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McKAY, Donald “Don”

Born Tuesday June 24, 1924. Passed away Friday September 20, 2019.


A well lived 95 years.

Loving husband of Brenda for 71 years. Devoted father of Donna, Robert, Julie, Janette and Peter. Grandfather of 13 grandchildren and counting.

Resting peacefully. Forever in our hearts.

Eldest son of Henry Bernard (Pud) and Winifred McKay (both deceased.)

Funeral notice


Service

Thursday September 26, 2019

Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mr. Donald McKay will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gellibrand Street, Colac on Thursday, September 26, 2019 commencing at 10:30 a.m.

The Funeral will leave the Church at the conclusion of Mass for the Colac Lawn Cemetery.

Tributes

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  1. To Brenda and family
    Our deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time our thoughts are with you.
    From Stuart Sue Walsh and family

    Sue Walsh

    October 01, 2019 1:59 pm

  2. Our deepest sympathy to the Mackay Families.
    Our family have had the pleasure of a long business association with Don. A true gentleman.
    Thinking of you all,
    Chris and Trish Parker

    Trish Parker

    September 30, 2019 7:25 am

  3. Rob McKay we are saddened to hear of the death of your Dad. What a long and wonderful life, a man who leaves a significant legacy. Our thoughts are with at this sad time. Love to you and your family from all the Williams.

    Carollyn Williams

    September 26, 2019 12:47 pm

  4. Deepest sympathies. Loving uncle to Frances, Maureen, Lynne, Peter, Heather and families. Will be sadly missed. Condolences to Aunty Brenda and Family.

    Lynne Corboy

    September 26, 2019 2:38 am

  5. Our condolences to the McKay family. We valued Don as a friend and businessman, who was very helpful to us over many years. A highly respected genuine man. We’re sorry that we cannot be with you to celebrate his long life, as we are in Europe.
    Tim & Helen Gibson & family

    Helen Gibson

    September 24, 2019 7:49 am

  6. Deepest sympathy on the loss of you dear Dad. Thinking of you as you celebrate his life. Lib an Greg xx

    Libby Ryan

    September 24, 2019 7:35 am

  7. My Deepest Sympathy to the McKay's and their extended families with the passing of Don. I was very fortunate and privileged to work for Don for many years. He was a wonderful man to work for. A true gentleman and a fantastic person. Love to all the family. R.I.P. Liz

    Elizabeth Young

    September 22, 2019 7:48 pm

  8. To Aunty Brenda and all the family .
    So sorry to hear about Uncle Dons passing .
    I have many found memories of staying with you all ,
    Think about you all often .
    My heartfelt condolences to you all.
    Unfortunately unable to attend service but you will be in my heart on this day .
    From Kaye Ross ( Corboy)

    Kaye Ross

    September 22, 2019 6:09 pm

  9. Condolences to all the family.
    From the Wilsons

    Chris Wilson

    September 22, 2019 5:15 pm