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Donald Alexander MacTavish of Ripley passed away at Kincardine Hospital on June 1, 2017 at the age of 90. He was the beloved husband Anna (nee MacDonald) for 67 years. Dear dad of Barb (who predeceased him in 2007) & Charles Liddle of RR1, Kincardine, Jean & Ian MacDonald, and Marg & Sandy Pollock of Ripley. Missed by his grandchildren Kim Liddle, Kent (Nicole) Liddle, Jenny MacDonald, Melissa MacDonald (Shane Watson), Brett (Sarah) Pollock, Corey Pollock, Tyson (Amy) Pollock, and 7 great-grandchildren. Survived by his brother in law Stuart Schierholtz. Predeceased by sisters Beth, and Louise. Don was an active member of the Ripley Community. He was a Charter Member of The Ripley Lion's Club; joining in 1972. He belonged to the Ripley Agricultural Society for over 60 years and received the Jubilee Award for over 50 years of Service. Don loved gardening and could often be found pulling weeds with a smile. Visitation will be held at MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley on Sunday June 4, 2017 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. The Funeral Service will be conducted at St. Andrew's United Church, James St. Ripley, on Monday June 5, 2017 at 11:00 AM, with visiting 1 hour prior. Interment Ripley Cemetery.
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Dear Anna, Jean and Ian, Marg and Sandy,Charles and Families. So sorry for your loss. We enjoyed many different visits with Don while out on his scooter. He always had a smile and was a nice friendly man. May your many fond memories help ease your sorrow. He will be missed in our community. Sincerely Brian and Wendy Pollock
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Anna, Charles, Jean and Ian, Marg and Sandy and families.We know Don had his special angel waiting for him. A big hug to everyone.
Sending our condolences to the family. Don always had a huge welcoming smile and ready for a visit during our visits home and will be greatly missed in the community. A life well lived !
We are so sorry to hear about Don's death. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Don reminded me so much of my dad in so many ways. He will be missed by everyone. A great Lion & a great friend.
Anna, Charles, Jean and Ian, Marg and Sandy and families,
We are deeply saddened to learn of Don's passing. He has been a much loved husband, Father, Grandfather and friend. His liefelong presence in the Ripley community will be missed. Cherish your wonderful memories of happier, healthier times. Godspeed, Don.