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Douglas John McIsaac

Douglas John McIsaac

Born: November 12th, 1928

Passed on: February 19th, 2014

Doug passed peacefully away surrounded by his loving family at the Palliative Care Unit at Western Memorial Hospital. Loved and respected by many, he will be forever missed for his kind gentle ways. Predeceased by his parents, Dan R. and Mary Patricia McIsaac (Ryan); brothers: James (Margaret) and Daniel; sisters: Anne (Red) and Christine (Bill). His lifelong best friend and aunt, Betty (Dan Joe). Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 61 years, Catherine J. (Murphy); sons: Paul (Cynthia) Douglas Jr., Thomas (Bev) and daughter Michelle (Martin); grandchildren: DJ (Susan), Jonathan (Shea), Catherine (Edward), Katelyn, Scott and great- grandchildren: Zurich & Emma and several nieces and nephews residing in the United States & Nova Scotia. He leaves a large circle of friendships held for many years including his best buds: Bill, Ed, Jim, Kev, Pat, Purc and Roy. Ever remembered for the loving care provided by Dr. Peter Callahan, The Staff of the Western Palliative Care Unit, his Healthcare Team at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation and his loving wife for his day to day care and attention. Doug was a proud graduate of St. Francais Xavier University and an avid Curler for over 50 years, skipping his way to many Bonspiels. Doug also remained an avid walker until the very end with his closest walking companion, his dog Toby for 11 years. He shared his love of sports and politics with his children and his family always remained his most prized possession. Cremation has taken place under the care of Fillatre’s Funeral Home and visitations will be held on Friday, February 21st from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer on Mount Bernard Ave. with Father Ed Terry officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation and/or the Bay of Islands SPCA’s New Shelter Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca.

 

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