Gary MacDonald

Gary you are the most unselfish, kind and considerate person I know and as my brother you are an inspiration to me and you will always be in my heart....love you forever and always. John Kenneth is not alone with such a great Uncle beside him. Today is full of memories of a Brother laid to rest and every single one of them is filled with happiness. For you were someone Special always such a joy to know and there was so much pain when it was time to let you go. That's why this special message is sent to HEAVEN above for the angels to take care of you and give you ALL MY LOVE.....Joanne

Incredibly hard to write this. Gary was my second cousin, but was so much closer to me than that.

My memories of Gary start from a young age visiting him, and family in Blossom Park. I was always hoping my Mom and Dad would bring me to Aunt Isabel’s and Uncle Joey’s place. The main factor being I got to spend time with Gary. Gary no matter the age was youthful at heart. I would spend time with him from as early as grade two watching him play video games. Being enamoured with going through virtual adventures with him.

Gary also loved sports. He would take me to my first ever hockey game back at the Civic Center for the Ottawa 67’s while I was under the age of 12. We went to numerous Ottawa Senators games, a Grey Cup, taking in World Cups. Gary always enjoyed watching sports.

Gary was also a devoutly religious. I’ll never forget as a child the framed image of the Footprints poem. One memory I have is he we would always say grace before eating. That was pretty standard for eating when we were home. But one time at the McDonald’s on St. Laurent near Elmvale Mall, I Iead grace at the table inside the restaurant. He was shocked by it, and would bring it up anytime we went to go eat a fast food joint.

I could ramble on for hours of stories and times with Gary. As I’m sure everyone else has their own tales. Gary, you’re one of a kind. I’ll carry your memory onwards forever. You’ll always be my pilot.

Your co-pilot (copi)

Charles Hicks

My most sincere condolences to Gary’s entire family for you loss.

I was his first cousin and we were close at heart.We both had strong faith and could talk about everything . There is great story’s and memories it is to upsetting to say .I’ll miss him always and will light candles for him every Sunday mass.My mom and his were devoted sisters and as family’s were close always .Gary is having tea and a snack and then they all will play cards like we always did for years .Gary watch over us and we carry you in our hearts forever .I love you ,miss you .

Fishing trips, hockey, going for a meal or a coffee, adventures. 38 years of being a friend. We had a fishing trip planned that will not be the same without you Bud. Gary was a great guy, a God Father to my daughter Mia, a friend of the Voss family, and all around good guy to hang out with and talk. Thanks for your friendship and support and for being a good example and a straight arrow.

An old soul with a heart of gold. Use to take me to the arcade and "loved" when I beat him at ping pong. RIP cuz. say Hi to Aunt Isabelle and Uncle Joey for me. I am sure Nanny Roach has the tea on for ya.

knew Garry many tears ago. A real kings d gentleman,

Dear Joanne, Ken and family. We were saddened to hear about the loss of your brother Gary. Our sympathies are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy to Gary’s family. He was a frequent visitors at our home and a very dear friend of our son and Godfather to our grand daughter. May he Rest In Peace . May his family find comfort in their grief.

Joanne, Ken and family, we feel privileged to have met Gary. May we offer our sincere condolences and prayers for your loss.