and Louise (Mike). Neil had many nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews who will miss him. His dog Mickey was never far from his side. Special thanks to John Plant and Rhonda Dignan and their son Thomas, and Linda and Mike Vantreight for their friendship and support of Neil during his illness. Neil had a life long love of horses and shared his knowledge with many in the community. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Friday, November 23rd at the Saanich Fair Grounds, Poplar Room. In lieu of flowers, donations in Neil's name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Memories and Condolences
for Neil MacDonald
20 Entries
Jo Sentes
January 29, 2013
Thanks Neil,you trained me and my horses and this will live on until we also say our goodbye's
Barbara and Bob Birch
November 29, 2012
To all my cousins Audrey, Grant, Heather, Steve, Virginia, Lorna, Louise and their families, so very sorry to hear recently of Neil's illness and passing ... and know you'll always be there to comfort Dennis. I have fond memories of our visits to your house on Markham Road as a child, sleeping outside on the porch and Neil taking Shirley, Kim and I for horse rides in the yard. Thinking of you all and send a hug.
Marilyn Van Imschoot (Olsen)
November 28, 2012
I remember Neil from our school days together at Royal Oak. He was always so likeable and I know that you will kept in your hearts always.
November 26, 2012
Heather and all the MacDonald Family,
Our thoughts are with you at this time. I remember Neil from Royal Oak and also through 4-H. Neil was a true gentleman and we will remember him with great fondness. We know that your many memories will sustain you in the days ahead.
Marge and Paul Anderson
Blandine Walker (Scriver)
November 25, 2012
Deepest sympathy to the MacDonald Family, may happier memories help you through this difficult time.
"Smiley"
November 24, 2012
Neil will be fondly remembered, always.
Shoulders down! Eyes up!
November 23, 2012
Thinking of you all at this time. Sorry to hear about Neil Sharon and Al Hicks and Family
Joseph & Claudia Hancock
November 22, 2012
Our deepest synpathy to the family during this time of loss.
November 21, 2012
Heather ,Lorna and family,our deepest sympathy for all of you.I always remember seeing your brother at beaver lake in the riding ring with many students teaching them,enjoying himself.Sharon Filek,Marianne Neill
November 20, 2012
Neil was always there to help out our 4H kids, his knowledge was sometimes overwhelming for the younger kids, but they all loved his "cowboy" way. He was tough on them but they loved it. We will all miss you Neil, but you will always be remembered and we will have a trophy in your honor for the kids to keep remembering.
Thank you Mike and Linda for your huge hearts.
Diana & Saanich 4-H Horse Club.
Cathy Campbell
November 20, 2012
So sorry to hear of Neils passing from this life. His spirit is still alive in all your hearts and memories of him. John and Cathy Campbell
November 19, 2012
Macdonald family sorry to hear of Neils passing thinking of you at this time. Carron, Nicole Courtney and Katelyn
November 19, 2012
Heather and family,
So very sorry to hear of Neil's passing. I remember him well from our days in school and from all the time I spent at your home.
May your memories and family bring you comfort at this sad time.
Juliet Gowing
Susan and Stephane Marcotte
November 18, 2012
To one and all connected to Neil.... Losing a family member leaves a gap that can only be filled with loving memories. Wishing you all so many wonderful memories of times filled with family that the gap feels insignificant.
Thinking of you.
Daphne Panter
November 18, 2012
Heather and family
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
richard and sylvia Pearce
November 18, 2012
Heather,
May the love of family and close friends support you in this challenging time.
Sincerely,
Richard and Sylvia Pearce
Linda Gagnon
November 18, 2012
Dear Audrey and family
I am so sorry to hear of Neil's passing. You have lots of family to find solace and comfort with at this very difficult time. I am thinking of you all.
November 18, 2012
Our deepest sympathy, Heather.
Grant and May Sheldrake
November 18, 2012
Dear MacDonald family I am sorry to hear of your brother's passing. My thoughts are with all of you and especially Heather. I only knew Neil from Royal Oak School but loosing a member of your family always leaves a vancancy nothing really ever fills.
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