Obituary of John Daniel Donnie MacNEIL

April 10, 1942 – Glace Bay, Nova Scotia August 10, 2015 – Calgary, Alberta John Daniel “Donnie” MacNeil beloved husband of Linda MacNeil of Calgary, AB passed away suddenly on Monday, August 10, 2015 at the age of 73 years. Donnie was born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia on April 10, 1942. His love of working on vehicles led him to a twenty-seven year military career with the Royal Canadian Air Force as a mechanic. He was a very family oriented man and loved spending time with his family at his cottage on Georgian Bay in Ontario. Donnie is survived by his loving wife Linda; his daughter Shannon MacNeil (Alan); his son Shawn (Penny); and Sister Ann Marie (Clifford). Donnie was predeceased by his parents, Anna and Mickey MacNeil; and his brother Michael MacNeil. Donnie will be greatly missed by his wife Linda, whom he was married to for 35 years. Donnie met Linda in Trenton, Ontario while he was posted there. Donnie moved to Calgary with the military in 1985, and retired there in 1987. Husband, father, and brother, Donnie will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched. Donnie was selfless in the way he demonstrated caring towards the important people in his life. He was always thinking of others before thinking of himself. He had a sense of humour that couldn’t be denied, and always enjoyed making others laugh, especially when they were feeling upset. His advice and life experience were valued by his daughter and numerous others, who sought out his opinion in important matters in life. He was always there for the ones he cared for and will be remembered as one of the most loving individuals we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Until we meet again. A Memorial Service will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Airdrie, 300 Towerlane Drive, Airdrie, Alberta) on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Canadian Diabetes Association, #204, 2323 – 32nd Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3 Telephone: (403) 266-0620, ext. 112, www.diabetes.ca. or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 – 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca. In living memory of Donnie MacNeil, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Airdrie, 300 TOWERLANE DRIVE, AIRDRIE, AB. Telephone: 403-948-1100