Alexander Donald Bowmanville, Ontario Obituary

Alexander Donald

<p>Alexander Donald (August 13, 1939 - May 25, 2023)</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. Reunited with his mum, dad, and 3 brothers, there will be bagpipes and high fives in heaven tonight. Papa will be deeply missed by his entire family, his loving wife of 59 years, Elizabeth (Betty), his 3 children, Jim (Lynn) Lynn and Mary. Especially missed and loved by his 5 grandchildren, Connor, Sarah, Ceileigh (Kenneth) Parker, and Mackenzie. And his beloved great-grand daughter Isla. His sister Mhairi (Tom) in Scotland. And his many nieces and nephews in both Canada and Scotland.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Those who knew Alex know how much his family meant to him, and spending time with his grandchildren was his favourite thing to do. He came to Canada in 1971, but never truly left Scotland in his heart. Worked 30 years at Johnson and Johnson, a job he was proud of and loved. A diehard Toronto Maple Leaf, Greenock Morton fan, but watching his grandchildren playing their sports was his greatest pleasure. Mostly we will miss his great sense of humour, always quick with a joke, or a funny story.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Our hearts are sad, but our memories will live on forever.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Visitation will be held at NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME, 53 Division Street North Bowmanville on Tuesday May 30th, 2023 from 6 - 8 pm. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Wednesday May 31st at 11 am, with visitation from 10 - 11 am. Memorial Donations may be made to Diabetes Canada or The CNIB. To view the service virtually, please use the link below:</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>https://youtu.be/hzchksKeVFc</p>
August 13, 1939 - May 25, 202308/13/193905/25/2023
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Joyce Anderson Johnson
May 31, 2023
Today was a beautiful tribute to an amazing man! RIP Alex...God Bless your wonderful family. Prayers and Hugs!
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Barry Misener
May 31, 2023
Condolences on the loss of a good man. He will be missed.
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Anastasia Principato
May 30, 2023
Dear Lynn, (Coach) Jim, Parker and Ceileigh,
Our heartfelt support and condolences on the passing of dear Papa Donald, please know he was Papa to us too!
Sitting together with Papa and Lynn at Iroquois arena watching Parker, Bradley and Andrew play hockey together pro...
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John bowes
May 27, 2023
Uncle Alex to live in the hearts of other's is not to die. You were funny with a wicked sense of humour. You will be greatly missed. Loved always John,lorna, and family xx
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Bobbi Ann Brooks
May 27, 2023
I met Alex in 2003 when me and my boys moved in next door to him and Betty. They were wonderful to us from the very first day and always kept an eye out for us. One early memory was when there were some baby bunnies nesting beside their house and he called the boys ove... Continue Reading
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Funeral Home Owner
May 27, 2023