Condolence From: Caryn and Steve Scott
Condolence: Our condolences to the whole family on the passing of John. I'm sorry we could not attend and express our sympathies to you in person. We send our love. Caryn and Steve Scott, Stratford.
Monday February 23, 2015
Condolence From: Stuart and Carol Mills
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy to you Colleen and family. We cherish our times together in Muskoka and Lake of Bays and especially my "truck'n days" with John exploring the Muskoka countryside.
Saturday February 21, 2015
Condolence From: EMIE Neilsom
Condolence: So sorry Coleen. We always enjoyed our visits when we went to Huntsville.Thank goodness you have a wonderful family to support you..Hope we will meet again.
Friday February 20, 2015
Condolence From: George Barker
Condolence: Very sorry to learn of John's passing. He was a fine man and will be fondly remembered.
Friday February 20, 2015
Condolence From: John Willoughby
Condolence: It is with great sadness I learned of John's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Coleen, Joan, Tim and Satch and their families at this very difficult time. I will always remember John as the true gentleman he was. R.I.P. my friend.
Friday February 20, 2015
Condolence From: John Shamess
Condolence: My condolences to the MacDonald family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Friday February 20, 2015
Condolence From: Clare Snow
Condolence: I'm sorry to hear of John's passing. A true gentleman and will be missed by many.
My thoughts and prayers to Colleen and the family at this difficult time.
Friday February 20, 2015
Condolence From: Nancy Hotson
Condolence: I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. A true gentleman in every sense of the word. A kind gentle man with a vision. May you his family hold onto all the precious memories and draw strength from each other in the days to come. John will be remembered and missed by many. May his legacy continue on through his devoted family.
Thursday February 19, 2015
Condolence From: Kyle Bain and Heidi Peever Bain and family
Condolence: It was always a pleasure seeing Mr. MacDonald at the Christmas party each year. He was such an engaging man with lots of character and a twinkle in his eye. It is not lost on us that his influence as a family, community and businessman was profound.
Most importantly we acknowledge the loss as your husband, father, grandfather...
Please know we are sharing your grief and will help celebrate his life.
Thursday February 19, 2015
Condolence From: Ray & Marg Cowan
Condolence: John MacDonald was truly a fine and decent man.
He will be sorely missed by his loving wife, Colleen, their children, and grandchildren.
He was a highly respected leader in the business community.
Our sincere thoughts are with the MacDonald family at this time.
Thursday February 19, 2015
Condolence From: Ruth Hatch
Condolence: Tim, I was so sorry to hear about your dad's death in The Globe and Mail. Although I never met him, the lovely notice really painted a great pciture of who he was. I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. After my parents died, I took great solace in allo the great stories people told me, as well as remembering all the fond memories I have. To this day I continue to hear their voices in my head.
Take good care.
Love
Ruth
Thursday February 19, 2015
Condolence From: Lloyd and Marion Knoblauch
Condolence: We wish to extend our Sincere Sympathy to you Colleen and all of your family. May all of your wonderful and happy memories of John give you comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Thursday February 19, 2015
Condolence From: Frank, Sharron, Pete, Michelle & Staff "Your Jimmo's Family"
Condolence: Our heartfelt & sincerest condolences to you Colleen & your family on the passing of your loving & cherished Husband, Father & Papa. Life will not be the same without him & his smiling face. Always remember the good times all of you shared with him & these memories will live in your hearts forever. Love will get you through just about anything & you are truly blessed to have that kind of love with the support of family & friends. We send our prayers & love to all of you. We will always be here for you whenever you need us, Your Jimmo's Family, Frank, Sharron, Pete, Michelle & Staff
Thursday February 19, 2015
Condolence From: William & Linda Smith
Condolence: Colleen, Tim, Satch, Joan and Family:
We were so sorry to hear of John's passing. On behalf of the entire Smith and Electrozad Families, please accept our deepest condolences and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
John was a true Gentleman, an Industry Leader and a Mentor to many of us. He will be missed by all.
Bill, Linda, Ada Smith & Families and
All your Friends at Electrozad.
Wednesday February 18, 2015
Condolence From: Miriam, Carolyn & Susan Carter
Condolence: To Colleen and all of the family: We are thinking of you all and are very sorry for your loss. We hope your many happy memories help you through this sad and difficult time. John will long be remembered through all of his numerous contributions to the community.
Wednesday February 18, 2015
Condolence From: Ideal Supply Br # 30
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy in the passing of John. He will be deeply missed!
Sincerely,
Richard Lewis, Kathy Shier, Alex Sawyers, Shane Pavelin, Jo-Ann Matheson, Wayne Teeter, Nadine VanAlstine
Staff from Shelburne Branch
Wednesday February 18, 2015
Condolence From: Debbie (Edgar) Miller
Condolence: Being an "ideal" kid I seen first hand how one man could inspire and motivate his staff. My Dad respected JH beyond words. I find myself often thinking of the hand written notes of encouragement and congratulations that I read many times over the years; and now write these hand written notes to my own staff. The motivation continues.
My sincere sympathy to the whole MacDonald family and the Ideal family -
Wednesday February 18, 2015
Condolence From: Susan McLaren-Glass
Condolence: Colleen and family on behalf of the McLaren "Kids" Our deepest sympathies on the passing of John, he was a pillar in the community and will be sadly missed.
Wednesday February 18, 2015
Condolence From: Mary and Sid Guy
Condolence: Many years ago I worked for Joan at Avon Lighting I met John on a few occasions and he was a classic gentleman and always made you feel valued our deepest sympathy for your great loss
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Mary Turner
Condolence: A true gentleman. It was a pleasure to know him. He will be greatly missed.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Mike Gentile and Philips Lighting
Condolence: On behalf of everyone at Philips Lighting I would like to offer our sincere condolences to the entire MacDonald family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Sylvia Bettridge
Condolence: Our most sincere condolences to you Colleen, your children, grandchildren and all those near and dear to John. We will miss our little chats on the backlawn whenever our schedules allowed us to meet up. Our thoughts are with you.
Brian, Sylvia and Family
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Sheldon Butts & Hammond Mfg
Condolence: On behalf of the employees of Hammond Manufacturing, I'd like to offer our sincere condolences to Tim, Joan, John and the entire MacDonald family. John was an inspiring industry leader and proud supporter of Canadian businesses, but more than that, a truly genuine and decent person.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: doug & karen courtney
Condolence: John and Norma, Our deepest sympathy as we hear of the passing of your Father John Sr.We are thinking of your Mom and the rest of the family. May he rest in peace. God Bless. Doug & Karen Courtney, Grand Bend, Ontario.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Roger and Marianna Ferguson
Condolence: Colleen, Satch, Norma (John & Greg), Joan, Paul, Tim, Alexandra & Family
We were deeply saddened to hear about the recent loss of your husband, dad and grandfather. We extend our heartfelt expression of sympathy at this very sad and mournful time. The best way to mark his passing is by filling your mind with all of the wonderful memories you all have of happier times. Your father lived a long and rewarding life and accomplished so much in his lifetime. He will long be remembered as the hardworking, intelligent and loving man that he was. Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. May you find comfort in the outpouring of sympathy from all of us who share your loss.
In Deepest Sympathy
Roger and Marianna
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Bernie & Rickie Backman
Condolence: To the entire MacDonald family we are saddened to hear the news of John's passing. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Rickie & Bernie
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: EFC - Jim Taggart
Condolence: On behalf of Electro-Federation Canada, we send our condolences to the MacDonald family.
We lost a great industry leader, that will truly be missed!
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Derek Chinn & Family
Condolence: We cannot even begin to understand what you’re going through right now, but we would like to offer our prayers and condolences to you and your family.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: John Murrie
Condolence: My deepest sympathy to all family members. These are sad times. Somewhere in the future I hope the fond memories shine through.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Greg and Terri Martin
Condolence: Hi Tim and Alex, so sorry to hear of your loss. We wish we could be there for the visitation.
Please accept our condolences.
Greg and Terri
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Gerry and Susan Bell
Condolence: Sending our condolences to the MacDonald family. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Tuesday February 17, 2015
Condolence From: Alex And Sheila Logue
Condolence: Colleen , Tim, Joan and John Our sincere condolences for your loss. John was such a gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.
Monday February 16, 2015
Condolence From: Ken & Becky Jolly & Family
Condolence: Mrs MacDonald, Tim, Joan and John (Sach)
Our condolences and deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of John a great Husband and Father.
Sorry we can't be there to offer our condolences in person, but our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. We shared a lot of great memories in the MacDonald household, memories which are not forgotten. What a wonderful family. God Bless.
Monday February 16, 2015
Condolence From: Connie & Clare Newell
Condolence: So sorry to hear of John's passing. We have many fond memories of John as a neighbour on Jackson Crescent. John always had a wave or stopped for a conversation when out for a walk.
John's outgoing personality lives in his children and grandkids...what an outstanding family.
He will be truly missed in the community.
Our condolences to Colleen & Family.
Monday February 16, 2015
Condolence From: Dennis Farrish
Condolence: John was a great guy, so sorry to hear of his passing. I have not seen John for about 25 years, but I do remember the first time I met him. I was a young man with many problems, and no future. John gave me my first job with Ideal Supply and it changed my life. Though I was only at Ideal for 10 years it gave me the tools to open my own auto parts place in Manitoba. Thank you John for believing in me. R.I.P.
Monday February 16, 2015
Condolence From: TarBush Family
Condolence: John was one of the greats - a key player in his community, his industry, his Church, and among his family and friends. I have seen him in action in a few of those groups, and can never remember anyone who had anything but good things upon which to comment when it came to him. Such a void will be left - God speed!
Monday February 16, 2015
Condolence From: Brenda Fizell
Condolence: Colleen and Family my deepest sympathy in the passing of John, your wonderful memories will help you though these tough days.
Sunday February 15, 2015
Condolence From: Betty and Marv Fretz
Condolence: Please accept our sincere condolences. What a pillar of your family and of the community. May many happy memories sustain you.
Sunday February 15, 2015
Condolence From: Edna Machan
Condolence: During our journey in life we meet many people. Some you remember and take a piece of them with you forever Mr MacDonald was one of those people. My sincere sympathy everyone.
Edna Machan
Sunday February 15, 2015