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Mark MacDonald Obituary
(Student – Carleton University)
Tragically, as the result of a motor vehicle accident in Ottawa on Wednesday morning, January 23rd, 2008. Mark Jeffrey MacDonald of Arnprior at the age of 20 years. Beloved son of Hugh MacDonald and Hazel MacDonald (nee Findlay). Cherished “little brother” of Andrew (and his wife Robyn) of Burlington and Simon of Toronto. Mark is survived and will be remembered by his many aunts, uncles, cousins, schoolmates and friends both in Canada and in the United Kingdom. Friends may join us for visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home & Chapel, 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. only. A Funeral Service in celebration of Mark’s life will be conducted in Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church, 116 Baskin Drive, Arnprior on Monday morning, January 28th at 11 o’clock. Pastor Dan Chick of The River of Life Church officiating. Interment will follow at the Malloch Road Cemetery in Arnprior. In memory of Mark, a donation made to the River of Life “Third World Development Fund” or one’s favorite charity would be appreciated by his family.
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T Mason
June 15, 2025
To Mark´s entire family and extended community.
Mark is still thought of, and still missed.
God bless you all.
Mark
November 1, 2018
We will never forget you
Dave W
August 14, 2011
Its amazing the impact he had on everyone's lives. We were friends at Walter zadow together before having a child's... falling out as it were. But even still when I first read about it my heart sank. Even to this day I think to myself... what a life to take away...
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Jon
May 31, 2010
I have the same message to Mark's family as Eddie. I swam for Guelph and was new to the sport when I met Mark at a meet in Nepean. He had an amazing personality, always a smile and a word of encouragement. I was shocked to hear of his passing only recently and although I only knew him for a short few years he really had a positive impact on my life. Never forgotten.
January 28, 2009
it's been a long time since ive even talked to him but i remember him being very funny and always bringing a laugh. He will be missed.
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Eddie Toro
September 23, 2008
To Mark's family,
Mark was a remarkable guy. I spent some time with him during swim meets on my first 3 years in Canada, and there was no one, not even in my own swim team that made me feel so welcome as he did. He made me feel calm when on my first swim meet in Canada, he explained to me how things worked. I barely spoke english!! so i know it must have been hard for and somewhat annoying for him, but he was patient, warm and he helped me through it. I ll never forget him, he motivated me to open up to the rest, to meet new friends. He showed me that there are some people that care. That day he acted from his heart. He never doubted, it was a instinct, he never judged me, he simply helped me. I know u r proud of him and i assure u that he is in a better place.
Eddie Toro
RIP man!
Mark at the Horse Races
September 23, 2008
Marky
September 23, 2008
Mark surrounded by light
September 23, 2008
Mark at training camp
September 23, 2008
Ben and Mark
September 23, 2008
Mark, Andrew, Simon
September 23, 2008
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Miss You Love
June 20, 2008
benjamin gardiner gardiner
March 20, 2008
hey mark,
i love you and miss you so very much u had so many people who cared for you. i want you to be back right now
love ben
February 15, 2008
Mark was an amazing guy, he will always be remembered with a smile.
Logan Fuller
February 10, 2008
My thoughts are with the MacDonald family and friends.
jonathan maybury
February 8, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jonathan Maybury and family
Kim Ricketts
February 8, 2008
My heart goes out the family of Mark MacDonald.I feel your pain and sympathy.I lost a loved one.I am deeply sorry for your lose and god bless you.I don't know mark,but i heard about the new's.
Nancy Strong
February 6, 2008
I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to your family. I did not
know your son, but I do know one of his
best friends, Ben Gardiner. I work with
Ben's mother and the shock of what has
happened has overwhelmed me. As a
mother myself, the pain must be unbearable. I lost a nephew when he
was 19 from a car accident too and at that time I kept asking God why, why someone so young...and here we are again. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg Rooney
February 5, 2008
Simon and family
I am so sorry for your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shawn Sinclair
February 5, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the family , I know the pain in which you suffer. My heart goes with you on this journey of recovery, I know it will be a long one. Losing a child is not an easy thing to go through. Talk as much as you can , it will ease the pain in due time.
Jose Poole
February 5, 2008
My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Mark MacDonald. How sad to hear of this tradegy.
Jose Poole
Rose-Mary Gillen
February 4, 2008
Hazel:
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Rose-Mary Gillen (formely from Elizabeth A. Clarke & Associates in Kanata)
PEGGY ARMSTRONG
February 4, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF MARK:
JUST WANTED TO SEND A NOTE OF SYMPATHY, AS I TOO LOST A NEICE AT 17 YEARS OLD. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU DURING THIS TERRIBLE TIME OF SADNESS.
Luke & Charlotte
February 3, 2008
Mark,
You where an awesome guy and will be missed very much.
Love,
ANDY CRITCH
February 3, 2008
I worked shoulder to shoulder with Mark this past summer at the Royal Ottawa Hospital project..He worked for Site prep. and it was the first time i met him.....When i shook his hand and saw his big smile..i knew immediately this guy was special!...As we talked...his great sense of humour came out loud and strong..and he made me laugh!!...We talked about girls and sports..and almost forgot we were at work!...But thats the kind of effect he had on me...I just met him and i felt like we were friends for years!!....It was a pleasure to go to work with Mark...His positive attitude and HARD work made him a guy you wanted to be around!...He was left in charge of a very large site,and posessed the skills of a leader!...Mark was always on site early ..and the last to leave..We all thought he was an excepitonal young man...EVERYBODY liked him and he will be missed very much...I was shocked when i heard the terrible news..I still cant believe it.....But i was lucky enough to have met him,and saw what a special person he really was....
Jeannie Artelle
February 2, 2008
I did not know Mark, but I have children and I can only imagine your pain. I will hold you in my prayers.
<3
Monica Neacsu
February 2, 2008
Mark - You are the most inspirational person I have ever met that has forever changed my life. You truly are one of a kind and unique, from the day you walked into my life until the day you walked out you showed me the world. You are forever in my heart and I take you with me everywhere I go.
I wait for the day we meet again
I love you
Hazel, Sinmon, Andrew, Hugh - You had the best son and brother anyone could ever ask for; nothing more and nothing less. He is smiling down upon us and he will forever be in our hearts.
Christine Kay
February 1, 2008
I first met Mark at my aunt and uncles marina in Arnprior. We spent the day on ski-doos and just enjoying the day on the river. Mark, our prayers are with you and your family at this time of need. Rest in Peace.
Courtney Hirsh
January 31, 2008
I swam for NKB for 5 years and although I didn't know Mark personally I know he was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with your family throughout these tough times. R.I.P Mark MacDonald
Cecil & Linda Gowan
January 31, 2008
Our sympathies go out to you. We did not know your son, but it is a sad event to happen to someone so young.
Karen Soper
January 31, 2008
Andy and family,
Wishing you strength getting through this difficult time.
Auntie Chrissie McNicoll
January 30, 2008
My love, thoughts and prayers are continually with you all. I have happy memories of Mark always smiling and laughing.
Matthew Benbow
January 30, 2008
I had so much fun with you at New Year, loved playing football with you, I am going to miss you.
Maritia Gully
January 30, 2008
Andrew and Simon,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother and best friend. I didn't have the joy of knowing Mark but I have had the pleasure of reading about what a wonderful person he was and how he was loved very much. Words cannot express the sadness that I feel for you and your family right now. You are in my thoughts.
January 29, 2008
Andrew
We wish to express our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
The Gaikis Family (Bentley, Lija, Inta and Caroline)
Mark Pelkey
January 29, 2008
I can't find the right words to express my sympathy for the family and friends of Mark in a time like this. I am praying for Mark's family and friends. The peace that we can try and focus on, is that Mark was a Christian and he went to be with our Lord and Savior.
Sam Adams
January 29, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace Mark
Janice Howard
January 29, 2008
To Andrew, Hazel and family,
We were shocked and very saddened to hear about Mark. Our deepest sympathies go out to you. Andrew, it's been quite a few years since we've seen you but we have fond memories of the old youth group days! Our prayers are with you,
Janice Farhood (Howard) and Mary Hobbs (Howard)
Cindy Dalcourt
January 29, 2008
My thoughts are with everyone who has been effected by the loss.
Robyn Palmer
January 29, 2008
Andrew, Simon and MacDonald family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts at this time.
Maria Vlahos
January 29, 2008
To Andrew
My heart goes out to you and your entire family. I cannot imagine the grief that your family is going through. Keep your brother's memory in your hearts forever!
Eddie Parenti
January 29, 2008
Dear MacDonald Family,
My most heartfelt condolences are extended to all of you in this very difficult time in your lives.
Sincerely,
Marci Groper
January 28, 2008
Dear Hazel, Andrew & Simon
I new Mark and Simon since their days at NKB. As a coach I had the priviledge of seeing Mark compete in what he loved to do and how he inspired others to do their best. His compassion for others and his deep love for life was infectious to all those who swam with him. But what I will remember him the most for was the impact he had on my children, especially my son, when he came with Emily Gillespie to "babysit". Adam looked up to him as a role model. Mark made Adam feel special, like a buddy and he always had time for him. Adam has great memories of their pillow fights together!! It's because of Mark that Adam swims today. In my son's words when I told him of Mark's passing..."Mom, he was so cool!! He was my favourite babysitter ever". Thank you Mark, from the bottom of my heart for the impact you had on my children and my young swimmers throughout the years. You will forever be in our hearts!!
Marci, Mark, Emily and Adam Groper (Ottawa)
Mike Mcwha
January 28, 2008
Andrew and Simon, I am truly sorry for your loss.
Olivia Hewitt
January 28, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Karen Gurling
January 28, 2008
Dear Hugh, Hazel, Simon and Andrew,
Just to say how very saddened we were to hear of Mark. Not having known him ourselves, it hasn't taken long to have heard and read about what a wonderful guy he was..and how his life has touched so many others in such a positve and bright way. We have heard from my relatives in Perth (Scotland), of the very special time they had with him and his brother over New Year, and again heard of what an extremely likeable and "genuinely interested in other people" person he was. So desparately sorry for your tragic loss, and will be thinking of you at this time and in the months ahead.
Karen, Paul and Jamie Gurling
David & Edith Grainger
January 28, 2008
We are so sad to hear of this tragic loss. We are remembering you all, relatives and friends, in our prayers for strength through this time of grief. With our love.
Susan & Kevan Cowan
January 28, 2008
Andrew - we are so sorry to hear of your family's tragedy. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. You are in our thoughts!!
Doug Hamelin & family
January 28, 2008
Hugh And Family:
Our condolences and prayers go out to you in this time of need.
Mark was a great guy, easy going and it was pleasure to have known and worked with him.
The Saunders Family
January 28, 2008
Andrew
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Donna Pereira
January 28, 2008
To Mark's Family & Friends,
I am a staff member at Carleton University and I wanted to extend my heartfelt sympathies to all of you. Mark sounds like he was a very special person who was loved by many. May your cherished memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn, Martin, Helen and Vivian Osborne-Pitchik
January 28, 2008
Dear Andrew,
We were shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of your young brother. The unexpected loss of one so young is tragic and impossibly difficult to understand. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Frank Hendriksen
January 28, 2008
Hugh, Hazel, Andrew and Simon,
I just returned from attending Mark's funeral. It really was a wonderful service. I wasn't sure that I could make it but am glad I went. Mark was a kid with a great sense of humour who often left Hugh stranded at the office while he was off somewhere with the car. Realizing that he was one of the victims of this horrendous accident came as such a shock. My sincerest condolances.
Matt Hyne
January 28, 2008
Simon, Andrew and Macdonald family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.
Silvana Bouterakos
January 28, 2008
Cant imagine the sorrow so young god be with them forever
April Simmons
January 28, 2008
Hearing this news saddened our whole family -- We remember Mark as a bubbly 10 year old and up swimmer during swim meets in Arnprior and other competitions.
Art, April, Krystal, Eddie and Lori-Anne Simmons -former members of CPAC and the Carleton Place Water Dragons Swim Teams
Judi Irwin
January 28, 2008
My sympathy to Hazel, Hugh, Andrew, Robin and Simon and the many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins of a beloved young man. He will be missed by many.
Eileen Higgins
January 28, 2008
Andrew,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and our prayers.
The Higgins Family
Greg Stump
January 28, 2008
Andrew, Simon, and Family. My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I'll be thinking of you during this very sad time.
brenda lapierre
January 28, 2008
god bless the family he will sadly be missed
Marsha & Tracy Deyell
January 27, 2008
Hazel, Simon, and Andrew
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this unimaginably difficult time. Tracy swam with Mark at NKB for many years and we always enjoyed his happy outlook and "love of life". He will be remembered by all who knew him for his friendship and many strengths. May your memories help each of you get through these days and give you comfort as time goes by.
Denise Delle Palme
January 27, 2008
I would like to send my condolences to the family of Mark MacDonald. I attend Carleton University, and we all mourn with you. I want you to know that you are in our prayers.
Kelly Dellaire(Bonnie Jane's)
January 27, 2008
Dear Hazel;
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Norma Grootveld
January 27, 2008
Dear Andrew,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
James Higgins
January 27, 2008
Andrew,
I'm very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sarah Jean Clarke
January 27, 2008
I knew 'Marky' as a little kid and he was his mom's baby boy. He was obsessed with memorizing every hockey player/stat and was such a smart little kid. I'll always remember him as a little sporty sweetheart. My heart goes out to all who love him and the MacDonald family. XoXoXo
Francine, Bob & Jeremie Holdom
January 27, 2008
Dear Andrew:
We express our heartfelt condolences for the tragic loss of your brother Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
granville family
January 27, 2008
Our deepest sympathy for your lost.
Bronwyn Colford
January 27, 2008
Andrew,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless,
Bronwyn Colford and her parents.
Jen Artichuk
January 27, 2008
All my prayers are with the MacDonald family during this tough time. Mark was a great guy who always brought a smile to my face while swimming with NKB. Probably some of my best memories were our many trips to wonderland after provincials in the summer. Mark you could always make me laugh and I will never forget you. xoxox
Hanh Duong, Tai Tran & William Tran S1
January 27, 2008
Dear Andrew,
We are very sorry about your brother's tragic death.
We hope the family will all feel better before too long, send you our condolences.
Springmasters Ottawa
January 27, 2008
Mark worked with us last Spring. He had a great attitude - work ethic - and kindness about him.
I wish his family and friends well at this tough time, and as they try to move forward without Mark.
Norman & Pauline Findlay
January 27, 2008
To Hazel and Family our thoughts are with you always we cannot imagine what it is like to lose a child may God be with you all at this very sad time
Diane Austin
January 27, 2008
Dear MacDonald Family,
I pray for all of you during this very difficult time. Your son is a precious angel. God Bless you and take care of yourselves.
As a loving mother of a Carleton University student, you are in our thoughts each day. Love to all of you, and Mark's dear friends.
Mrs. Diane Austin
North Bay, Ontario
January 27, 2008
My condolences, Andrew. My prayers are with you.
Barb
January 26, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Katie Perfitt
January 26, 2008
Sending all my strength to Hazel, Simon, Andrew, Louise, and the rest of his family and friends.
We miss you buddy, and we take comfort in knowing that you are waiting for us on the other side.
Jurgen & Lana Burchert
January 26, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our daughter Amanda swam with Mark at NKB and she always spoke so highly of him. He will always be remembered for his contagiuos laughter and as a good friend.
Rachelle Aldrich
January 26, 2008
The MacDonald Family:
As a former member of NKB, I swam with Mark for as long as I can remember. I have many fond memories of him from those days, both in the pool and out. Even after we graduated and life took us in our separate ways, whenever I ran into Mark I was always greeted with a big hug and a huge smile. His contagious laugh and smiling face remain fresh in my memory. He was loved by everyone lucky enough to know him. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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