William Dean McDonald
Posted By Sobering Funeral Chapel On September 26, 2022 @ 1:54 pm In Obituaries | 33 Comments
January 21, 1961 – September 25, 2022
Surrounded by love, near and far, Dean set out on his journey to the Next Place on Sunday, September 25, 2022.
Keeping him close in their hearts are his “bride” Heather, son Tanner (Kaitlyn), son Reed (Jodi), grandkids Ava and Jack, mom Tanis, sisters Kim and Lee and their families, and the Feilberg families. Dean was predeceased by his dad, Donnie, as well as much loved family members and friends.
Born in Pine Falls, MB, Dean later moved to Whitemouth for the remainder of his school years. Always competitive, Dean participated in track and field, baseball, curling, and fishing – achieving success at all levels. Dean developed a passion for fishing after spending much time on the water with his Grandpa and Dad.
Most of Dean’s work life was with Sunterra Horticulture as plant manager and then as vice president of operations. Dean developed strong friendships with his work family as he helped to build the company from the ground up, both in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Dean had numerous loves, some of which were: *“Going to Gun” to spend time with family and friends, especially August Long Reunions, *trips to Naples to golf with his Bear’s Paw gang, *walks with Lewis, *Pepsi and sweets. Above all else, Dean loved his family.
We would like to offer our gratitude to the medical professionals at CancerCare MB and the medical staff at Bethesda Regional Health Centre.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday. October 2 at 2:00 p.m. at the Whitemouth Recreation Centre, Whitemouth, MB.
For those who wish to do so, please consider making a donation to: Bethesda Regional Health Centre
CancerCare Program , 316 Henry St.,Steinbach, MB, R5G 0P9.
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So many good memories that I will cherish both in Whitemouth and Pine Falls. Till we meet again my friend. RIP.
Our deepest condolences to the family
Our deepest condolences to the McDonald families.
Dean was a good man. When times were tough he did the the little things that didn’t go without notice, like checking in with a phone call to make sure everything was ok. That’s what good friends do. I will miss my hunting buddy this fall but will always have great memories and even better stories. Condolences to Heather, Tanner & Reed.
Dean was one of a kind. He will be missed
Sending our sincerest sympathy to the McDonald Families in the loss of your loved one.
I was so sorry to hear about Dean’s passing. I remember him and his family moving to Whitemouth. What an athlete. And a friend to many. It’s hard to believe our classmate has gone. Thinking of the McDonalds and Feilbergs with love.
My Condolences to All the Family He Was A Great Friend , Many Memories Great times!! You will be Missed
Our sympathies to you all. Kelvin and Kim Korlak
My Prayers and Thoughts are with The Mc Donald Family .
It has always been a sadness within me , that we lost touch Dean. I wish I could say this to you now! But I never had the courage! I’m sorry,
Heather, I am very sorry for your loss and to the McDonald Family! So many hours you and I spent travelling to East Braintree and back in our youth, I often wonder if you still listen to John Denver once in a while! I am glad you found love and happiness in your life! No more “Looking for Space”.
Tanis…..
When someone we love becomes a memory, that memory
becomes a blessing ! You are in my thoughts and prayers .
Love Janice .
So sad to hear about Deans passing. Too young. After many years had passed after we were in school together, heard from Dean on Facebook. Was nice to chat with him and hear about his life and family. My heartfelt condolences to Heather, boys and families, Tanis, Kim, Lee and families, we know the pain you are feeling.
To Mrs. McDonald and The McDonald Family,
I have known all of you since you first moved to Whitemouth. I am so very sorry for your loss. I extend my deepest sympathy. It is my wish for you that the memories of Dean bring you peace and comfort in the days to come. I will be in touch.
Love,
Margit MacCharles (nee Kunz) and Family
My condolences to the family. Tanis, my heart hurts for you.
Charlene
Deepest condolences to the family
Heather, so sorry to hear about Dean’s premature passing. I often think about you and Dean and although its been awhile, I still treasured our relationship.
Kerry McDonald
My deepest condolences to the McDonald family.Tanis my heart is breaking for you in the loss of your dear son Dean.He will be reunited with his Dad Donnie who will greet him with open arms.May all your wonderful memories somehow sustain you all in your time of sorrow.
Love & hugs Marlyn
Dear Heather and family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear about the passing of Dean.
Sending our condolences and hugs to you and all the family.
The memories of our days at Whitemouth school have come flooding in. He lived his life well.
With sympathy
Pat and Bob McVeigh
My deepest condolences to all the family.
Deepest sympathies to Heather and your boys and family and to Tanis and her family RIP Dean
Our deepest condolence to Heather and family .
We are so sorry to hear of your loss
A sad, sad day. Farewell to the “Golden Boy of the Class of ’79”. Gentle flight dear Dean.
Ray and Mary Steinhoff
So sorry to hear of Dean’s passing so early in life. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences to all the family.
Kim I’m sorry for your loss . your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest condolences to the McDonald Family.
So very sorry to hear of Dean’s passing.
Sending our deepest sympathy to the McDonald family.
Heartfelt condolences to the family and everyone who knew him. Rest peacefully in paradise Dean.
I’m so sad to hear of Dean’s passing. He was my neighbour and classmate in Pine Falls, and one of those people that I just clicked with as a friend. We recently reconnected, and it seems like just yesterday when we were talking about the sustainability of peat. My condolences to the whole McDonald family.
We were so very sorry to hear about Dean’s passing.
Our deepest condolences to Heather, Reed, Tanner and your families.
My deepest condolences to the McDonald and Feilberg families, the news of Dean’s passing was heart breaking and unbelievable. Way to young, Rest In Peace Dean!
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