Donald L. McIntyre

Marcy and family: I read about the passing of your Dad yesterday in the Valley News. I am so very sorrry. Although I only met him a few times during our high school days, he was certainly an icon of a man and his legacy will live in. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. God Bless.

Dear McIntyre Family...

I read about Mac's death in the Valley News and just wanted to say this to you all. There are in our lives a few people who have touched us in a particular way and Mac was one of these for me. His influence in my life came at two specific points... the first was when he and Bruce Hoskins began to organize ski lessons on the hill behind the Inn. He taught us not just how to ski but, in a way, how to have fun.... or perhaps, more importantly, how to believe in the fun we were having. That's a deep lesson I think. His enjoyment was infectious and I'm sure it was that obvious pleasure he took in life that made him such an effective teacher. The other great influence Mac had in my life was his stewardship of Camp Gibson. When little leaflets were passed out at school announcing this new summer camp, I pleaded with my mother to let me go. I attended for a week in that first year and went every summer until the camp closed. It was, for me, a heavenly place, remote and rustic, with none of the upscale trappings of other local summer camps. But it had a clean deep lake and fine woods and took full value from simple things. I loved it, and visions of Mac playing his guitar by a fireside are part of my eternal memorybank.

I have lived away from Westport and my beloved Adirondacks for most of my adult life, but the tidal pull of what we call home is powerful. Mac played a significant role in my childhood - truly - and remains connected in a very real way to where I came from and the person I think I have become.

I send you all my condolences and regards

Robby Barnett

Dear Beverly and family,
I just learned of Don's passing and so sorry. Our thoughts are with you. I worked with Don as a telegraph operator but haven't seen him for years; but remember him well. I also remember that little yellow Jeepster he used to drive around in. Our best wishes.

Bev and kids,
So sad to hear about Mac. Jean just e-mailed me the news. I have a lot of memories of him. From Camp Gibson to skiing at Whiteface to the sing-alongs in 5th grade class. We will certainly miss him and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bev

I am sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was a figure during in my entire life! As a young boy he helped me fill the up the boat with gas/oil at his marina. As a young man he gave me my first job as a private consultant and never questioned my limited experience or my youth. Rather, he treated me as a professional and a friend. As an adult he showed me warmth and persistence. Thank you, Don!!!

Peter Gibbs

Bev, Donna, Mel, and Marcy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mac was such a wonderful man. I fondly remember his Saturday night sing-a-longs at the Marina and after all these years can still proudly sing every verse of the John B. Sails. Mac will always be in my heart.

Bev, I was so shocked when my son told me of Mac's death. We had some great times and great memories in Crown Point. And then we had many more as we traveled for Eastern Star. Please accept Pete's and my deepest sympathies. May God hold you in his arms and comfort you. Much love, Mary Gload

Bev, your daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren:
Mac was a wonderful man, as you all know, and will be greatly missed by many. May your wonderful memories and times with him help you all through this very difficult time. God Bless and Rest In Peace, Don.

Marcy and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Paul, Kristin, Matt, Ryan and Cameron Petros

Dear Bev and family. I am sorry to hear about Mac's passing, but the memories and stories will live for ages. He was a pleasure to know and serve with.

Dear Bev
My sympathy to you and your family. Mac loved and served his family and community well and he will be sorely missed. You have many years of good memories to share and comfort one another.

Dear Bev & Family,
We will always cherish the many things that Mac has done to touch our lives. He will be truly missed by us. Joyce & Fred

Bev and Marcy
Bill and are so sorry to hear about Mac. I have so many wonderful memories! The Studebaker!!! Mac is and always will be permantly woven into the hearts all who knew him.
See you soon

Bev, Donna, Mel & Marcy;
I am very sorry for your loss. Mac was the best. Alway had a smile and never without a laugh. He did so much for me, I will never forget him. Westport will never be the same without him. A true icon has been lost.

Bev,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mac was a good man. Though I was just a kid when we summered at Westport, I remember him fondly.
God Bless.
Ken Blass

Dear Bev and family, Both Robin & I, are sorry to hear about your loss. Mac, was a great person. He, will be missed by Us, all.He, is now up their along with all of his, family. Smiling down on You,with Love. With Love from Tina & Robin Clarke Westport, Ny

Bev and Family, Sorry for your loss. We are sure that Don will be missed by many. Sincerely Richard & Pam Schuler,Westport

Bev and Family, So sorry to hear of Don's passing. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. I'm in Fl. but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love Lillian

Our heartfelt sympathy to Bev and family. We know that Mac loved you all, and felt a great kinship with the town of Westport. He was a generous host who loved to sing, and set up a good party. We are grateful that he treated our son as one of his own.

Bev and family - we were so sorry to read of Dons passing. May time help heal your hearts and keep only good memories alive.

I have only happy memories of our family days at the Westport Marina on Lazy Bones. The McIntyres were wonderful host/hostess to summers of great adventures for the William/Joan Prescott Family.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

To The Entire McIntyre Family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of Mac. He was a wonderful man, devoted husband, and grandfather. I remember going to town meetings in Westport, and Mac had something to say all the time. I am truly gonna miss Mac, he was a great inspiration to me.

My deepest sympathies to Beverly and the entire family. Don was truly dedicated to his family and the community. I enjoyed the opportunity to work with Don as he became Supervisor for the Town of Westport in 1979.