So sorry to hear of "Moes" passing. I met "Moe" when he bowled with the N.S.P.C. team of Al Kaiser, Doug Spencer, Lester Milton and Ray Ivany. Not a lot of teams could beat them (they were that good) and were always fun to bowl against. "Moe's" humor was a delight and He was always a treat to be around. My condolences to his family on the loss of a great man. - Kevin McNeil.

To Jacque and family  just read it moes passing. I am so sorry as more and I were neighbours and played together as children growing up ie cowboys a ndindians baseball and hockey. We went to school and university together we also had different career journeys that resulted in our not keeping in touch. Many happy memories of my dear friend and neighbour and you Jacque whom he so loved.   With our condolences and prayers. Terry and Gerrie Christopher.  Contact. 613769-0405and tchristopher5160@gmail.com

Moe gave me my first job out of journalism school, a commission to write a series of articles. He was kind and reassuring and made me feel like I had a place in the profession.

He and Jackie were wonderful friends to my Uncle Stan and Aunt Margaret over the years.

My sincere condolences to his family.

Susan Campbell

Sorry to hear of Uncle Moe's passing, the patriarch of the MacDonald clan (as I know it).  I am fortunate to have known such an interesting man - larger than life.  I am grateful for his due care and attention he bestowed towards my mother (and youngest sister).

Condolences to cousins Shaun, Kim, Tracy,  Aunt Jackie & Moe's family & friends.

Kris Marshall & Family

So sorry to hear about Moe's passing.  He was such a lovely man - so warm and friendly and funny.  He and Jackie treated me royally when I visited them in Antigua a few years ago - I'm glad i got to spend that time with Moe and to taste his fabulous lasagne!  He will be so missed.  Hugs and care to all the family.

Jackie and Family,
Colleen and I were shocked to learn of Moe's passing and we are truly sorry for your huge loss.I always remember you coming by Preston St. over the years and Moe's infectious smile and wit was a fond memory I will always remember about him.I was always amazed at the family connection we had where it was always stated that somehow we were double cousins through both his Mom and His Dad, (whom I was named after but i forget why Mom changed the spelling from Shaun to Shawn )I am not sure how we were double cousins,  but I can always remember Mom stating it to alot of people over the years.
Anyway,again,sorry for your loss,
Shawn and Colleen Cassidy

Sorry to hear that Moe has passed. My condolences to Jackie and family.

He was one of the finest people I ever worked with and his smile, both on the bad days and good days, was contagious.

He also had very good taste in music and I’ll always remember a wonderful evening Mary and I spent with him and Jackie at a Diana Krall concert. 

Always remember the good times!


Shaun, Kim, Tara and families, so sorry for the loss of such an important part of your family.  The memories you have shared will bring comfort through the years, take care
Lisa Aucoin (Arlene's sister)

Our Deepest Sympathy to The Family, Bill and Helen Stone 

Jack Coleman

May I offer condolences to Moe's family. Moe and I were neighbors in the late forties and early to mid fifties on Intercolonial street . I remember especially the street hockey games and little league baseball with Moe and Gerry. The last time that I met Moe was at a funeral in Sydney. Growing up in the north end of Sydney was certainly special . Many friendships were formed . Memories will last forever and the Mac Donald family on Intercolonial Street will be one of those memories. 

Moe and I met the first day of school at Sacred Heart on York St. We were in Mrs/Miss MacNeil's pre-primary. We became full primary in January. We were together for six grades, then again at Xavier Junior College in Sydney and at St. F.X.  When I remember Moe, I remember gentleness with a touch of humour and willingness to help. There were conversations from time to time about his father the reporter. Moe and I crossed paths when he worked in Halifax, when he lived in Cornwallis Park and again in Halifax. Our last chat was in front of the Halifax library a few years back when he was describing how pleased he was with the accomplishments of one of his grandchildren.

Alex Morrison 
Sydney/North Sydney/Cornwallis Park

Sorry to read of Moe's passing.Condolences to Jackie and family.Cherish the wonderful memories you have of him.              Rose Comeau



Jackie and family
Kindly accept my sincerest sympathies on the passing of  Maurice. I have not seen him for years but not too long ago going through Annapolis county and Cornwallis I wondered where he was at.

He was  GREAT GUY. Good sense of humor  Sorry. 

Clarice and Louis,
    

Jackie and Family,
So sorry to hear about Moe’s passing.  Our thoughts are with you. 
David & Patricia Hiltz 


To Jackie and family.   I was very sorry to read of Moe’s passing. The north end of Sydney is where most of the MacDonald clan gathered  for festivities in the earlier days. Whether it was “81” Charlotte or   Intercolonial Street, good times and fond memories were always had by all. Although I was just a little girl when you all went to Halifax, my parents, John and Flossie McPhee, would always have wonderful stories of the north end of Sydney and the clan MacDonald “The Rods” who lived there.   My sincere sympathy and much love,  Mary McPhee

Dear Jackie, and family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of Moe's passing.
We get to know a lot of people as we move through our lives, and Moe was among the very finest, in my books.
I will always remember and cherish our time together, sharing laughs at the expense of our employers - mostly the government - and the (admittedly somewhat wild) golf trips. We were lucky to have Moe with us for his unfailing good humour and his incredible, often pointed, wit. He was also the voice of reason, and we needed that from time-to-time, too.
My heartfelt sympathies to you, your children, grandchildren and your and Moe's extended family.
I count myself a fortunate man to have had the privilege of calling Moe my friend.
With love;
Jim Vibert.

A time to shed a tear and a smile.  So many amazing memories,  Moe was a person with integrity and great humor.  I send much Love to my dearest friend Jackie.  Barb

Wish I had a nickel for every time I played our seasonal sports (catch and street hockey) with Moe on Intercolonial Street. He was a gentleman even at ten years old.

Jackie: Janice and I were so saddened to read of Moe's passing earlier this week . I immediately thought of tons of great memories and fun that we all had in past years, particularly with our mutual friends . Moe was one-of-a-kind with his wonderful sense of humor and his kindness to all who were privileged to have known him. He was extremely proud of Kim, Tracy and Shaun and I am sure that he also deeply treasured your grandchildren . Please take comfort in knowing that Moe touched many people and that all have fond memories of him. Our best wishes to you, Kim, Tracy, and Shaun .            
                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                              Doug Spencer

To the Family of the late Moe MacDonald, I offer my sincere condolences for your loss. 
I worked with Moe at the Halifax Herald and Nova Scotia Power. He was likeable, entertaining and competitive particularly at bowling and golf. I liked and respected Moe. His loss saddens me.

We are so saddened by Moe's death. When we all lived in Halifax it was so easy to get together despite our busy lives, but time and distance has made that difficult. Now that we once again live in Sydney we frequently drive by  the old house on Intercolonial Street and it brings back such golden memories. The world was a better place for having Moe in it and he shall be deeply missed. Our deepest condolences. Allan and Lorna MacDonald

My sincere condolences to Moe's family. I got to know him when I worked at The Canadian Press in Halifax and he was on the desk at the Herald. Often I worked on the night desk so were in constant communication about various stories  Herald reporters were working on and CP was interested in. He was always pleasant and very helpful. Later I met him at various times when reporters gathered  for a pint and he was highly regarded both by his colleagues at the newspaper and other media outlets in the city.

Dear Jackie and family. Miriam and I were saddened

to read of Moe’s recent passing. I ve always thought of you two as a role model for a good marriage and loving partnership. Moe was a good friend, mentor, confidente  and one of the kindest, most compassionate people that I ve ever had the pleasure to know. Jackie was the love of his life and together they raised a wonderful family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the MacDonald family at this most difficult time. God bless.

OBITUARY

Maurice "Moe" Francis MacDonald

7 November, 1940 – 5 October, 2022

JA Snow Funeral Home

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