Catalone
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our dear father, husband and grampy, Jackie, at the age of 82. He passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at the Glace Bay Hospital following a battle with dementia.
Born in Little Lorraine, Jackie was the son of the late Daniel and Sadie MacDonald. He resided on Catalone Road most of his life.
Jackie was known as a jack of all trades. He was a fisherman, carpenter, and a bartender among other things. He was a proud and dedicated member of The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 62, Louisbourg and the Carpenters Union. Jackie was strong-willed, sharp tongued, hardworking and always had a drink in hand. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing with his friends/brothers and driving around the loop with Collie.
Jackie is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patsy (Ferguson) MacDonald; four daughters, Evelyn Anne (Donnie), Charlene (Allen), Jacqueline (Mickey) and Trish (George); five granddaughters, Sgt. Jillian (Beth), Kaitlyn (Anthony), Haley (Tyler), Kyla (Kyle) and Annika; four great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter; siblings, Laughlin (Irene), Bert (Clarisse), Kenny, Rita, Mary, and Debbie (Lawrence); sisters-in-law, Mary and Ellie; brother-in-law, Danny MacMillian; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Jackie was predeceased by brothers, Clifford, and Walter, sister, Margie and brothers-in-law, Dennis and Fabian.
Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at 11 a.m. in Stella Maris Parish, Main Street, Louisbourg with Fr. Ikechukwu Alphonsus Iwuji officiating. Refreshments to follow in the church basement. Interment will be in Stella Maris Cemetery, Louisbourg.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dad’s memory to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.
The family sends their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the staff of 4 North at Glace Bay Hospital as well as the Osprey Angel’s Home Care team for their care of Jackie in his time of need.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
So the last thing we will say… “forever and always… We Love You Dad”
Online Condolences
Sorry for your loss. My prayers are for Jackie and his family to help you all get through this sad time.
From: Scott Ferguson
So so sorry to hear about Jackie’s passing. Thoughts and prayers going to you all.
Brenda and ambrose Campbell
So sorry to hear of your Father’s passing, Evelyn. Condolences to you and your Family
Oh god so sorry to hear this Jackie and I were very good friend my heart breaks for his beautiful family who will surely miss him rip
So sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing thinking of you all and sending prayers!!
We are so sorry to hearof Jackie’s passing. He was a special man who always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. Sending hugs to Patsy and his family.
Sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing …..Sending condolences to the family
My heartfelt condolences to his wife, Patsy, and all family members. May he rest in peace.
Our condolences to Patsy, her family and friends.
Maureen & Walter Butts
Condolences to all the family. It was a pleasure knowing Jackie. We considered you guys all family and our thoughts and love is with you all at this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to you and your Family..May your Dad rest in peace and God Bless..
So sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing. Condolence to all the family. Sending prayers
Our deepest sympathy to you all of you in the time of sorrow. Your dad will be deeply missed. Love Ruth Ann and Kim Madden.
Condolences to the family!!! So sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear about Jackie’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Thoughts and prayers with you all during this difficult time.
Sympathy to the Family John Mac Donald Thinking of you At this sad time.
So sorry to hear of Jackies passing. May he rest easy. Sending strength and hugs to you all.
So sorry to hear this we so enjoyed meeting Jackie and Pat when we had a bungalow in Catalone please accept our condolences 💐 prayers and thoughts for Pat andfamily.
It’s been a wonderful year with you Jackie. I was always happy to be beside you during your struggling phase. Condolences to the family members. May he rest in peace. Miss you Jackie.
So sad to hear the news. Rest in peace Jacky.
(I believe it was Marizone home care that were taking care of him 24/7, great job)
So sorry for the family’s loss. Jackie was such a sweet gentle soul.
So so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers going out to you all.
Sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing. Condolences to Patsy, his children, grandchildren and siblings. May he rest in peace.
Kevin & Debi Kennedy
Our heartfelt condolences to Patsy and the family.
Fay and Hughie MacLeod
Patsy , her girls and Jackie’s sibling ,Barry and I would like to give our sincerest condolences on your great Loss , we hope that he is with the Lord now and Rests In Eternal Peace
♥️ What a sweet man he must’ve been – Charlene, we are so sorry to learn of your dad’s passing. Our hearts are with you and your sisters, your mom (married 61 years! – incredible!) and all of your other family members. I hope he resting well now and continues to watch over you all. ♥️
Sorry to hear of your dad’s passing Evelyn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are so sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing. Sending our prayers and condolences to Patsy and family.
Hugs from our PEI family to yours! Stories from our daughter-in-law Jill Boutilier about her grandfather made him someone “bigger than life!”Keep all those memories in your hearts forever . Xo Randy &Cathy Gallant souris PEI (Beths parents)
My heartfelt condolences’ to Patsy and all Jackie’s family
To trish and family so sorry for your loss our prayers are with you mark and rita ongo.
To trish and family so sorry for your loss our prayers are with you mark and rita ongo.
I’m so sorry to hear of Jackie’s passing. My Condolences to all the family. Our family lived next door to a great man. Sending prayers to you all
Patsy I’m heartbroken for you and your girls
Condolences to you Patsy and your family
Please accept our most sincere condolences to all family and friends of Jackie.
Dear Patsy & family. So sorry to read about the passing of your loving husband Jackie , and to all his children. Hugs & Prays to all
Condolences to you Patsy and family. Caring for Jackie at 4N, he felt like family to me. He will forever be missed. Until we meet again Jackie. 💙
Dear Patsy and family,
I would like to pass along my deepest condolences to all of you.
Since moving away from Havenside many years ago now, I found that I only saw friends from Louisbourg and surrounding area very infrequently. Jackie was one of those friends. But, if it did happen, he was always happy to have a catch up conversation.
Back in the days when I lived in Louisbourg and visited the Legion on a fairly regular basis, if I saw Jackie with a drink in his hand I most likely had one in my hand as well! Cheers to you Jackie. I’ll have one for you next time I bend my elbow. May you rest in peace.