John (Bill) Wilson Donnachie

10/14/2019

Passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 at Cambridge Memorial Hospital.

Survived by his loving wife of 70 years; Mary (née Patterson), son John Donnachie (Lily), daughter Barbara Enright (David) granddaughters Becky Wood (Ken) and Jennifer Enright, grandsons Andrew Donnachie and Alexander Donnachie and great granddaughter Arya. Sadly missed by his brother Rowan Donnachie and his sisters Margaret Trupp and Jean Donnachie.

Born in Ayrshire, Scotland and immigrated to Canada as a small child with his parents and brother. He spent his youth in New Brunswick and attended the University of New Brunswick, School of Social Work in Halifax and Mount Allison University.

John worked in mental health services in New Brunswick, Sudbury General Hospital and in various capacities with the Family and Children’s Services of Waterloo Region for over 30 years. He also served in the Army Militia as an officer.

After retirement John engaged in some volunteer work while enjoying golf and curling. He was a member Trillium United Church in Preston, Ontario.

Cremation has taken place and a private family memorial will be held at a later date. Please visit John's obituary notice on Facebook.

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Cathy Robitaille

10/25/2019 09:05:34 am

Dear Mary and family. Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you all. I was sad to hear of Uncle Bill’s death. I remember our many ‘Sear clan’ reunions with pride and happiness! Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers! Much love! Cathy, Brent, Katelyn, Lydia, Miriam and chocolate lab Nellie (Penetanguishene)

Irene and Ron Farkas

10/25/2019 10:13:11 am

Dear Barb and Dave and family. What I remember of your Dad when we were teens is he never raised his voice. He was a kind and welcoming person. Hang onto your many good memories. May he rest in peace. Our condolences to you and family.

Bruce and Jackie Hartrick

10/31/2019 02:41:42 pm

John, our deepest and sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Bruce and Jackie Hartrick

Rob McGrigor

10/31/2019 04:55:49 pm

My condolonces jake
Rob and Susie

Pamela Gillespie

10/31/2019 05:54:17 pm

My condolences Mary, Barb and John. I will always remember all the good times you shared with my Mom and Dad - the Military Ball, card games at the farm. Always enjoyed your visits to our farm. Sincerely Pam Gillespie

Kathryn Bowman

10/31/2019 06:14:46 pm

Dear Mary and family. my sincere condolences. Cherish your memories, talk about him often

Ken Carter

11/1/2019 02:34:04 pm

I have very fond memories of Bill from working at F&CS beginning in 1976. He was a class act, respected by all staff. My condolences to his family.

Jean E Fretz

11/4/2019 01:47:14 pm

I worked with Mr Donnachie at Family & Childen's Services. I always appreciated his insights and caring. A special man. My sincere condolences to his family.

Lovina Duguid

11/4/2019 09:26:42 pm

Fondly referred to as Mr. D at Family & Children’s Services, I remember Bill as a kind and gentle soul. My deepest condolences to Mary and the family. May he Rest In Peace.

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