James Douglas MacTavish
Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 29, 2022 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM. A Legion Service will be held at 1:30 PM Wednesday and a Lions Service will be held at 5:00 PM following visitation.
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley, ON

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery, Ripley, ON
In Memory of
James Douglas MacTavish
December 26th, 1939 - June 26th, 2022

Place of Death

SBGHC- Kincardine, ON

Obituary

James "Jim" MacTavish of Kincardine passed away on June 26, 2022 at Kincardine Hospital at the age of 82. He was the beloved husband of Marjorie (Stanley) for 62 years. He was born in Huron Township on December 26, 1939 to his late parents Clara (Hamilton) and James MacTavish. Dear father of Jeff & Valerie of Kincardine and Michele & Bob Hunter of Port Elgin. Missed by his grandchildren Shannon & Martin, Erin & Carl, Lauren & Andrew, Nicole & Liam, and James. Great Grandpa of Ian. Survived by his sister Peg Thuell, brother-in-law Eugene Walden, and sister-in-law Evylene MacTavish. Predeceased by his son Jamie, brother Allan MacTavish and sisters Marion Lowry and Evelyn Walden.

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Message from Joan Petersen (nee Courtney)2022-07-11 12:12:28

Our deepest condolences to the family!

Message from Paul and Emily Tremblay 2022-07-02 13:19:24

Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family's loss. Thinking of you

Message from Jack & Linda Campbell2022-07-02 10:10:15

WE as well want to express our Sympathy. Jim & Jack spent many pleasurable times together throughout the years. Holding you in our hearts at this time of sadness.

Our deepest sympathy to all, on the passing of Jim.

Message from Kerry Lynn Hall2022-06-30 18:17:52

I'm so sorry to hear this news. Jim always took the time to say hello and had a little story for me. Thinking of you all. 

Message from Shannon Cliffe Bonilla2022-06-30 17:42:22

Our deepest condolences to Marj and family. We are so sorry for your loss. 

Message from DAVID GLASS2022-06-30 13:09:05

dear Michelle, Bob, Nicole, Jamie and Marjorie- very sorry for your loss. I just heard this morning from former co-workers. You are most assuredly in our thoughts at this challenging time...our heartfelt condolences to all of you. 

Message from Ron Hamilton 2022-06-30 12:55:11

I am very so to hear of the passing of Jim.  
 

kindest regards,

 

Ron

Message from Frank Zipfel2022-06-30 10:50:05

So very sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed. Sincerely Frank

Message from Blain and Priscilla Carruthers2022-06-30 10:48:33

Deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts. 

Message from marieskinn2022-06-30 07:43:55

My condolence to family Jim McTavish   l now reside @ assistance living residence in Goderich & donot drive My transportation to Ripley cancelled today (sister Doris husband ill )Loved to have seen everyone Love Marie Skinn

Message from John and Mickie Hamilton2022-06-29 21:19:48

Marjorie and Family

We are so sorry to hear about Jim's passing, our deepest condolences to you and your family.  Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

John & Mickie 

Message from Ron & Joyce Tout2022-06-29 19:09:25

Our Deepest Sympathy to All of the Family on the passing of Jimmy.

Sincerely Ron & Joyce

Message from Dennis Flavell2022-06-29 18:47:14

So sorry to hear of the passing of Lion Jim.  I knew him for many years and it was always a pleasure to have a chat with him.  He had a positive outlook on life.  I did not find out about the Lions service until after the fact, but would have been there.  Condolences to the family.

Past District Governor Dennis Flzvell (Kincardine Lions Club) and Lion Helen Flavell.

Message from Cairne Harper2022-06-29 09:01:36

Dear Marj: Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Jimmy. Our hearts go out to you and all of your family and loved ones. Cairne & John

Message from Don and Doreen Steele2022-06-29 06:54:27

Marj and Family: We extend our sincere condolences and sympathy to you on the passing of Jimmy. I have many fond memories of us as kids on the 2nd Concession and as teens at the ball park. Jimmy was such a friendly person. He will be missed. May God bless you all at this very sad tiime.

Message from Monique and Brent MacLean2022-06-28 20:30:24

Marj, Jeff and Michelle, sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Sending our sincere condolences  

Message from Jack & Marilyn Blue2022-06-28 16:14:16

Sincere sympathy to Marj and family on Jim's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. Thinking of you at this sad time.

Sincerely Jack & Marilyn Blue

 

Message from Terry&Marilyn Kummer2022-06-28 14:25:34

Our sincere condolences to Jim's family .

Message from Robert Blackwell2022-06-28 12:52:10

My condolences to the family of Jim. Dad and I had a many good times with him. 

Message from Bryce and Janice Walker2022-06-28 12:01:05

 Our most sincere condolences . We will be thinking of you and your family during this sad time. 

Message from Debbie and Bryan Fischer2022-06-28 10:52:11

Hugs to you and your family Michelle. Hold all those precious memories close to your heart. ❤️

Message from Gerry and Jane Hofstetter2022-06-28 09:40:09

Michele, Bob, and family, our deepest sympathy in your time of loss.  May memories sustain you, and may your father's legacy continue to be lived out through you.  Blessings.

Message from Jerry & Betty Meyskens2022-06-28 07:14:32

Jeff and Val and family:  So sorry to hear about your Dad. Our deepest sympathies. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Ian and Elaine Courtney2022-06-28 07:08:08

Our sincere sympathy to the Mac Tavish family on Jim's passing! Sending hugs!

Message from Barb Walden McCart2022-06-28 06:28:34

Marj, Jeff & Michelle....I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing.  

Message from Alec and Helen2022-06-27 22:52:04

Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss.

Message from Laurie and Mike Gallant2022-06-27 21:21:16

Marj, Michelle and Jeff , and families

We are so sorry for your loss.  Our families have been friends for many years.  We spent several times together, especially in our days as employees  for the Royal Bank.  We had a lot of great, fun get togethers.   Our sincerest condolences to all.