Obituary of Donald "Donnie" Leo Byrne

Donald “Donnie” Leo Byrne 1977-2024 Glace Bay, N.S. It is with insurmountable grief and heartache, we announce the untimely passing of Donnie Byrne, 46, on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Donnie was a very kind, thoughtful person who was always there to help anyone in need and who always put others before himself and would give you the shirt off his back. The people who were lucky enough to know him will miss his big, bright, beautiful smile and those amazing hugs. He was an extremely hard-working man who excelled at everything he did whether it was becoming an LPN, Process Engineer, or Underground Supervisor at the Diavik Diamond Mine where he was respected and admired greatly by all: But his most treasured role was being an absolute amazing DAD. He truly lived and breathed for his boys. He is survived by loving parents Joe and Madonna (Mama Bear), sister and best friend Bobbi (Greg), who he called his rock, niece Emma (Justin) who he loved like a daughter, great nieces Rilynn, Grace and Brielle and a great nephew Sidney; his love and his partner Lynette MacNeil; the most precious people in his life his boys Nathan (Megan) Byrne and Anthony Byrne, as well as his first grandbaby on the way due January 2025 and he was over the moon to meet him/her. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Special friends Dannie (Laurie) Byrne and Craig King meant alot to Donnie. He was predeceased by maternal grandparents Donald and Mary (Cooke) McPherson and Paternal grandparents Leo and Mary (McInnis) Byrne, as well as aunts and uncles. As per Donnie’s wishes, a private (immediate family only) viewing will be held, followed by cremation. “Donnie you are loved beyond measure,” and our hearts will forever be broken until we are all together again. We will miss you and always remember your smile and wonderful hugs. Love you Forever! Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and compassion of T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, Glace Bay. Words of comfort may be expressed to the family by www.tjtracey.com.