M. Carmel McDonald
July 17, 1926 to October 29, 2020
Obituary
Passed peacefully on October 29th, 2020 in the presence of her loving family, Carmel McDonald aged 94 years. Predeceased by her loving husband Kevin, her parents William and Stella Casey and her brothers Peter, William and Ronald Casey. Left with happy memories are her devoted children Roseanne (Bob Angel), Elizabeth (Gary Reddy), Jim (Lynda), Janet (Chris March), Judy (Glenn LaCour), Paul (Karen Skinner); her much adored grandchildren Stephen Peddigrew, Allison Fagan (Donald), John-Paul Angel (Amanda Martin), Ian McDonald (Jenn), Gillian Reddy, Nicholas LaCour, Ryan McDonald (Donovan Taplin), Caroline McDonald (Nick King) and her darling great- grandchildren Maya and Kiley Peddigrew, Thomas and Patrick Fagan, Luke and Owen McDonald and Anastatia Angel; sisters Maureen Casey, Eileen Tucker, Brenda Grouchy (Bill), brother Jim and sisters-in-law Eleanor Casey, Anne Casey and Rita McDonald. Carmel is also lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews and also leaves with warm memories her life long friends Noel and Mary Veitch and Winnie Crocker. A sincere thank-you is extended to Maryann Fleming, Dr. Andrea Singleton and the staff of Cambridge Estates for their loving and compassionate care. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road with visitation on Sunday, November 1st from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, the funeral service is by invitation only at St. Patrick’s Church on Monday, November 2, at 1:00 pm. Those wishing to join the service virtually can visit https://tom0349.wixsite.com/carnells-funeral. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation or The Gathering Place.
The Love of a Family is Life’s Greatest Blessing.
I am so sorry to hear about Carmel s passing,I haven’t been in touch with her since she went to the home.She was good to me as a school child and i always remembered that.She is a Cousin to the Ryan Holden McGrath clan.Losing your mom is hard keep each other’s hearts united you will heal from your painful sorrow.God Bless Cynthia McGrath
Judy, Roseanne, and Jim
We wish to offer our condolences to you and the entire family on the passing of your mother.
a note from Pat – I was so happy to meet your mother on several occasions when she was helping me with family research. She was such a beautiful lady. She shared many photos and stories with me.
Pat and Gerry Smith
Hi Roseann,
I remember your mother well.. My sympathy goes to you and your family members.
Take care,
Linda Inkpen
Paul, Janet and families,
Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies on the recent passing of your mother. May you be comforted by the memories of the long and fulfilling life she enjoyed.
Ted and Gail O’Keefe
Roseanne, Bob and family:
Our deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your mother.
Keeping you in our hearts
Janet condolences to you and your family on the
loss of your mom.
Sincerely Linda Giannou
Janet and family condolences to you and your family
on the loss of.your mom.
Sincerely Linda Giannou
My heart is broken for all of you. So happy for all the coffees, drives and ice creams you shared. You loved her so well.
Maureen and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved sister, Carm. Your beautiful memories will always keep her close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you ????????.
Roseanne and family
I was so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing,
It is always hard to say goodbye to a beloved
parent. I am sure that Dave would join me in
sending you our deepest sympathy and our love,.
Betty Moore
Judy
Sorry to read of your dear Mom’s passing.It is never easy to loose a parent.May her soul rest in peace
Condolences to all the family
Janet and Roseanne, thinking of you both and your families during this very difficult time. Often,you have both shared wonderful stories of your beautiful mother. Wishing we could be with you for support. Sending love, Paula and Blaine
To the MacDonald Family
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
I have wonderful memories of her smile, chats and the lovely friendship she shared with my mom.
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Jackie
Janet and Chris!
So sorry for the loss of your mother! We had such fun with her on Smithville Crescent back in the day! She was the sweetest!
Heather and Peter Cornick
Roseanne and family
So sorry for your loss. Your Mom was always so pleasant.
Thinking of you during this sad time.
Maria & Jim Graham
Paul and family.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I have many memories of your mom at bingo at the Elks or a party with my folks
Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Dear Janet, Chris, Judy and families
Deepest condolences on the passing of your beautiful mother. Being fortunate to have your mom in your lives for such a long time makes saying good bye much harder. She lived a wonderful long life and was truly loved. Love to all.
A truly beautiful lady, both inside and out.
Rest in Peace, Mrs. McDonald.
Love to all of your family.
God Bless.
Liz and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom.
She was a wonderful lady and we always enjoyed visiting her when we returned home.
She lived a full life surrounded by a wonderful family!
RIP Mrs McDonald
Roseanne, Judy, Janet, Elizabeth, Paul and Jim
We were so sad to hear of Aunt Carmel’s passing. I have so many fond memories of her and I love that my kids had the opportunity to get to know her while they visited Nanny Gertie. They fondly referred to her as Poppy’s aunt who was always happy and never forgot to give them each $5 when they were leaving. You are all in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Dear Liz, and Family,
Diana and I were very sad to hear of the passing of your dear Mother.
Though she lived a good long life, it’s always hard to say goodbye to someone so dear to us.
We’re sure you all have very fond memories of her and she will live in your hearts forever
Please accept our sincere, heartfelt condolences for you and your family.
Your friends,
Dan & Diana Chicoyne
Roseanne, Judy, Janet, Elizabeth, Paul and Jim, we were so sorry to hear of Aunt Carmel’s passing. She was such a lovely woman and will be greatly missed. We feel fortunate to have seen her in September when we were home. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Jill Casey and Gavin Crutcher
For Roseanne and family
Libby and I are so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. We know she meant everything to you and how much she will be missed. Peace to you and your family.
So sorry to learn of Carmel’s passing. Sure you have many pleasant memories to get you through this difficult time.
Karen and family, so sorry for your loss. I hope your many wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time. Thinking of you, praying for you. God bless.
To the McDonald Family
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Many great memories of living in the west end and being neighbours. Hope memories of happy times spent together bring you all comfort. She was a good person, a lovely woman and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Finch and Jeannie Martin
Janet and Chris we are thinking about you and your family and wishing you peace and comfort in wonderful memories of your mom. Please gather strength from your many friends who cannot be there in person due to these strange times but are with you in their thoughts..
Sending my peace and condolences to Janet, Paul, and the incredible circle of family members including the Casey and the MacDonald families. What a beautiful life and family, may she RIP.
To all of the McDonald & Casey family:
Please accept my condolence on that sweet lady that I was so fortunate to know from the Elks Club Bingo days.
May she Rest in Peace.
Sincerely, Joan (Wadden) Hann
We were so sad to hear of Carmel’s passing. Our most sincere condolences to Brenda. ( Bill,) Maureen, Eileen, Jim and all of Carmel’s family.. keeping you all in prayer. Sending you hugs and love.
My deepest condolences on the passing of your mother.
Maureen, Roseanne and families. So sorry to hear of Carmels passing.. Have fond memories of her when we were young.. She was a lovely lady.
Janet and family
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mother.. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time..
Brenda and Clyde
Judy/Janet and family, So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She had a full and wonderful life filled with love and care from her family. Cherish her memory and the good times you had.
Even though we only met a few times, it was obvious Mrs. McDonald was a generous and kind spirit. Our deepest sympathies.
Jim, Eileen, Brenda , Maureen and families, Cathy and I extend our deepest sympathies to you all on the passing of your beloved sister Carmel. Your family has certainly endured a very challenging and sorrowful year. May Gold hold Carmel in his eternal peace.
Kevin
Marge & I send our sincere condolences to your families on the passing of your lovely mother. She leaves us her always happy smile to remember and help us through this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Janet, Roseanne and families
My sincere sympathy to you on the passing of your Mom . She was a lovely woman and I always enjoyed my little chats with her when I saw her.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Barb mosher
So sorry to hear of Carmel’s passing. She was a wonderful neighbour at Brentwood and was dearly respected by all. My condolences to the family.
Janet and Family..…..so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She was a wonderful and thoughtful lady who always seemed to have a caring smile for others. I have wonderful memories of her from Thompson Place. Although this is a difficult time, try to be comforted by the fact that she lived a long life surrounded, comforted and supported by a large, strong and loving family. Please accept my sincerest condolences.
Clarence
We are saddened to hear of the passing of such a gracious lady. We extend our deepest condolences to all the McDonald family.
Sincerely,
Vince and Dolores Withers
Liz and family. So sorry to have heard of your Mom’s passing. From what I have heard from Liz she was ONE GREAT LADY. To live to a great age of 94 says a lot about her. May she REST IN PEACE. God Bless to all. Darlene Raney
Roseanne and family
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a lovely lady and will always remember her as someone who enjoyed her life to the fullest with such a positive attitude and a good laugh. You were so good to her. Know you and the family will miss her presence in your lives. Thinking about you all. Regina Angel
Roseanne and the McDonald /Casey families. Our sincere condolences on the loss of such a beautiful and loving woman. Brian and Cathy Healy.
So said to hear of Carmel’s passing! It was always great to visit with Carmel when we returned home for a visit. I was always impressed how great her children cared for her. Aunt Carmel will be missed! Condolences to all from Paul and Cheryl.
Janet and siblings,
Sincere condolences to all of you and the Caseys on your Mom’s passing. She was always a pleasure to chat with and always had a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Deedee
Condolences, Helen Hawley Walsh.
Roseanne and family, so difficult to lose the physical presence of someone you love so dearly. May the many treasured memories of your Mom comfort and give you peace. Take care.
I was very blessed to get to know Carmel this past year. As we started chatting each day in her room we come to realize that she had been a good friend with my grandmother and grew up with my other grandmother; as she chatted she realized that I was the little one that my grandmother would talk about and that she met my mother before she passed in her young life. We shared many memories of St. Patrick’s. I will truly miss Carmel and her beautiful smile. I will treasure the memories that she shared with me.
Denise Tucker Bradley
Dietary Aide
Cambridge Estates
Paul, Janet and family, thinking of you at this time. So sorry for your loss.
To the McDonald family,
So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. It is never easy to say good bye, but we know your memories of the many wonderful times you’ve shared with your Mom will comfort you in the weeks and months to come. Take care, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy, Eileen, and Family,
So sorry to hear of Carmel’s passing.. I have many fond memories of Carmel and all the Casey family.
Roseanne, Bob and family. We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a beautiful lady and a pleasure to talk with. Please accept our sincerest sympathy. Art and June King
Judy and family, we have fond memories of your mother and her happy smile. She is a treasure to be always remembered. Take comfort you have a wonderful family to support all during this time. Our deepest sympathy…Cynthia and Rick.
Paul and family, condolence on your Mom’s passing. Cherish all your loving memories. She will always be near and dear to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Fly high with the angels.
Roseanne and family, So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Dave and Karen
Roseanne we are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I met your Mom many years ago through my parents, Michael and Frances Carey of Corner Brook, they always spoke so highly of your Mom and Dad. Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family. Rest in peace Carmel.
“Remembering your wonderful mother and wishing you comfort
Love Anne Casey and family
Liz, sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. A lovely lady who always had a smile on her face!
Roseanne, Janet, Judy and families, our sincere condolences on your mom’s passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Barry & Glenda Wilkins
To Judy and all the McDonald family, so sorry to hear of your moms passing. It is never easy to lose a parent no matter what age. Cherish all the wonderful memories you had together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Elizabeth and all the family. Sincere condolences to you all at this sad time. I’m not sure I believed she was ever going to leave us. She was a delightful lady who so enjoyed her family, her friends and life. Itself.. She’ll continue to bring smiles to us all as we remember her. Rest In Peace Carmel
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Great childhood memories growing up in the neighbourhood. My sincere condolences.
Rick Bowering
A lady who has shared happiness all her life to her family and friends ,You will be missed by many Carmel .
To the Families please accept our sincere condolences.
Robyn & Gerard Healey
With deepest sympathy – keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn Devereaux Hennessey
Judy & Family –
So sorry to hear about your Mom – thinking of you and sending you our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Marie & Brian Hurley
Liz,Gary and the Mcdonald family.
Please accept our sincere condolences on your mothers passing..
Judy and Lloyd Melendy
Judy, so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. We are thinking of you and praying for your family. Your memories of her will be very comforting to you.
My heartfelt and deepest condolences to Carmel’s family and closest friends. She was a beautiful soul and a loving mother, grandmother and friend. I loved spending time with her when she visited Liz and Gary in Washington, DC. We had many laughs and I always felt like I was part of the McDonald clan when I with her (and her lovely children). She will be sorely missed, but I know her wonderful memories will fill our hearts forever. Sending love and hugs from Ottawa.
To our dear McDonald family, we are sending along our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of a lovely lady. We recall so many happy and great memories while spending time at your family home on Thompson Pl. Your Mom was a beautiful sweet lady and we know your happy memories will last a lifetime. Big hugs to all of you today and always. Glenn and Elaine
To all family members. You were all so fortunate to have such a precious and remarkable in. Everyone who had any connection with Carmel loved her sense of humour and her wonderful smile.. she will be missed but never forgotten. She also got back all the love she gave her family as they looked after her continuously . She will be remembered forever.
Dear Judy and McDonald families,
Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of your most loved mother ‘Carmel’.
It will take time to come to terms with loosing your mom. Be strong and know that your wonderful happy memories will get you through.
May she rest in rest.
Pat and Peter Hutton
Roseanne, Elizabeth, Jim, Janet, Judy and Paul:
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear Aunt Carmel. We will forever miss her lovely smile, her lilting laugh, and her entertaining family stories. She was a most kind and gentle soul. Our hearts go out to all of you as you grieve her loss.
To all Carmel’s devoted family our sincere condolences on the loss of a beautiful lady.
To Jim, Lynda & Ian, Roseanne, Liz, Janet, Judy, Paul and All the families:
Heartfelt condolences on your Mom Carm’s passing.
Please accept deepest sympathies from all the Greenes.
A truly wonderful woman and family, and may she now rest in peace with Kevin!
Kindest regards,
Joe…
So sorry to hear of Carm’s passing.
Roseanne and family
Please accept our sincere condolences
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Barb, Carl and Paul
So sorry to hear about Carm. She was a lovely neighbor and a good friend to my family when we all lived on Water Street. Carolyn Dalton
Roseanne, Janet, Jim and Family;
Our condolences on the passing of your mother,, she had a long life full of goods times, always supported by a loving family.
To all Carmel’s family,, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. For sure, she was a wonderful person. Always with that beautiful smile! It was such a pleasure to chat with her. She loved a good laugh! She has been missed at Brentwood and I know will be greatly misses by all her family and friends. I hope all your wonderful memories will get you through the difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.
Paul and family. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Colin and Bonnie Brophy
A smile always on her face.We had great times at Brentwood.Condolences to all family
To Roseanne and all the family. So sorry to here of your Mom’s passing, she was a beautiful lady and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at the time.
So sorry to hear about Mrs. McDonald’s passing. I know you all have wonderful memories to get you through this difficult time and to carry on in your hearts. May she rest in peace.
To Uncle Jim and the McDonald family, I was so saddened to hear of Nanny Mac’s passing. I will miss her so much; her presence always lit up the room and I loved catching up with her whenever I was home. I will cherish all the memories spent with her throughout the years. Thinking of you all and sending my love.
Lothian Taylor
South Korea
So sorrow to hear of Carmel’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time
To the family,
Sending our deepest condolences at this difficult time. It was a pleasure to have been neighbours with Mrs. McDonald on Thompson Place for many years. She was a truly wonderful lady. God bless to all.
Sharon and Brenda Power
So sorry to hear of Carmel’s passing. She certainly was a a. wonderful caring loving person. Our Condolences to all Carmel’s loving family and to her Casey family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.. Sincerely Bill & Lorna
To the McDonald Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. This is no doubt a difficult time for you all but may you find comfort in the wonderful memories you’ve shared over the many years. To be 94 is certainly a celebration of life! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Anne & Peter
Sorry to hear of your moms passing Judy. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Kay Whitten and family.
Roseanne, I was saddened to hear of your dear Mom’s passing. Your could always hear the love in your voice as you spoke so fondly of her. Your family was so blessed to have your”Mommy” with you for 94 years. Take care of each other now . Pat
My thoughts and prayers are with all Carmel’s family. I have had the pleasure of working with her at Cambridge Estates. She had the most beautiful smile that would light up any room. She was an angel on earth and now and angel in heaven. RIP sweetheart see you someday
Judy and family, sincere condolences on the loss of your mom whom you spoke so lovingly of many times during our meetings. Take care, miss seeing you. Margaret and Tom Philpott
To the McDonald family
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of such a beautiful, caring, loving and devoted woman. She was a loving and devoted friend to my mom Josephine as well as a fellow hairdresser. Such a tremendous loss. May the love of family and friends help comfort you.
Joanne Simms
Judy, Glen and all the McDonald family. I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
So sorry to hear about the death of Carmel
She was a beautiful woman
I’m sure she will be sadly missed
Sincerely Judy Hawkins (Casey)
Liz, Garry & all of the family so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing . May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have. R I P Rita & John Jardine Halifax Nova Scotia
So very sorry for loss .my thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very sad time
Deepest sympathy
Betty Raymond
To Paul and Family
Very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.
Rosanne
so sorry to hear of your Moms death My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Janet Ivey
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Peace will find you all..
Harv and Liz Bishop
Nova Scotia
Roseanne & Family:
Our Sincerest condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. I knew Kevin & Carmel through the CN Pensioners, as they were active members. We always had a chat about the railway whenever we met socially.
Sincerely.
Anne & Keith Peddle
Roseanne, Liz, Jim, Janet, Judy, Paul & families,
I was so sorry to hear the news of your mother’s passing. An enormous loss to you all.
Carmel was like no other; a role model of love, kindness, generosity and devotion. She could light up a room with her sense of style and that unmistakable twinkle in her eye.
Along side Kevin, she raised a wonderful family and left you an abundance of precious memories that I’m sure will bring you comfort in the times ahead.
I am grateful to have known her.
Susan Green
Janet , Judy, Roseanne and families,
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.. I have so many fond memories of her. Please know I am thinking of you all at this very difficult time .
Sincerely
Dale Abbott
Very sorry to hear about Carmels passing. Just a Great Great person who always had a smile on her face. She was Really Loved by so many people and she had a Wonderful Life. Rest in peace and you will be certainly Missed by so many People.
Keith Casey
Thailand
We wish to express our sincere condolences to the family of Carmel MacDonald .
Roseanne and family, we are so saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Let all of your memories comfort and give you strength in the days to follow.
Sincerely,
Christine/Bill Martin and family