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NEIL GORDON MACKAY, Q.C.
Born: Jun 08, 1930
Date of Passing: Oct 20, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryNEIL GORDON MACKAY, Q.C. It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Neil Gordon MacKay on October 20, 2015 at the age of 85 years. His memory will be forever cherished by his loving wife of 58 years, Shirley, and his three children, Donna (Marty) Polychuk, Gord (Clare) MacKay and Sandra (Jason) Rauhaus. He will be deeply missed by his grandchildren Kyle and Kevin Polychuk, Quinn and Mahri MacKay, and Mark and James Rauhaus. He also leaves to mourn his sisters-in-law Jean Brooks, Florence MacKay and Margaret Hagglund and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Bob and Tillie MacKay, his sister Ruth (Cliff) Hodges, brothers Stewart (Elsie) McKay and Alex MacKay, nephew Robert McKay, brother and sister-in-law Howard and Helen Hagglund, and brother-in-law Bill Brooks. Neil was born on June 8, 1930. He was educated in Clanwilliam Grey School, Minnedosa Collegiate, Brandon College and University of Manitoba Law School. He graduated in 1957, was called to the bar in 1959 and became a Queen's Counsel (Q.C.) in 1985. Neil practiced law for over 57 years, starting with the Attorney General's Department, then Tupper Adams and finally his own law office. Neil was extremely active in his community. Over the years he lent his talents and time to the Big Brothers (charter office), St. Vital Chamber of Commerce, Deer Lodge Foundation, Rotary Club of Assiniboine (Charter President) and the Provincial and Federal Liberal Party (Past President). He was also an active member for 35 years with Ducks Unlimited Canada and was awarded Director Emeritus for his faithful years of volunteering. Neil was a great outdoorsman, being passionate about hunting and fishing with his family and many good friends. He was an enthusiastic curler at the Granite Curling Club. Family came first for Dad. Happy memories will be remembered of camping and cottaging, family get-togethers and family holidays. His grandchildren loved to hear stories told by Grandpa. The family would like to thank the palliative and home care staff for their gentle and compassionate care. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with Neil's wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB in care of arrangements 204.897.4665. For those who wish to sign Wojcik's online Guest Book please visit our website at www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 24, 2015
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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My deepest condolences Shirley to you and the family. You only have memories now to sustain you, but what wonderful years, events and fun times make up those memories. Both of you were always the social butterflies and never let there be a dull moment. My thoughts & sympathy are with you at this time. Hugs, Lyla - Posted by: Lyla Mobberley (friend, client & fellow outdoors person!) on: Nov 13, 2015
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Shirley, Donna Gord and Sandra and families. Our sincere condolences are with you at this time of loss of your husband, father and grandfather. From the stories we have heard we know you will treasure the memories in your hearts. Our thoughTs and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Marlene and Peter Tabaczuk (Martin's Sister and husband) on: Nov 02, 2015
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I am so truly sorry to hear of Neil's passing. He was such a beautiful person. I first met him at Tupper & Adams back in 1976 and instantly loved him. He was such an approachable person. Never acted superior towards any of the support staff. I had the good fortune of talking to him many times over the years and he was always the same, smiling and full of jokes. He would from time to time drop off a letter at the office I work at and would head straight for my office where we would each exchange our newest joke and then laugh our heads off!!! My sincere condolences to Shirley and her family. I always knew how much family meant to Neil. Rest in Peace Neil, you will be missed. - Posted by: Mary Richardson (Friend) on: Oct 28, 2015
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Shirley & family, our sincere condolences to all of you. May the happy memories comfort you at this sad time. RIP Neil. - Posted by: Hazel Olson & family (Friends ) on: Oct 26, 2015
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I met Neil in Rotary. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family - Posted by: Don MacKenzie (Friend) on: Oct 25, 2015
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I am saddened to hear of the loss of Uncle Neil. I remember all the fun times we had at the many MacKay gatherings. Now the MacKay family is once again all together in heaven , I can only imagine the many discussions. My thoughts are with Auntie Shirley, Donna, Gord and Sandra and their families. He will be missed, but our lives have been enriched because of him. Love Karen, Meaghan, Heather and Jennifer the West Coast MacKay family - Posted by: Karen MacKay (Niece) on: Oct 25, 2015
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Our hearts go out to Shirley and family. Very sad news to have lost our good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Grace and Kelly Grant. - Posted by: Kelly and Grace Grant (Old Friends) on: Oct 24, 2015
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Our deepest condolences, Shirley, to you and your family. Although we left Winnipeg many years ago, we have fond memories of gathering in front of our homes and talking usually with the dogs around as well (Paisley, Buddy and Sinjen). Our thoughts are with you now as you grieve the loss of husband and father. - Posted by: Wayne and Lottie Ivey (Friends) on: Oct 24, 2015
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Our deepest sympathy to Shirley and Family on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Del Hogaboam and Wayne Cheale - Posted by: Del and Wayne Cheale (friends) on: Oct 24, 2015
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I am saddened to learn of Neil's passing. He was one of the founding organizers of DU's St. James Dinner Committee, and continued to be associated with those dinners for 30 years. It was always great to get a phone call or letter from Neil reminding me to buy my dinner ticket from him, and then to join with Neil and Shirley as a guest at their table. I know that Neil was a dedicated and committed Liberal Party supporter and it makes me smile to think that he was able to stay with us long enough to see his beloved party win government on Monday last. Sincere condolences to Shirley and the family in your time of loss. Neil will be missed. - Posted by: Jae Eadie () on: Oct 24, 2015
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