JOHN CHARLES MACDONALD

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JOHN CHARLES MACDONALD May 5, 1941 - April 23, 2016 Peacefully, with his family at his side, John passed away on April 23, 2016. John will be lovingly remembered by his children, Tannis and Joanne; his former wife and friend, Barbara; his six grandchildren; his sister Judy; and his one niece and two nephews. John was predeceased by his mother Margaret Eleanor Macdonald and his uncle James Harvey. Born and raised in Winnipeg, MB, John was a successful business owner. He had a natural talent for machining, and worked in many machine shops before going into business for himself. John marched to his own drumbeat, followed his own path, and possessed a unique and whimsical sense of humour. He was a loyal and generous friend, a lifelong learner, an avid reader, and a self-educated and self-taught man of countless skills. A man of many passions and interests, John held a pilot's license; enjoyed carpentry and worked on many home improvement projects; played the banjo and violin; loved discussing politics and history; worked on motorcycles; and collected antique guns. He also enjoyed dancing, sailboarding, and had a talent for drawing. Family and friends are invited to visit www.bardal.ca to share condolences and memories. Burial will be held at St. John's Cathedral on May 20th at 11:00 a.m., friends and family are welcome to attend. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society can be made in John's memory.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 13, 2016