CHARLES PATRICK MCDONALD

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

• We miss you big guy. - Posted by: Darrell McDonald (Nephew) on: Jan 30, 2016

• Just heard this very heart breaking news and wish to offer my deepest condolences to Cara and their children, as well as to my aunt Bettiann and my cousins, Dave, Bobbi, and Lori. The last time I seen Iggy was about 25 yeas ago, (half my life ago), yet I can see him now as clear as day. I remember playing road hockey with him, Dave, and Bird during hot summer days, after which we would go to the ice cream shop, everyone lusting for something cold to drink, except for Pat, would always got hot coffee :) I lived with him on many weekends and almost every summer, (can't even guess at the number of times his alarm would cause me to jump off the sofa, as he blissfully slept on), up until the time my family moved away from Winnipeg, once I was old enough to move back there on my own, our relation continued and even took a turn towards a more "we're not just family but also friends". I grew to love rock music from listening to all his albums, (Queen, AC/DC...), and owe my coffee addiction too him as well ;) I remember talks he had with me as we shared a cup or played foosball at the Italy club near his place. He had a way of being straight without making me feel like a kid or like I was being disrespected, he always got his point across while retaining his smile, and I also took whatever sly advice he gave to heart. I also remember how much he loved Cara, and how perfect a couple they were, which had a big influence on the direction that I wanted my life to take. Although I'm sure he had no idea, he is/was in fact, the closest person I have/had to calling a big brother and as in everything we regret in life, I wish I had stayed in touch with him and that I had a chance to tell him how much I both idolized and loved him. - Babby - Posted by: Tom Markham (1st Cousin) on: Apr 16, 2015

• Dear Aunty Bettianne, Sorry for your loss. So sad for the loss of Patrick. - Posted by: sherry markham (cousin) on: Apr 16, 2015

• HI Cara, So Sorry for your loss, although we never met, Pat was my cousin. He used to tease me a lot when we were kids. I was sad to hear he had passed. - Posted by: sherry markham (cousin) on: Apr 16, 2015

• I work at the RBC Convention Centre in Centre Place Cafe as 3rd Cook. Pat would come in with our linens and would chat and sometimes I had the privilege of preparing him a breakfast. I remember not so long ago asking him for a donation on behalf of my daughter's bagpipe band and that I would provide the required paperwork if need be. He informed me that rules concerning made it impossible to do so, but the next time he came in he provided me a set of towels for the silent auction anyway. It so touched me that he broke the rules to do so and I knew right then what a kind, honest, giving person he was. He will forever be remembered by my daughter and I. And since I have disclosed something he would have gotten in trouble for (potentially), I shall also thank Canadian Linen, you were named in the auction as a donator. Pat's family I know whom they have lost and send out heartfelt sympathy. He was a good person...with a kind heart. - Posted by: Elise Evison (I considered him a friend and someone with whom I worked with) on: Feb 05, 2015

• Dear Cara and family. I am so, so sorry for your loss. Pat was a good guy. And I am sorry he left us with such pain and too early. As you speak of Salisbury House back in the good old days, I am sure my dad Ken MacCoy and Pat are now sitting across from each other sitting and chatting over coffee together. In the house of heaven. Codolences Maureen MacCoy, Ken MacCoy's daughter. - Posted by: maureen maccoy (known to cara and pat for many years) on: Feb 05, 2015

• For many years this smiley guy would deliver our gowns and towels to the doctor's office that I worked at in the Medical Arts Building. I would look forward to his weekly visits. He was always so incredibly pleasant and was always SMILING! I bumped into him once a few years back. He was shopping with his daughters at Old Navy on St. James Street. It was so nice to have run into him again. My heart sank immediately when I opened the newspaper yesterday. My heart goes out to your wife and girls Pat. You made such a positive impact on 'my' life.....I can't possibly begin to imagine the void you are leaving for them. I just lost my own Dad a few months ago. Peace, love and strength to all of you. Know that Pat is not suffering and having a heck of a good time watching down over you now and forever with a SMILE! - Posted by: Denise Jackson (acquaintance) on: Feb 05, 2015

• Sorry to hear about your loss Robert and to the family. Please accept my condolences. - Posted by: Sylvie Niman (Robert's work colleague) on: Feb 04, 2015

• Sorry for your loss Cara. - Posted by: Jim Caron (Old friend) on: Feb 03, 2015

• We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Pat, we have not seen him for many years but he will always be remembered. Our condolences to Cara and family. - Posted by: Jeff and kitty chartrand (Cousin to Cara) on: Feb 03, 2015

• I was great friends with Rachel in middle school and Pat was always around making jokes. I remember taking many trips to Salisbury House to visit him. My condolences to the family. Thinking of you all. - Posted by: Stephanie Walker () on: Feb 03, 2015

• Remembering times of great joy, hanging with you bro, your smile, steadfast spirit and loving heart. Your beautiful daughters shining your light forward forever. Blessings great man, until then...later ♡ - Posted by: Jere Tetrault (brother in law / friend ) on: Feb 03, 2015

• So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Great Guy, played floor Hockey with Pat for many years. Pat was not out lately at floor hockey and have not seen Pat in the last year. So it is with sad heart I hear of Pat's passing, GOD BLESS. - Posted by: TIMOTHY BUZUNIS (FREIND) on: Feb 03, 2015

• I was very sad to hear of the passing of Pat!! I had opportunity to play Wednesaday night floor hockey with Pat over last 10 years. Pat was always there with a smile and a good joke, giving 110 percent with guys at Hedges. Rest in peace Pat! - Posted by: Gord Phillips (Hockey Friend.) on: Feb 03, 2015

• Hey Pat, I am sure there will be lots of friends waiting to welcome You. Ken is there & I am sure he will make sure the Salisbury House coffee is always fresh. RIP - Posted by: Madeleine MacCoy (Friend) on: Feb 03, 2015