Contributions to the tribute of James Louis MacDonald

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Pam Galloway posted a condolence

Sunday, October 24, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing. He was a special person.

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DANIEL RAY posted a condolence

Monday, October 18, 2021

To the MacDonald family. I had the pleasure of working with Jim over many years beginning in the Probation office in Bedford in the late 1980's. As a new probation officer Jim quickly became a mentor . I learned to rely on his knowledge and his compassionate and caring approach to our clientele. Also we recognized our gaelic/celtic connection early on and as result had many discussions about that which Jim was obviously quite passionate. Jim often spoke proudly of his boys his wife Helen and his love of family. Jim was a true gentleman and this world was made richer because of his time with us. Grant eternal rest unto him and may perpetual light shine upon him. May God bless his family and hold them close during their grief. Dan Ray & family, Halifax

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Greg Sullivan posted a condolence

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Dear Helen and family. I worked with Jim at the Halifax Probation Office when it was on Young Street. He was always a gentleman and kind leader. Humble and well liked by all staff. We always liked to talk about cars. It seemed to be a common interest of ours for some reason. Take care in knowing he always treated everyone with respect and dignity.

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Clarence Falconer posted a condolence

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Dear Helen & Family, My most sincere condolences go out to you at this very sad time. Jim and I met unofficially when we both applied for a job in Sydney with the John Howard Society in 1971 as we both had the interview on the same night. Later we became friends when we both worked with the Department of Justice as Senior Probation Officers. I’m not sure if Jim remembers being screeched in when we both attended a National Corrections Conference in Stephenville, Newfoundland in the mid ‘80’s. We shared many positive memories of our years with the Department of Justice. It was such a pleasure to continue our friendship after we both retired. I so appreciated the fact that the two of you travelled to Springhill when my mother passed away in 2012. I always looked forward to our phone calls as we shared updates on our fellow probation officers as well as personal occurrences in our lives. It has been devastating to learn of Jim’s deteriorating health and to realize that there would be no treatment available to extend his life. He was a fine man and a dedicated and committed Probation Officer. He will be dearly missed. I’m so sorry we were unable to travel to the service but we learned of the date too late to attend. Sincerely, Clarence Falconer

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Alice Teehan posted a condolence

Saturday, October 16, 2021

Dear Helen, We want to express our sympathy to you, Shamus and Scott. We have such fond memories of Jimmy and you all as our neighbours. Sincerely, Alice and Michael

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Lloyd & Roberta MacInnis-Edmond posted a condolence

Friday, October 15, 2021

Shamus, Jeslyn, Neil, Lachlan and all the family, our deepest sympathy for your great loss. Please know you are all in my prayers during this most difficult time. Lloyd & Roberta MacInnis-Edmond, Port Hawkesbury

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Robert & Lydia Jack posted a condolence

Friday, October 15, 2021

Dear Helen, Shamus and Scott: We were deeply saddened when we received Scott’s phone call that his dad had passed away. Our two families have known each other for about 35 years, so it felt like a personal loss to us too. One of the last times we saw Jim, he was telling us about the “road to nowhere.” It sounded like a fascinating time, experiencing the North. We certainly benefited from his work experience, like the time he dissuaded our son, Matthew, from volunteering at Dorchester Penitentiary! Our sincere sympathies. We share your sadness and loss. All our love, Lydia & Robert Jack

A Memorial Tree was planted for James MacDonald

Friday, October 15, 2021

We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Maritime Cremation Centre

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The family of James Louis MacDonald uploaded a photo

Friday, October 15, 2021

James Louis MacDonald

1947 - 2021