My condolences to Donnie, children, Hazel and all who loved Paula.  She was a vivid part of my childhood in Inverness.  Hugs to all of you.

Judy (White) Conrad

Jason & family,

Annie and I are very sad to heard from the passing of your Mother. Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Annie & Yves


Dear MacKinnon Family,

I am very sad to have heard from Jason the passing of her loving Mom. Please accept our deepest acondolences. Our hearts goes out to you during this difficult time.   May you find peace courage and comfort.  I will always remember her kindness and the walk on the beach and the cookies she liked to share.  

Steeve Bédard.  Jason's Search and Rescue course mate.






This is the Paula we love and remember; all those shopping days in Florida, the stop by visits that always ended up with "come in, come in, do you want a cup of tea or drink", the get-togethers,  her great smile and laugh, awesome wit and forever welcoming ways.   Till we meet again Paula..  Much love, Linda and Ed

"There are far, far better things ahead, than any we leave behind"
C.S. Lewis

RIP Paula. My condolences to you Donnie and family.

Sending my sincere condolences to  Donnie and family and extended families she was a Gem for sure  RIP Paula

I will never forget the first time I met Paula and Donnie for the first time and it was like we new each other forever. Both Paula and Donnie always make me feel at home when we visited with them in Clearwater and when they came to our home. She was always laughing and making sure we had something to drink and eat anytime we visited with them. And as Dan and I have been together both Paula and Donnie became my Mom and Dad and that is what I call them when we talk as that is how I will always feel about them. And I will always cherish the wonderful times that we spent together. Luv and will miss U Mom/ Paula 🙏❤️

Donnie, Dan, Jason and all extended family.  Sincere condolences to you all on Paula's passing.   Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. 

Our sincere condolences to Donnie and all the family!,
We were saddened to hear of Paula’s passing .may all your wonderful memories help you at this difficult time!,
Sincerely,
Wilson and Pearle Timmons

Dear Donnie and all the family,
I noticed the obituary in the Herald and wished after 43 years to offer a note of consolation to you and all of your loved ones.
I was the new minister in 1977 and presided at Minnie's and Paula's Aunt Jean's funerals.
I remember Paula and you, and Jeannette and Joe as friendly and welcoming,  despite such adverse circumstances.
Paula's photo is becoming and I must say she reminds me of her Mum.
May God hold all of you in the palm of his hand.
Peace...
Reed

We were saddened to hear of Paula's passing,  she was a wonderful person and we will always remember her fondly.  Donnie , Danny and Jason , we are praying for all of you during this difficult time.

Donnie, I was very sorry to learn of Paula's passing.  An old friend from my school days in Inverness. She was always so friendly and  happy to see me whenever out paths crossed, as I was to see her, and you. I never saw one without the other. My sincere condolences to you , your boys and their families.


Condolances to Donnie and your boys on the passing of a wonderful person.Paula was such a happy person all the time and no matter where she would meet you she always had a smile and a nice thing to say to you.Such a happy person.May she RIP.        Deanna Webber,Halifax,N.S.                                                    

Donnie, our sinceres condolences to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers. Love Paul and Anne-Marie MacNeil from Shediac, NB

Sorry for you loss. Paula grew up with me and I am sorry I can not attend the funeral as I’m over in PEI at the time. My sincere condolences to you all. Alexander Mac Quarrie.

So very sorry to learn of Paula's passing, our sincere sympathy to you Donnie & all her family!
Jim & Mary Catherine( MacKinnon) Lyon

Every year nothing would put a smile on face more than when my grandparents made the trek down to sunny Florida to visit for the winter. The excitement I had looking forward to spending my weekends with Grandpa Donnie and Grandma Paula was unmatched. Grandma Paula always knew how to put a smile on my face, from taking me to the Orange Juice factory so we can have some fresh OJ and Ice Cream (I’ll never forget her favorite Key Lime!), to the bike rides around the park, to letting me swim in the community pool, I always had a blast! I would wait all year in anticipation so she could bring some of her famous Grandma Paula cookies. Ill always remember her having her camera and making sure she took hundreds of photos every time she was here. As we get older and look back I wish we could go back and relish in those good times for 5 more minutes.  She will be missed, loved and always remembered. 
As you always said when you left “It’s been a slice kid!”
We Love you Grandma Paula,
Anthony, Doris, Luka & Nikola MacKinnon.

My heartfelt Condolences Donnie to you and your family.  Remembering Paula and all the funny times we had in Florida. Rest well dear friend.
Dawn Grady x

This picture was taken 2 years ago on one of our visits!  Love her smile! 
Sympathies to Donnie, Jason and Danny and the entire family. 😞

Donnie, Danny and Jason. Our sincere condolences to all your family at this very sad time. Hank & Lisa Timmons.

Dear Donnie, Danny & Jason, 
Our sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time. Paula was always so happy and proud  of her boys. We will cherish  the  memories from our Toronto  days when our kids were young .
  She is at rest now, but you will feel her presence in all the little  things you do that made her smile. Rest in peace  friend
Don & Violet  Shaw 

Hi Donnie
So sorry to hear of Paula's passing.  Hope to see you in October in Inverness.

Suzanne & Jack

From my earliest memory...the excitement, love and enthusiasm of having my grandparents come spend time with us in Florida will forever be cherished. Grandma Paula’s humor, sarcasm and wit always drew me in closer (and surely rubbed off a bit). And, who can forget her love of her camera… never further than an arms reach away. That’s why it was especially important to me to have been able to make it to Inverness a few summers ago and not only spend some amazing time with her but get some amazing family photos at one of her favorite places… We miss you, love you and will keep you close in our hearts forever. Daniel & Saleem


I loved Paula. She was one of the friendliest people I know. May she Rest In Peace. Hugs to Donnie & the boys

Uncle Donnie, I remember all the good times we had when our family & myself came to visit and when Aunt Paula would come and visit us in Mississauga. The many barbecues & laughs we had and talks over the years.   She will be missed but I can guarantee she's with my Father now giving him a hard time and picking on him.
She will always be in our hearts and mind.

Love you - Tracey Doherty, Pat Doherty(Quigley)

Donnie & family,  when I was secretary at CRVS in Port Hawkesbury, I remember you speaking so well of your wife and family so this would be a big loss for you.  I send you my sincere sympathy.

Our deepest sympathy to you all . Such a kind lady.  I never forget her she gave me flowers for moms service.  Mom thought a lot of her. , god bless u all 

I was so sad to hear of Paula’s passing.  A truly wonderful person and I am so sorry for your loss.  Her stories and laughter and love will always be remembered.  Love and light.

Donnie, Danny and Jason and family - I came here this morning and found a beautiful face on my screen:  one that filled me with love as if there was no other moment in time.  Paula has been like a mom to me since I moved next door at 21 - a young mom.  No matter where life took me, she was always with me.  Her lessons in life that I cherished so much, her laughter, her very many talents and watching her as a wife and mom.  My children and I were so blessed to live beside such an amazing woman.  I love you!




So saddened to hear of Paula’s passing. A beautiful soul! An incredible, kind, caring and loving lady. My condolences to the family on their loss. 

Very sorry to hear of Paula’s passing. Our condolences to her family and friends. 
Sheila and Allan MacKay

I was so sorry to hear this. Paula was a wonderful person and one of the first people Jamie introduced me to when we started dating in Toronto. My deepest condolences to Donny, Danny and Jason and their families. She has definitely left a huge hole in many hearts. ♥️

My sincere condolences to Donnie and and his family ,She will be remembered for that beautiful smile and her kindness .May she RIP
                                           Judith Gillis 

 Very sorry to hear of the passing of Paula my condolences to all the family. 

To the Mac Kinnon and Moret family so sorry to hear of Paula,s passing she was a wonderful  lady RIP Paula 

Dear Donnie, your sons, Paula’s family and friends.  Paula had a happy personality and was always ready for a laugh.  I offer to you my most sincere condolences as well as strength and courage through prayer.
Sincerely,
Wendy Poirier

I was both shocked and saddened to read of Paula's passing. I offer my sympathy to all her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of much sorrow. I will always remember Paula as a loving and kind neighbour. Every time when i would be strolling one of the kids up the Banks Road, Paula would take time from her busy yard work to come over to say hi, or else, she would invite us over to see her beautiful flowers, She always made the kids feel special. I pray that your faith, and the precious memories each of you hold in your heart, will comfort you during the difficult times ahead.
Love, Jane Gillis

St. Matthews United Cemetery

Inverary Manor

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Minnie Moret

Anthony Moret

Donnie MacKinnon

Besides her loving husband Donnie MacKinnon, Paula is survived by her sons Danny (Sherry), Jason (Colleen), her grandsons Daniel, Anthony (Doris), and her great-grandsons, Saleem, Luka and Niko. Also survived by her brother Joe (Bev) Moret, sister Hazel Deon, brother-in-law Al MacEachern, brother/sister-in-law Robert and Natalie MacKinnon, as well many nieces and nephews. Paula was pre-deceased by her sister Jeanette MacEachern and by her parents Minnie and Anthony Moret.Paula is survived by her loving husband Donnie MacKinnon, her sons Danny (Sherri), Jason (Colleen), her grandsons Daniel, Anthony (Doris), and her great-grandsons, Saleem, Luka and Niko. Also survived by her brother Joe (Bev) Moret, sister Hazel Deon, brother-in-law Al MacEachern, brother/sister-in-law Robert and Natalie MacKinnon, as well many nieces and nephews. Paula was pre-deceased by her sister Jeanette MacEachern and by her parents Minnie and Anthony Moret.

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Paula Margaret MacKinnon

Inverness Funeral Home

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