Roy Stillman MacDonald, 88, of Lincoln New Brunswick passed away on Tuesday, June 26th at the Oromocto Public Hospital. Roy was born in Upper Nine Mile River (Hants Co.) Nova Scotia on October 24th, 1929.
Roy was the son of late Clyde and Nima (Mackenzie) MacDonald. Roy, a former retired employee of Canadian National Railway was a loving husband to the late Jean (Kennedy) MacDonald. Roy is survived by his brother Kenneth (Faith) MacDonald, his nephew Tim (Annette) and their three children Alison, Jillian, and Kate MacDonald.
Roy will be fondly remembered as a kind and gentle spirit. Roy loved his pets and enjoyed his cars in his spare time. Roy gave generously to several local charities and was a loyal supporter of New Brunswick Animal Rescue groups.
Roy’s family wishes to express gratitude to Dr. Brown, Dr. Harvey, Dr. Woods, the nursing staff of the Oromocto Public Hospital. Additionally, gratitude should also be extended to his caregivers Stephen York, Elizabeth, Brenda, and Donna.
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bishop Funeral Home, 540 Woodstock Road, Fredericton. The family will receive condolences there on Friday, June 29th from 12:00 Noon -12:45 PM, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 PM. Rev. Brian MacDonald will be officiating. Interment will take place in the McKenzie Corner United Church Cemetery.
For those who wish to remember Roy by way of a memorial contribution, the family suggests donation to the S.P.C.A.
Online condolences and the sharing of memories may be expressed through www.bishopsfuneralhome.com