LISA JOAN MACDONALD

Condolences & Memories (41 entries)

• I have just heard of Lisa's passing and am very sad. I worked with her on items for Jim Richardson. We always had a good work relationship and I will miss her. Just wanted to pass on my condolences to her husband, little girls and the rest of her family. After reading the Guest Book, I found out that she is an East Kildonan girl, which I am also. Lisa will be missed. Leanne Slobodian (nee Kendel) - Posted by: Leanne Slobodian (Work friend) on: Jul 19, 2012

• I was deeply saddened to hear of Lisa's passing. Lisa, and her sisters were my "extended family" growing up. We enjoyed so many happy neighborhood memories that still resound clearly in my head today. Sleep overs, hide and seek, soccer and just having such wonderful people to spend time with, made my childhood years so terrific. To her entire family I extend my deepest regards at this difficult time. Rest in peace my dear friend. - Posted by: Andrea Diskiw (Friend from childhood) on: Jul 15, 2012

• I have been thinking about the MacDonald triplets a lot in the last year. What happens to one of you, happens to all of you. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I feel so sorry for the girls but know they have the best aunties in the world. I wish for you all peace. - Posted by: Adrian () on: Jun 20, 2012

• My thoughts and prayers are with the Macdonald family and Lisa's husband and children. I will forever have fond memories of the girls as we were all born on the same day, same hospital and shared that bond as well as our schooling together and golf course jaunts and sports. Until we meet again Lisa. Cheers! - Posted by: Erin Connelly (Childhood friend) on: Jun 20, 2012

• I am sorry to hear this of Lisa. My mom told me. My family feels horrible about this news. I wanted to send our condolences to all of you as I went to school with Mark and I remember walking the triplets home from Lord Wolsely elementary school in 1971 when I was a patrol. You are a beautiful family and my family wishes you all the best at this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Jill Palmer nee McWhinney ( friend of family through school) on: Jun 14, 2012

• I am so saddened, as all of us are in my family, of Lisa's passing. It was shocking news. Lisa, along with Adair and Karina, will always have a special place in my heart. Being one of my very first childhood friends, I have very fond memories of spending wonderful times together. Growing up I always felt so proud to say that I was Lisa's, Adair's and Karina's friend. How lucky was I to have 3 chances that someone would play with me when I called on them. And play we did! I had so much fun swimming in the pool, tobogganing on the golf course, or just hanging out together. As my children are growing up playing with their neighbors, I reflect back to a time when I was living on Colvin and I could see through our kitchen window, 985, and I'd always watch to see if the girls were outside, or if the station wagon was in the driveway meaning the girls were home so that I could have another opportunity to spend more time with them. This, after almost 40 years later, is the same sentiment that I am feeling now for Lisa. My heart goes out to you Karina, Adair, Mrs. & Mrs. Macdonald, Mark, Craig, Scott and of course to Lisa's husband and her little princesses. - Posted by: Lisa Yakimchuk (Childhood friend) on: Jun 12, 2012

• The Roch Street gang is dwindling, but what a party we'll have when we all meet up again! - Posted by: Wolchock Family (Former neighbours) on: Jun 11, 2012

• Joan and Gerry, I was very saddened to hear of Lisa's passing from my Mom. My thoughts are with you at this time. - Posted by: Joanne Devries (Fran Thiessen's daughter from Madison,Wisconsin) on: Jun 10, 2012

• I am so sorry to hear about Lisa's passing. I have many fond memories of Lisa, Adair and Karina growing up. I will always remember Lisa's smile, kindness and joyfulness, and athleticism. My thoughts and prayers are with Lisa's husband and princesses, and also, of course, to Adair and Karina, her brothers and her parents. My parents, Bill and Lil Burgess, wanted to send their condolences to Gerry and Joan. They are thinking of you as well. - Posted by: Teresa (Burgess) Horobec (childhood friend) on: Jun 10, 2012

• We consider ourselves so fortunate to have met Lisa through our friend Guy. It was apparent when Guy started showing up at the social gatherings back in the day that he was more than smitten with this girl. Lisa's easy-going and fun-loving nature was apparent from the get-go. Some of our fondest memories of spending time with Lisa would have to be during the many annual Hecla camping trips we all shared sitting around the campfire enjoying a ton of laughs and getting our butts handed to us from Lisa on the golf course! Her zest for life will live on through her beautiful little girls and we offer the sincerest of condolences to our friend Guy and all of Lisa's family members. Love and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Lisa and Kent Bulloch (FRC High School friends of Guy) on: Jun 08, 2012

• Lisa (and sister Adair) was one of my first field hockey coaches, for U18 provincials in 1997. Lisa was an excellent coach, and that group of girls became a dedicated hockey team for the next decade - many of us being close friends to this day. I had the fortune to also play hockey with Lisa at U of M, and on Provincials, as well as go to many Hockey board meetings together. Lisa was always a great sounding board as a friend, and a solid midfielder on the pitch! When I left Winnipeg, Lisa kept in touch through email and cards over the years, and made the effort to visit when we were in Wpg. I was most touched when Lisa had children and loved to share pictures of her lovely girls....when we finally joined the parenting picture - Lisa sent "Goodnight Moon" for our son Jack with words to say - don't let Jack be your last child, and her words that she wished she had found parenthood even earlier in life. It was very obvious that being a mother was the joy of Lisa's life. I will miss her. Paula - Posted by: Paula Bonner (Friend/Hockey teammate) on: Jun 08, 2012

• I've known you for only a short while Lisa and I will miss you a bunch. My prayers go out to your husband and two little girls at this time of great loss. You were a great asset to our group. - Posted by: Noreen Gerbrandt Trueman (CCMB support group ) on: Jun 08, 2012

• So sorry to hear about the loss of Lisa, your beautiful wife and mother of Ellie and Kate. I know she will be missed by all who knew and loved her, but especially by you Guy and your Princesses. Know that your family and friends will be there for you when you need support in the days ahead. May you always remember the beautiful memories of your life together. Your daughters will always be a testament of the love you shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Henri & Linda Bru - Posted by: Henri & Linda Bru (Guy's Uncle & Aunt) on: Jun 08, 2012

• I just returned from shopping @ the place I had run into Lisa a few times over the last couple of years. I could not help thinking about her. We hadn't been close in our school years as she and her sisters were a year younger than I, but we had made a number of mutual connections since our youth and she was great to meet up with on each occasion. She SHONE when she spoke of her two little girls and the family she loved so much. I will not forget the last time we ran into each other, Lisa ahared with me that she had been battling Breast Cancer but not before she asked how we as a family were doing with recent health concerns affecting our family and apologizing for not being available as she might have been. I was really amazed by that comment given what she herself had been going through. The beautiful obituary written about Lisa says it all ...She loved life and lived a generous selfless life. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Elizabeth Black (aquaintance from youth) on: Jun 08, 2012

• This is most beautifully written and I get a glimpse into the woman you've shared your life with Guy! I'm sorry for your loss, but know there are many family and friends who care and who will be there for you and your girls. Lucky you... to have two beautiful princesses where Lisa can live on in them. Thinking of you, Michelle - Posted by: Michelle Swanson (Friend to Guy Bru) on: Jun 07, 2012

• So sorry to hear this news. I send my deepest sympathies to Lisa's partner, daughters, family and friends in Winnipeg. I met Lisa as part of my tenure (as player and coach) for Field Hockey Manitoba. She was also my financial advisor when I lived in Winnipeg. Always professional, welcoming and astute, Lisa made all our interactions enjoyable. I wish all those who loved Lisa some solace in their memories of her at this time of great loss. From Toronto. Caroline Fusco - Posted by: Caroline fusco (Teammate, coach and client) on: Jun 07, 2012

• I haven't seen Lisa in years, but still have vivid memories of a strong athlete, a fierce competitor, a dedicated and bright classmate, and most of all a good friend. Playing soccer with Lisa, Karina, and Adair was an object lesson in the ability of sport to highlight the strength of a person's character: work hard, play fair, do your best. With the gift of hindsight and 20 years' teaching experience, I think that any of my former students would have been incredibly lucky to have known her. This beautifully written obituary captures the incredible "adult version" of the kid and the young woman who grew up and went to school alongside of me. I hope her family and close friends can find some comfort in one another at this time of loss, and in particular that Lisa's daughters might take strength and some measure of pride in knowing how awesome Mom was not only as Mom, but also at so many times, and in so many areas, of her life. - Posted by: Paul Olson (Former teammate and classmate) on: Jun 07, 2012

• Devastated by this news, shared with me by Kathy MacInnes. Just totally the wrong order of things. Lisa was captain of my first U of M field hockey team and just the perfect person for the job. I was fortunate to have her as a player (and a friend) on many future provincial teams during my 4 years in Winnipeg. Sarah and I were delighted that Lisa and Guy, on a vacation to Boston just before they were married, reconnected with us and were able to stay a couple of days with us in New Hampshire. We also always looked forward to the annual MacDonald/Bru Christmas card in which her love of family was so evident. Please know that our thoughts are with you all at this sad time and I will miss Lisa a lot. - Posted by: Lenny McCaigue (Former University of Manitoba and Provincial Teams Field Hockey coach and friend.) on: Jun 07, 2012

• My deepest sympathies go out to you and your girls, Ellie and Katie, on your loss of your wife amd mother, Lisa. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. Carolyn Warrener - Posted by: Carolyn Warrener (Worked with Guy) on: Jun 07, 2012

• I was lucky enough to be a teammate with Lisa and Adair with the U of M Bison field hockey team. Truly a great loss and my heart goes out to her family. - Posted by: Tracey Kulyk (Carlisle) (Bison teammate) on: Jun 06, 2012

• Wow, I am absolutely shocked that one of my childhood friends has passed on at such a young age.I have some great memories of the "triplets" growing up. I always loved when Adair and Lisa would switch spots in class and play a prank on our grade 6 teacher Mr Koenig. He couldnt tell them a part, and both Lisa and Adair would always get a kick out of fooling him. I havent lived in Wpg for a long time and dont have the luxury of running into my old childhood friends. It doesnt take away the pain, and my prayers and thoughts go out to all of the McDonald family, and of course to Lisa's immediate family. I was very fortunate to know and play sports with 3 of the greatest triplets in our lifetime and Lisa is with the Angels now and will always be part of your lives! About a month ago I was visiting my mom and I passed by the house they grew up in, and do think about my friends time to time. Adair and Karina, I can only wish you lots of strength and love during this very difficult time. Your old school Pal, Tannis - Posted by: Tannis Sigurdson aka Skibinski (Childhood Friend) on: Jun 06, 2012

• Lisa was a truely beautiful person. I always admired her spirit and devotion. My sincere condolences to the entire MacDonald/Bru clan. - Posted by: Heather White (Soccer teammate (and opposition at times ;-)) on: Jun 06, 2012

• Guy, my heartfelt condolonces go out to you and your kids on your loss. Lisa was a great person to work with and I remember her energy and positive attitude all these years later. - Posted by: David Ruff (Former Co-Worker) on: Jun 06, 2012

• I never knew this person but this eulogy makes me wish I had. - Posted by: Mike Phelan (Stranger) on: Jun 06, 2012

• I shared many happy memories of Lisa and her sisters from our days at J.H. and hanging out after. I was very saddened to hear of Lisa's passing. I ran into her a few years back downtown. We were both working in the area. Lisa noticed me right away and eagerly filled me in about her wonderful life. As usual she was grinning from ear to ear, with that infectious smile that was a recognizable McDonald girl trademark. Lisa had an amazing ability to make you feel at ease and touch your heart, by her smile, her laughter, and her words. I will miss her very much. For Lisa's family: I hope the memories of everyone here can bring you comfort. In her short time here, Lisa blessed this world and so very many of us in it, in ways that are and will always be, immeasurable. We are all very grateful that you were able to share her with us for a little while. For Adair and Karina: I can't imagine the loss you must feel...please take care of each other. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers...Karen - Posted by: Karen (Danko) (Childhood friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• I was saddened to hear that Lisa had passed. I played soccer with the "triplets" for many years and then played against them for a few more years. Lisa then came to Miles Mac and we continued to go to school together. A friend I will always remember. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Karen Zapisocki (friend/former teammate) on: Jun 05, 2012

• The author of Lisa's obituary has masterfully and lovingly described a life well-lived; congratulations and thank you. I shared many classes with Lisa in high school and came to know the teenage Lisa as a kind and considerate student and athlete who earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues. It is no surprise to learn that the girl grew into a wonderful woman of such varied accomplishments and interests. Having Lisa as a classmate was truly a gift for me, as through her actions I learned a little about compassion, tact, and kindness. One or two instances of Lisa's thoughtfulness in particular have stuck with me for almost thirty years and still act as personal reminders of the way I try to conduct my life. Please accept my most sincere condolences to all of those touched by Lisa's passing. - Posted by: Kerry Yackoboski (High School Friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Lisa is a beautiful person in every sense of the word, and I am so very lucky to have been her friend. Among other great encounters, I have had the pleasure of sharing a beer or two in the Folk Fest beer tent...and remember the day she called me on my phone from the festival to tell me to pack up my stuff (raincoat) and come regardless of the black clouds, high winds and terrible forecast for the day. I never did....and wouldn't you know it, the day turned into a beautiful evening and I missed out on a great experience. I didn't let that happen again. Lisa taught me to look for the sunshine through the clouds, to see the possible in the impossible, and to appreciate the joy in a small glass of single malt scotch. Knowing her has made me a better person. I loved her, and continue to miss her. I'm listening to Bonnie Raitt as I write this, and know that she would have liked this new cd. My thoughts go out to Guy, Ellie and Kate, and her family. - Posted by: Lucette Barber (Friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Dear Jerry, Joan and family. We are very sorry to hear of LIsa's passing. I hope that the sorrow and grief that you feel today will be replaced with all the happy memories that you have all shared throughout the years as a loving supportive family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Look to the sky and your guardian angel will always be by your side. - Posted by: Jim and Arlene Whyte (Craig's father in law and sister in law) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Lisa was not personally known to us but we knew much of her and her girls from Claude & Jackie. Our deepest condolences go out to the family. - Posted by: Roland & Jean Cadrin (part of Claude's extended family) on: Jun 05, 2012

• I have many memories of playing field hockey with Lisa and Adair at U of M. And, my son is lucky to have Karina as his teacher. My family's sincere condolences go out to you all. - Posted by: Donna Alexander (Bison's teammate) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Dear Joan and Gerry. Even tho' I live in Texas I still keep up with my old home town Winnipeg thru the Free Press. Joan, you and I go back to the'60's and know how proud you and Gerry have always been of your wonderful kids. What a shock it was to read of Lisa's passing. My arms yearn to hug you both. Love, Gwen - Posted by: Gwen Grant (Long time friend of Joan and Gerry) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Although only a glimpse of her life, the memorial helps bridge the gap between the child we knew as neighbours and the wonderful woman Lisa became. Our thoughts and condolences to all those touched by her life. - Posted by: Michael Yakimchuk (Friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Hello Guy, This is one of the most beautiful memorials I have ever read. Your wife was truly an incredible and special woman. My thoughts, and prayers are with you, your family and your princesses. - Posted by: Lino Morra (Friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• We were so fortunate to have known Lisa and spend some great times with her, Guy, and Ellie (Katie wasn't here yet) at our summer cottage in Saskatchewan. We have very fond memories of Lisa. She will be greatly missed. Our condolences go out to all of you. - Posted by: Gisele Blais (Guy's Aunt) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Lisa lived a short but meaningful life. One that mattered. Though she has left this plane her light will live on through those she loved. My heartfelt condolences to her family. Hazel (Barbados) - Posted by: Hazel Burnett-Jordan (Worked with members of her family) on: Jun 05, 2012

• It was a privilege to have Lisa, such a wonderful gal who married our nephew Guy and who had their two little princesses join our large family. We are assured her great outlook on life will be a great example to all of us. - Posted by: Elvin & Bernadette Nelson (Uncle & aunt (Bru family)) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Kerry Yackoboski told me this sad news. My condolences go out especially to Adair and Karina, of whom I still have fond memories from the J.H. dances. I was having coffee with Lisa just after Christmas and she shared a bit of her story, especially about Guy and the girls. I'm especially empathetic to them, but trust that they will take no small measure of comfort in having a large family that will take good care of Lisa's pride and joys. My thoughts and sympathy are with you all at this time. Sincerely, Kevin - Posted by: Kevin Kushnier (High School Friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Growing up we just referred to Lisa, Adair, and Karina as the "McDonald triplets". Although I didn't really know the "triplets" that well, I vividly recall how classy, and smart they were. I was shocked, and saddened, to hear about Lisa this morning. Our family's sincere condolences go out to you all. - Posted by: Bruce McWhinney (Childhood school friend) on: Jun 05, 2012

• Joan and Gerry we are so sorry to hear of Lisa's passing. We send our love and thoughts to all of you now as you move forward. Those little girls are so blessed to have you both as grandparents. The Keegans in Calgary - Posted by: Karana and Bruce Keegan () on: Jun 05, 2012

• Deepest condolences to Guy, Ellie, Kate, and the rest of the family. Lisa was a fabulous person, an excellent mother, and a consummate professional. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: John Pozios (Friend) on: Jun 05, 2012