Dear Peter,
I was very sorry to hear about Ann's death.  We haven't kept in touch very regularly, but it always seems as if there has been no break when we do catch up.  I send my sympathy and best wishes to you and your family.
Karen  (Holmes Eisenhauer)

Peter 
I just received an email from Nancy telling me about Anne. I am shocked as I was unaware that she was ill. I am currently in New York at the UN but when I return I will send a notice out to the rest of the class. Although we were seldom in contact after I left Toronto, Anne and I were good friends in Nursing School. She was a joy at our reunions and she will be missed.
Judy Dickson

Dear Peter,
We were very sorry to hear about your great loss. Unfortunately we didn't know Ann very well but we always enjoyed chatting with her at the family get togethers. She was a very kind & interesting person & she will be missed by many.
Our deepest sympathy to you & your family.
Carmen & Claire Colangeo (Barrie)

So very sorry to read of Rev Ann's passing.  She was a very wonderful lady whom I met when my dad was near death at the Willowgrove Nursing Home in Feb. 2008.  Ann put me at ease with her kind words and even had a chance to speak to my Dad.  She did his funeral and when my uncle passed a few months later, we had her do his funeral also. We all loved her immediately and couldn't thank her enough for being there for us both times. . I just lost a dear friend of mine I've had for 52 years today, and even though am going to miss her dearly, am relieved she is not suffering anymore am sure you all feel the same about your wife, mother and grandmother.  Just think of all the wonderful times you spent together and cherish you memories.  Sincerely with love, Joan Beckerson Hamilton

Dear Peter, I was so sorry to read of Ann's passing and want express my sincere sympathy to you and the family. From our days at LPCI to our recent reconnection through the Cathedral, I have always had the highest respect for Ann. Seeing her at Evensong just a few short weeks ago is a testament to her strength and courage. God bless. Gaynor and David Low

Dear Peter, Please accept our deepest condolences to you and your family at this sad time.

Dear Peter, I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Ann's death. She was such a kind, thoughtful woman and I know she will be deeply missed. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. 

Ar dheis lámh Dé go raibh a hanam dílis 

Angelo

Peter, I am saddened to hear of your loss.  Although I didn't have the privilege of knowing Ann personally, I know she was a strength for you.  I recently heard a comment, "As the weeks and years pass, people may forget what you said, and what you did, but what they will always remember is how you made them feel," and I know she has positively touched the lives of many who will remember her favourably.

My thoughts are with a very special family at a very difficult time.
May the Spirit bless you, comfort, love and keep you ; shine the light 
upon you and give you peace.
Glenn Mallory

Dear Peter,

On behalf of the Hamilton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, please accept our sincerest sympathies for you and your children on the loss of your wife and their Mother. You are in our thoughts at this difficult and sad time. 

Lynn Hutchinson,
on behalf of
HPYO

Dear Peter;

On behalf of the Statistical Society of Canada our sincere condolences to you and your family. 

Michael Evans
President, Statistical Society of Canada

Ann was a strong supporter of the Mothers' Union in Niagara.  Serving as Diocesan Chaplain from 1999 to 2006, Ann supported the members during the 4 year term when the National MU Council was in Niagara.  She and Archdeacon Richard Berryman (who was the National Chaplain) worked together to provide spiritual support and guidance to the members around the diocese and across the country, bringing her unique brand of pastoral care to the National Conference in 2004 hosted at McMaster.  Her quiet wisdom will be missed.

Dear Peter, So sorry to hear. I am again reminded of Krishna's words to Arjuna in the Gita:

"… do not grieve 
for the dead or the living.

Never have I not existed,
nor you, nor these kings;
and never in the future
shall we cease to exist."

Love, and warmest wishes,

Rick

Dear Peter, I am so very sorry to hear this news.  Ann always approached all tasks and activities in her life with such great gusto it was an inspiration to those who knew her.

Dear Peter, I am saddened to hear of the loss of Ann.  She has made a significant contribution to many and her loss will be felt by those whose lives she touched in so many ways.  My thoughts and prayers are with you, Peter.  John Leek -- Whitby, ON

I will always remember Ann's unfailing support for your musical endeavours  and your orchestra. Her wonderful smile, her encouraging words and her  supportive actions will be sadly missed.
Jim McKay, Music Director of Symphony on the Bay

My aunt had so many talents: cross-stitch, knitting, quilting to name a few. She taught me to remember to breathe when standing in front of a large group of people and speaking. She taught me that there is always a different perspective. She taught me to believe in myself. I learned so much from her and I miss her dearly. May she rest in peace.

I will always remember Ann's loving and caring disposition. Her deep sense of commitment to pastoral care was so evident the day my father-in-law passed away. She helped me come to terms with his loss. Thank you, Ann, for also finding Coco for me that day as well. Coco eventually became my new furry four-footed companion and still is today. You will be a huge loss to the Niagara Diocese.

Dear Peter: Our condolences to you and your family. We enjoyed spending time with Ann, in Westdale and up north.She had so much wisdom to share! My mom and dad thought the world of her when she was serving at St. Michael's. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Barb and Joe McGill

Peter and family,  We were saddened to hear of Anne's passing and send our condolences.   Our thoughts and prayers are with you
love
Sandra and Mike Sartor.  (Landell!!!!!)

I am so sorry to learn of Ann's passing. I had the joy of meeting her when she and Peter would visit Sudbury. 

May she rest in peace and rise in Glory.

Love and prayers to the whole Macdonald family.

Ann, now at peace, may you sew a mile a minute with The Lord. Your smile and extended love will be missed.
Irene McDonald - Ancaster Ont

Ann, we will surely miss you at Guild.  Your wonderful sense of humor and your positive outlook on life were always an inspiration to us all.  God bless and keep you.

OBITUARY

The Reverend Ann Copland Macdonald

8 November, 1943 – 13 February, 2014

Marlatt Funeral Home, Swackhamer Chapel

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