Whitney Pier “Please Note – a new date for the funeral”
With heavy hearts we, the family, announce the passing of our dad, John ‘Jack’ MacKinnon, age 89, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Born on October 10, 1934, in New Victoria, Jack was the son of the late Joseph and Lily (Cunliffe) MacKinnon.
A strong man who survived being buried alive 43 years ago, Jack had a love for life, from boating and laughing with his very special friends, Tommy and Debbie on the Bras d’Or Lakes to singing along with his favorite Newfoundland music.
Jack is survived by his loving daughter and caregiver, Sharon (Jimmy) Bona; son, Danny (Loretta); grandson, JJ (Chyloe); granddaughter, Crystal; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Austin, and Jesse; sister, Melinda; brothers-in-law, Davie (Martha) Osborne, Jack (Val) Osborne, Martin ‘Boots’ Osborne, Tommy (Debbie) Osborne, and sister-in-law, Mary Lou Grant.
Besides his parents, Jack was predeceased by the love of his life, wife, Lynn; brothers, Danny, Phillip, Billy, Michael, Peter, and little Phillip; sisters, Mary, Sabina, Margaret, Evelyn, and Annie Mae; brothers-in-law, Johnny Grant, and Raymond ‘Jumbo’ Atkinson; sisters-in-law, Hannah ‘Ducky’ Osborne, Vivian Osborne, and grandson, John Daniel. Dad was also predeceased by his dog and loyal buddy, Sookie. You didn’t see one without the other.
Special thanks to all who helped with Dad’s care, especially Francis Wludyka, who started out as a home care worker and ended up as family.
Although our heart feel shattered, we know we can’t stay blue for your wish to be with Mom again has finally come true.
“Dad you will always be remembered and never be forgotten, Love you always”
As Dad would always say. “Good Night Irene, Good Night Irene, I’ll see you in my dreams”
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Jack MacKinnon will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Friday, September 13, 2024. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. with the memorial service to follow at 11:30 a.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
Donations in memory of Jack may be made to the SPCA.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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My heartfelt condolences to Sharon and Jimmy and family. May Jack RIP
So sorry to read of another loss in your family.
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Our deepest and heart felt condolences to all of the family at this difficult time.
Sincere Condolences, to family and friends.
My condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
I have known Jack since my Bro Jimmy started dating his daughter, Sharon! Jack was always smiling and in good cheer, he loved to enjoy his day poolside at home or out at the cottage on the weekends! He was a great man, I am so sorry for your loss, MAY HE REST IN PEACE!
We are so sorry for your loss. Condolences to all the families. May he rest in peace,
Our heart felt condolences to all the family.
May time ease the sorrow you feel and leave only loving memories. May Jack rest in peace with his love of his life Lynn.
Our sincere condolences to all the family and friends. May time ease the sorrow you feel and leave only loving memories. May Jack rest in pease with his lifelong love Lynn.
My deepest condolences to the family 🙏
Sharon, Danny and Family
Our deepest condolences
RIP.
We are very saddened to hear about the loss of your dad.
Our sincere condolences
Billy and Shirley Corbett
Condolences to your family, may Jack rest in peace, Hugs
Sincere Condolences to the family 💐
Melinda & MacKinnon Family, So very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May Jack rest in peace. Brian & Maria Lamey