John R. McDonald

November 11, 2014

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Following a brief illness at Victoria Hospital on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 with his family at his side, Mr. John R. “Jack” McDonald, of London, passed peacefully in his 70th year. Beloved husband of 50 years to Helen. Loving father of Elaine (the late Glenn) Schneider of Milton and Karen (Dale) Nethercott of Dorchester. Dear brother of Edwin McDonald of Northern Ireland and the late Elaine McDonald. Loving Papa to Laura Anne, Andrew and Emily and to Brandon, Jeff, Melissa and Allen.  Jack was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland and immigrated to Canada.  Jack was owner and operator of Superior Floor and Wall in London for over 30 years. He will be sadly missed also by his many friends and by his golf mates at RiverBend. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the funeral service will be conducted on Monday, November 17, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow with a private interment at a later date. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Jack are asked to consider the Critical Care Trauma Centre (c/o London Health Sciences Foundation). Jack’s family wish to express sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at Victoria Hospital and in particular the CCTC staff.

 

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~ Robert Baldwin PS

Helen, I was very sad and surprised to learn about the loss of your husband. While I didn't know Jack, I loved to hear the stories about him and the exciting life you have shared together. Thinking about you at this difficult time.

~ Lisa McCracken

R.I.P. my Brother you were taken from us to soon. You will always be in my heart gone but not forgotten.

~ Edwin McDonald

Helen, Elaine & Family our love and thoughts are with you on this sad day love Michelle, Eric, Natasha & Alyssa.

~ Michelle, Eric, Natasha & Alyssa

Helen, I was so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Jacqui

~ Jacqui Lines

Helen and family...our thoughts and love are with you. We remember fondly our times together and the many kindnesses Jack and you extended to us.

~ Pat and Dave Hamlyn

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~ Michael Abrams and Natalie Gunn

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~ Jim and Mary Ann Abrams

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~ Mr. & Mrs. Sandy Sparling

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~ Harvey Eng

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~ Caleb McKinstry

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~ Ron & Darlene Campbell

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~ Dennis & Sandi Murphy - TDM Floor & Wall Solutions

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~ Ron & Darlene Campbell

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~ D. Grant Constructio Limited

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~ Ron & Darlene Campbell

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~ Sharon and John Boask

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~ Steve & Brenda Kropf

Helen , We are so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

~ Marie (Connolly) Bakker and Andy Bakker

Helen, Condolences to you and your family on the death of your husband Jack. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless Nora & Tom Groshok

~ Nora & Tom Groshok

Helen and family. So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Jack was a true professional and respected in the construction industry. We were very lucky to work with and know Jack.

~ Steve Done

Forever in our thoughts. Our prayers are with you and your family. Love you lots

~ Gina & Bob

Uncle Jack, A great man with a great sense of humor, kind and generous just some of the words that come to mind when we think of uncle Jack. we are all still in shock we will miss him dearly. love from Darren,Michelle and the boys.

~ Darren,Michelle,Darren jr.and Christopher

Helen, Have our deepest sympathy with the loss of Jack. I have worked for him and with him for 35 years. I will remember him for his honesty and integrity. There was mutual trust in each other, one of the few that worked on a handshake deal. Regards, John and Joanne Overbeek

~ John Overbeek

A WONDERFUL MAN AND A LEFTHANDED GOLFER BARB AND I WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH

~ MARV AND BARB HALL

A WONDERFUL MAN AND A LEFTHANDED GOLFER BARB AND I WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH

~ MARV AND BARB HALL

I will miss Jack's,"Hi Love" and his hug to follow. His friendship was filled with warmth and caring.

~ Bonnie Bergeron

A true gentleman with a keen sense of that good old Irish humour. Absolutely one of the good guys taken way too soon.

~ Vernon Robinson

Dear Helen, We were so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He will be missed by his many friends and especially you and his family. He was a good man and he was loved by all the guys in the top 28 at RiverBend. Please be assured of our prayers now and in the weeks ahead.

~ Victor And Carolyn Quinton

Jack was like a father to me I am going to miss him so much

~ Jerry Curry

We are truly sorry to have lost a dear friend in Jack. "True friends are like rare jewels, difficult to find and impossible to replace". We are going to miss him.

~ Doug & Barb Del Net

My condolences. Jack was a mentor for many of us in the flooring industry. He will be solely missed

~ David Diteljan

Helen and family Our heartfelt sense of loss and our deepest sympathy to you all. Dot and Dick

~ Richard and Dorothy Low

Helen. Our deepest condolances on your loss. Jack will be truly missed by all, both on and off the course. Jack's Tuesday group will certainly miss his always friendly and enthusiastic participation.

~ John and Judy Hull

Helen. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. Jack will be sadly missed.

~ Marc & Bev Lacelle

Our sorrow at Jack's passing cannot be put into words. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers . We will miss him as a friend and as a Teammate on Team Mongoose.

~ Jay and Mary Jane Okkerse

Helen we are both terribly sorry for your loss. I have told Natalie many stories over the past few days of Jack from my childhood. From his letting me use his snooker table to giving me jobs, be it cutting the grass or helping on his work at Saunders one summer he was always quick with a compliment on a job well done or a gentle lesson on a better way of doing things. While I do not personally remember it my parents still laugh every time the story of me as a toddler fighting with your dog Duke over a turkey leg comes up. We are extremely sorry we cannot attend in person but know that we are thinking of you.

~ Michael Abrams and Natalie Gunn

A good friend and teammate, we'll miss Jack very much.

~ Steve and Brenda Kropf

We are grieving the loss of a dear friend and golf partner. His time on this earth was far too short. Our love to you Helen and your family.

~ Lynn and Russell Petts

Helen and Elaine, We were so sorry to hear of "Uncle" Jack's passing. Always enjoyed that touch of Irish humour and sparkle in his eye when the family gathered. He sure brightened our Christmas holiday dinners in Dorchester. We will miss him and think of him often. Take care - we love you. Judy & Rick

~ Judy & Rick DesLauriers

Helen, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Jack was a true gentleman and a great asset to the Riverbend golf community and the Top 28 golf group which he named.

~ Dave & Carole Sewell

Helen, Elaine, Karen and families. Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and a lifelong friend to the both of us. Who knew when I met you Helen 30+ years ago on your first day at Union Gas, the 4 of us would be lifelong friends and watch our children grow into wonderful adults. Even though you and I were always the winners on the golf course and the euchre games we played against the guys, we will cherish these times together. And thank you so much for visiting us last summer in our new home in Shawville.

~ Jim and Mary Ann Abrams

Karen and Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss, prayers and thoughts are with you all during this time. Your father is gone but is always with you, with the wonderful memories you have, cherish these forever as he is now looking out for you all from above.... Geoffrey and Riley McMurray

~ Geoffrey McMurray

Helen & Family, We are very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed playing golf with Jack and a wee drink after the game.

~ Roy & RIta Inglis

Helen: So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. We are out of the Country but wanted to extend our sympathy to you and your family. Donna & Glen

~ Donna and Glen Sifton

Helen: We are very sorry for the loss of the love of your life. Our prayers go out to you & your family now & in the days to come. All of your RiverBend friends will be here for you whenever needed. Thinking of you. Sandy & Lynda

~ Sandy & Lynda Sparling

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