Colin W. MacDonald

WORCESTER —Colin W. MacDonald, 76, died peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Saint Vincent Hospital, Worcester. He was born in Milford, the beloved son of the late Ronald and Alyce (Marchand) MacDonald.

Colin graduated from Doherty High School and attended Worcester Junior College. He went on to work at Worcester County National Bank, Shawmut Bank, and Fleet Bank, supporting Computer Output Microfiche Operations. He later worked for NEC, where he supported the Massachusetts State Police Automated Fingerprint Identification System. He achieved CompTIA A+ certification and more recently owned his own computer repair business, serving many clients in the Wachusett region. Colin married Evelyn D. Murphy in 1977 and settled in Rutland. He served the First Congregational Church of Rutland as treasurer and there leaves many dear friends. Colin loves his Lord Jesus with all his heart and daily studied scripture, reading the entire Bible many times over. He was an avid motorcyclist and hiked Mount Wachusett almost daily for as long as he was able. He was happy to fix anything computer or mechanical. He loved all animals and enjoyed the companionship of many dogs, cats, and birds during his lifetime. He was a skilled aquarist.

Colin will be lovingly missed and remembered by Evelyn, his wife of 48 years; his son, Sean T. MacDonald of Northbridge; his sister, Fay MacDonald of Worcester; his treasured granddaughter, Lila MacDonald; his brother-in-law, Terrence Murphy, and wife Nancy of Charleton; and his niece, Heather Berube, her husband John of Newmarket, NH, and several grand-nieces and nephews. Colin was predeceased by his brother, Ian MacDonald; his sister-in-law, Carole; brothers-in-law, Dennis J. Murphy and Lawrence D Murphy; and niece, Erin Murphy.

A Memorial Service honoring and celebrating Colin's life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 24th, at the First Congregational Church of Rutland, 264 Main Street, Rutland, MA. Interment will be held at a later date at Rural Cemetery, Rutland.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rutland Food Pantry, 258 Main Street, Rutland, MA.

Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden, is assisting the family with arrangements.