Walter Donald 'Wally' Macleod
Born In: Neil's Harbour
Born: February 25th, 1945
Passed in: White Point
Passed on: January 26th, 2014
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we the family announce the passing of our dearest father, brother, grandfather and friend, Walter Donald Macleod on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, at Buchanan Memorial Hospital in Neil's Harbour surrounded by his loving family.
Born Feb. 25, 1945, in Neils Harbour, he was the son of the late John Neilie and Edith (MacDonald) Macleod.
He was a member of Aspy Bay United Church, Aspy Bay.
Being a member of the Sydney Curling Club, Wally was an avid and well-known curler in the 1970s.
During that time Wally made many friends while working for Eastern transport in Sydney. Upon returning to Dingwall, Wally (with wife Margaret MacNeil and family) managed and operated the Highland Heart Canteen. Wally was also employed as a dockside monitor for Department of Fisheries and eventually worked and retired with Canada Post. Some of Wally's favourite hobbies were going to square dances, Celtic music, playing guitar and his passion for sports, especially hockey. He was a true blue Leafs fan till the very end.
Wally's time was spent enjoying time with his best friend and devoted partner Rose and her family who meant the world to Wally. His love for pets was felt by Bear his cat whom Wally cherished. Although Wally made many friends throughout the years Burt Doucette was the one closest to his heart.
Wally is survived by his daughter, Debbie Macleod, Sydney; son, Scott Macleod, Edmonton; grandchildren, ,Jordan, Jessica, Joey, Ryan, his beloved Rose and her family.
He is also survived by brothers, Arnold (Claire) Macleod, Baddeck, and Neiland (Carol ) Macleod, Dingwall; a special aunt, Hectorine; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Alexander Macleod, niece, Melanie Macleod and special friend, Mary MacDonald.
Walter’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Janice and the staff at the Buchanan Memorial Hospital and Wanda Barron with palliative care services for making Wally's journey a peaceful one.
In honoring Wally’s wishes, no visitation will be held. A celebration of his life will take place at Aspy bay United Church on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Margie Wood officiating. Burial to take place at a later date.
Donations may be made to the palliative care services or charity of choice.
Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome.com.
