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John MacLeod Obituary
of Acton, worked at Westford ski resort; 46
ACTON -- Mr. John Michael MacLeod, of Acton, MA, died Tuesday, February 8, 2011, at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was happily married to the love of his life, Mrs. Kelley (Shields) MacLeod with whom he would have celebrated their 1st wedding anniversary on April 10, 2011.
Born in Lowell, MA on March 31, 1964, the son of Richard J. and Joan M. (Santos) MacLeod both of Deerfield Beach, Florida. He was a graduate of Dracut High School with the class of 1982.
Mr. MacLeod enjoyed working at Nashoba Valley Ski Area in Westford, and loved his co-workers. He was an avid carpenter and outdoorsman who enjoyed whitewater rafting, camping, skiing, he was most happy spending quality time with family and friends.
Besides his devoted wife, Kelley, and parents he is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Kathleen and Patrick Byron of Lawrence, MA; his in-laws, Thomas Shields and his companion, Diane Davis of Westford, MA, Judith (Witts) Shields of Sebastian, FL; brother-in-law, Joseph and his wife, Jackie Shields of Chelmsford, MA; a sister-in-law, Doreen Shields of Pepperell, MA; several aunts and uncles including, Marion MacLeod of Lowell, MA, Elizabeth Nelligan of Chelmsford, MA, Thomas and Rae MacLeod of Lowell, MA, John and Connie MacLeod of Port St. Lucie, FL, Paul and Mary MacLeod of Vancouver, WA, Rose and Frederick Knox of Methuen, MA, Carol Stoney, Roberta and Cary McDermott, James and Ruthann Stoney, all of Lawrence, MA; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends.
He was the brother-in-law of the late James Shields of Pepperell, MA who died in February of 2010.
MacLEOD -- John Michael MacLeod, of Acton, MA, died February 8, 2011. A celebration of life will be held Saturday from 12 noon to 3 p.m. with a memorial service at 2 p.m. at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST., CHELMSFORD. Memorials may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01710, www.cancer.org ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John MacLeod
Colleen (Bowlan) Lyons
February 13, 2011
Mr and Mrs MacLeod and Kathy,
So sorry to hear about John. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Colleen (Bowlan) Lyons
February 12, 2011
Kelley,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts are with you. Love Fred & Pat Witts
February 12, 2011
Dear Kelly,
We were so saddened to hear about John. Our hearts go out to you. We will keep you in our prayers.
Judi Clermont and Peg (Nana) Leedberg
Judy Brown Campbell
February 11, 2011
I went to school with John and was so shocked to see this. My deepest condolences to his family. RIP
Deb Martin
February 11, 2011
Good Bye John, I will miss you, Love Deb!!!!!
Gloria Brunelle
February 11, 2011
My name is Gloria , I 've known john long time and have cut his hair for the past 20 years he is one of those people that are always in a good mood ,an put you in the same mood ,great guy, we will miss him here at the Fox Cut hair salon
Christinew West
February 11, 2011
Joan, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this time. My condolences, Christine (Lambert) West
Shari Bresnahan
February 11, 2011
Kelley, although never having the privilege and pleasure of meeting John, you made it clear what a fine man John was, how happy he made you and the depth of love you had for each other....In the future, may you find peace, comfort and strength in the memories of the love you shared together, I love you my friend
February 11, 2011
Our deepest condolences to all the family and friends.
Losing a loved one is so difficult, needing comfort that only God can truly give.
So because of this, I have placed you on our prayer chain. We might not know all of you,
But God does and he IS the God of all comfort. May you feel our prayers and His comfort.
Pastor Dick
Lowell Assembly of God Church
IN BROTHERHOOD
February 10, 2011
Emile Desrochers
February 10, 2011
To John's family, my deepest sympathy. Rest in peace my old friend.
Tere Mitsch (Eyles)
February 10, 2011
I knew John and am an old friend of his sister Kate's. Although I have not seen either of them in years, I will always remember John as one of the sweetest and most thoughtful men I ever knew. His smile could light up a room and was very contagious. My deepest sympathy to his entire family.
Barry Phillips
February 10, 2011
"I first met John in sixth grade. From then throughout high school John and I shared some good times and memories through sports and other activities. From middle school through high school and beyond, I was proud to say John Macleod was a friend of mine. I wished I could have talked to him recently to let him know what a sweet guy he was and what he meant to me. To Mr. and Mrs. Macleod and Johns wife Kelly, my deepest sympathy's to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss."
Mickey O'Neill
February 10, 2011
Kelley, we are so sorry for your loss. In time, the pain will fade, but the memories will last a lifetime. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love, Mickey and Michael Crocker xoxo
Brian Paquette
February 10, 2011
I went to school with John and became good friends with him. I am so sorry to see him go at such a young age. He will be missed. To his family ,my deepest sympathy.
February 10, 2011
Goodbye, Foxhole. You have slipped the surly bonds of Earth to touch the face of God.
Cheryl Melanson
February 10, 2011
My thoughts, prayers and strength to Kelley and her family. This too shall pass!
February 10, 2011
John has been a part of our family for too short a time, however, we love him as if he has always been there. We are grateful for the happiness he brought into Kelleys life. We cherish his time with us and will miss him always.
With Love, Dad & Diane.
Brian Brandt
February 10, 2011
He was too good of a man for this to happen so early. You could always count on a smile from him even on a bad day. It was a honor to know him!
David O'Keefe
February 10, 2011
Kelley, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
David & Lisa O'Keefe
February 10, 2011
Kelley, deepest sympathy to you and Johns family, may the memories you two made will comfort you & carry you lv Marea, Jimmy & Jackie Joncas
February 10, 2011
Our deepest condolences to all the family and friends.
Losing a loved one is so difficult, needing comfort that only God can truly give.
So because of this, I have placed you on our prayer chain. We might not know all of you,
But God does and he IS the God of all comfort. May you feel our prayers and His comfort.
Pastor Dick
Lowell Assembly of God Church
Nancy Campbell
February 10, 2011
So sorry for you loss, I went to high school with John and he was a great person, lots of fun. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Beefy, Michelle, and Rylee Landers
February 10, 2011
Dear Tommy and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pudgy & Johnny Slattery
February 10, 2011
Dear Joannie and Richie:
Johnny and I were so saddened to hear about the loss of your son John.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tere Casey
February 10, 2011
Kelley, I really believe that if John had something to say to you today it would be this quote. "If ever there is tomorrow when we are not together.. there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we are apart.. I will always be with you.". I hope the memories that you have of John will soon take the tears from your eyes and make you smile again. love, Tere
Diane Leedberg Laferriere
February 10, 2011
Kelley, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mickey O'Neill
February 10, 2011
Kelley, I am so sorry. As time passes, the grief and pain will lessen, but the memories will remain. May the love of your life rest in peace.
Love and prayers to you and John's family.
Mickey and Mike Crocker xoxo
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