Obituary of Bobby MacDonald

Joseph “Bobby” MacDonald Glace Bay It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of Bobby MacDonald, age 80, on January 5,2021 at Celtic Court, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late John and Lorena (Spencer) MacDonald. Bobby was the manager for the K-Mart Cafeteria for 25 years, until his retirement. He was a proud member of KOC and was on the board of directors for the Seton Foundation. Bobby enjoyed playing darts and tarbish (cheating sometimes) and spending time with his grandchildren, playing games and being outside. Bobby loved Christmas and enjoyed decorating the house. Bobby is survived by his children, Joe (Louanne), Greg (Mary), Ron, Ken (Josie), Rosanne (Frank), Juanita (Morgan); his 12 wonderful grandchildren, Nicole, Aaron, Curtis, Christina, Bethany, Brandon, Sarah, Hailey, Myles, Alyssa, Myah and Ava; his precious great grandchildren, Cohen, Emma and Raeden. He is also survived by his siblings, Agnes, Cecilia, Janice, Ann, and Johnny as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife, Rosalie (Timmons); siblings, John ‘Dookie’ Kathleen, Rose, Shirley, Melissa “Honey’ Theresa and Melvin. The family would like to thank the staff of Celtic Court especially Myrna Phillips for all their support and compassion given to dad over the years. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 8, 2021 at TJ Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists,370 Reserve St. Glace Bay, NS (902-849-4199) with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Burial at a later date in Calvary Cemetery, Bridgeport. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, social distancing and masks are mandatory. Seats are limited.