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Robert Lesco pledged to donate to Endometrial Cancer Canada
Monday, February 8, 2016
Remembering Avril MacDonald
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stewart robertson posted a condolence
Monday, January 25, 2016
It is my greatest sympathy for the loss of one very special Dr. and Friend through the years of service. You will be missed by so many people especially your family. words cannot express what you"s are going through. will be in our thoughts and prayers. god bless .
From Stewart Robertson .
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Denise Tew posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2016
I, along with members of my family, have been patients of Dr. Avril MacDonald throughout the past 25 years. I feel like I have lost a friend as well as a caring and good doctor who helped me through many crises including a serious cancer episode. We laughed many times together. I will miss her greatly. My heartfelt condolences to family and friends.
Denise Tew
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John B. Trinca donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
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Margaret Kielstra-Newby posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Rest in Peace Dr. MacDonald. You were there for me in tough times & good times. I will miss you. God Bless your family with peace knowing you had faith, you are free of suffering and we will all see you again in heaven.
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Irene and Armando de Sousa posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2016
Dear Grignon and family,
I was so sad to hear of Dr. Avril's passing away in the Goan Voice London UK.
I remember Avril as a little girl in Kenya and I was teaching in the same school as you Grignon.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time. May her soul rest in peace. Avril was such a lovely person and Doctor and she will be sadly missed by everyone.
Love to you all,
Irene and Armando de Sousa
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Felicia Saldanha posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2016
Although I had not met Avril and the rest of the family for so many years I was greatly saddened to hear the news of her death. Looking at the video reminded me of the good days we had in Nairobi and the affection of her entire family especially her mum P. Grignon.
My family and I send you our deepest sympathies and pray that Avril rests in God's peace forever.
Felicia
(P.S. I am Orlando's sister)
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Maria Angeles & Family pledged to donate to Endometrial Cancer Canada
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss
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linda dawson posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2016
i am so sorry to find out too late that she has passed away. I was one of her first patients and she will be greatly missed by me. I would have attended the funeral if I would have known. the website I was using has been broken since December. god be with you and your family.
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Jennifer Grant lit a candle
Saturday, January 9, 2016
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Thinking of you today, Avril. Wishing peace and comfort for your family.
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Sarah Nelson donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Saturday, January 9, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was a bright & positive light in our lives. Her light will never fade in our hearts.
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Mr & Mrs Murdoch lit a candle
Saturday, January 9, 2016
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Mr & Mrs Murdoch posted a condolence
Saturday, January 9, 2016
So sorry for your loss. She was our doctor from the time she set up her practice. Avril took care of us with a lot of compassion.
She will be missed.
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Saturday, January 9, 2016
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Therese & Claude Beauvais posted a condolence
Saturday, January 9, 2016
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the entire family for their loss. Dr. McDonald has been our physician for many years. There is somewhat of a communication barrier for us but she always took the time to make sure that she understood and that we understood what she was saying. She would even speak to us in French. She took the time to be thorough and never rushed anyone out.
"A beautiful life came to an end. She lived and died everyone's friend. In our hearts a memory that will always be kept."
RIP Avril.
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Larry and Heather Smyth donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Friday, January 8, 2016
Our Deepest Sympathy!
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John DiSabatino donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Friday, January 8, 2016
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss
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Elizabeth Haddad and Family donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Friday, January 8, 2016
Our deepest sympathies
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SHARRON AND TOM JOHNSTON posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2016
our very deepest sympathy to the family of our wonderful doctor. She was always
so kind to both of us. and very caring. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at
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Jonathan & Sarah Stone donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Friday, January 8, 2016
With Deepest Sympathy
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Adrian and Joan Verburg and family donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Friday, January 8, 2016
With Deepest Sympathy
Dr. Adrian, Joan Verburg and family
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Maureen Pereira posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the MacDonald family on the loss of Avril Maria.
Please convey our sympathies to her mother Grignon Fonseca, who I know very well and were good family friends back in Kenya.
In sorrow,
Maureen & Eugene Pereira
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Friday, January 8, 2016
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Prayers of love, light and peace for your family Mr. MacDonald.
My most sincere condolences.
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Carol & Mel Robert posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2016
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to Dr. McDonald's family, she was a dedicated lady and will be greatly missed, she was our Dr. and we feel blessed to have known her over the years. Mel & Carol Robert
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Dan & Kathy Donovan and Norma Griffiths donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Friday, January 8, 2016
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Alex J. Tavares posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2016
Sincere wishes and prayers to the family. RIP . Lots of memories always! Natasha Emile and Alex.
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Jovita and Vincent posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
I am so saddened with the news of Avril's death. I will never forget the precious time we spent together as children. Please accept our condolences. May God give you all strength and courage at this very hard time.
Love,
Jovita, Vince and family
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Shurlee & Richard King lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2016
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Sincere condolences to Mr. MacDonald and family. Very sorry to hear such sad news.
Dr. MacDonald was our doctor for years, a very special dedicated lady who put her patients ahead of herself. She had a way of making you feel better just talking with her.
Dr. MacDonald will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers for the MacDonald family.
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Orlando/Lourdes fernandes posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
We are so sorry to hear about Avril's passing...much /love/comfort to the family and strength to bear this sorrow.
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Michelle McDowell posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
To the family of Dr. MacDonald,
My sincerest condolences during this very difficult time. I can imagine no words will take away the pain you feel for your loss. Dr. MacDonald has been our family doctor for over twenty five years. To say she was our ‘family’ doctor feels like it really is not enough. Dr. MacDonald was an ambassador of kindness, patience and dedication. Suffering from a rare and treatable illness beginning over a decade ago, Dr. MacDonald has supported myself and my family even while I lived abroad. In fact, I feel she expressed more concern for my health than I did my own. It is with deep sadness she has left this earth early. Avril, I hope you are in heaven enjoying all of the love and support you have given so many people for so many years. You will never be forgotten.
With deepest sympathy,
Michelle McDowell
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Chatham-Kent Police - Court Services donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Thursday, January 7, 2016
On behalf of the Chatham-Kent Police - Court Services please except our deepest condolences.
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LISA PICKERING donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Thursday, January 7, 2016
My sincere sympathies, she was my doctor and friend for over 20 years and will be sorely missed.
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Leonie DeLaet Burton donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Rob, Adriana and Kevin, we send heartfelt condolences. Avril was loved by our family. The DeLaets
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manuel da silva posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
my condocence to all the family she was great lady and m.d she wiil me missed
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cheryl faubert posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Heartfelt sympathies to the family of the late Dr MacDonald. Her sense of humour, care and compassion for her patients was evident at every visit. She was upfront with her diagnosis and never hesitated to send you to a specialist if it wasn't something she address, which I admired tremendously about her.
Dr MacDonald represents health care at it's best, and we were very lucky to have her as our family physician.
I will continue to pray for your family, and may God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Cheryl & Mike Faubert
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Gary Oakes posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Rob and Family
Please accept our deepest sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Nancy and Gary OAKES
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Carol Lozon posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family. She was my doctor for 25 years, a friend, a beautiful lady with a heart of gold. I will surely miss her and think of her often. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Ken Marley posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Dear Rob and family :
I am so sorry to learn of your loss.
My family and I will all have you in our thoughts and our prayers.
Ken Marley
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Tricia and Viviane Payne lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2016
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Phyllis Kotzer pledged to donate to Endometrial Cancer Canada
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Dear Elaine, Phil, Andrew and Nicole. We are so sorry for your loss. xo, Phyllis, Howie & Jake
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Phyllis Kotzer lit a candle
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
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Phyllis Kotzer posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Dearest Elaine:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have no words. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please give our love to everyone. With our deepest condolences in this difficult time, with all our love, Phyllis, Howie and Jake.
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Angela Ferguson posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dr, MacDonald has been my family doctor since she started her practice in Chatham. She has always been there in times of need for my family with her caring and compassionate nature. She is a remarkable lady who will be truly missed.
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Kent Law Association posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Deepest Sympathy from members of the Kent Law Association
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Fabio Naclerio donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Very sorry for your loss. Take comfort in wonderful memories and peace will be with you all.
Fabio
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Krystle Lapointe posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
On behalf of my 2 year old son, my grandfather, my mother, and my father, I send deepest condolences to your family. We are all wishing you peace of mind and heart during this time, and love and joy from this time on.
To our beloved doctor:
My son is too small to understand where "the McDonalds lady" has gone, but I know he felt comforted by your gentle smile and voice--even when you stuck a shot in his leg on multiple occasions. From him, I say "thank you". His father, who met you only a few times while holding said leg, says "thank you" too.
My grandfather is blind and is not comfortable navigating a room full of people. From him I say "thank you".
My mother and father wish to show their respect by being two less people your family has to shake hands with that they don't know. From them, I say "thank you".
You are one of the most dedicated doctors around and we appreciate your support in transitioning to a new professional, at a time when you simply wished to enjoy your family.
From all of us,
Thank you one last time.
Goodbye for now. See you again down the road :)
Krystle, Matt, Conner, Lloyd, Terri & Scott
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Lisa Merritt lit a candle
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
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Brad and Anita Capeling posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
To the family of Dr. MacDonald:
We were so sorry to hear of Dr. MacDonald's passing. We were blessed to have her as our family doctor since she started her practice in Chatham. It feels like we not only lost our doctor, but a good friend as well. There was never a time when we felt she didn't have the time to listen to our concerns or those of Brad's parents, Marilyn and Leo, as well. Her compassion and care will be always be remembered by all members of our family. Often she would provide some comic relief during our visits with her and always made us feel comfortable no matter what we were there to see her for. We heard a quote just yesterday.... "A life without purpose is meaningless." That certainly does not describe Dr. MacDonald as it was evident that her life was full of purpose combined with compassion and care for those she served in her practice. We had much respect for her as our doctor and as a friend, and we will miss her as well. Please know that we keep all of you in our prayers during this difficult time of loss.
Brad and Anita Capeling
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JIm Picha donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
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Paul and Bonnie Sunnen posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to Rob, Adriana and Kevin. Avril had been our doctor for 25 years and together we shared some of life's most difficult moments. She excelled as a physician, but more so as a person. She was kind, compassionate, passionate and had a great sense of humour. She will be so missed.
As fellow Golden Retriever lovers, we will be making a contribution to Golden Rescue of Ontario.
RIP Avril, and many, many thanks for all your care.
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lydia posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Sending my deepest condolences to Rob,Adriana and Kevin with the loss of your wife and mother..I have been a patient of Dr MacDonald since she came to Chatham and we had many conversations about her family and how proud she was of everyone...she is now relieved of her earthly body, not in pain and may she rest in peace now.
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Leonie DeLaet Burton posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss. Avril was an absolutely wonderful lady and an amazing Doctor, who always took the time to really listen, even when 2 hours behind. I will never forget the day that she turned to me and said what a joy it was to be my families' Doctor and to have watched my sisters and I grow up, watch our babies come into this world and know the love and respect we had for our parents. All of this said with tears in her eyes. Thank you Avril for taking care of me for 25 years, you will be more than missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. MacDonald and her son and daughter.
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Kathleen and Keith Arnold posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Rob, Adriana, Kevin and family,
Our sincere and deepest condolence to you and all of Avril's family. This lady known to you as a sister, wife, mother, aunt, friend and one of Chatham-Kent's best family doctor is a great loss for you and the lives of so many that she touched through her talent, devotion, compassion and love. Like many, we too, were patients of hers since she opened her practice in this community. Today, I would not be writing this without this little lady. On two occasions she saved my life and on many occasions, my son, Keith's life.
The day my son was born, she had a picnic planned with her own family but when things went wrong, she attended the hospital and never left until it was safe to do so. Her words, "if its the last thing I do, I will fix this child", has rang in my ears for nearly two decades now and will remain in my heart forever because as of three months ago, we finally received confirmation that he is "fixed" and no longer suffers with kidney disease.
In reading all the posted condolences it is clear that her manner in which she approached her profession was consistent with every patient. We all have our own special memories with your beloved Avril. Like many, we will never forget the many hours of devotion and attention she afforded to us as her patient. Her ability to build special bonds with all of us individually was astronomical and is definitely a loss for us as we move forward without her.
When we moved from the community, there was no question that we would maintain our relationship with this very dedicated and committed doctor. At times, she was amazed by this fact but we told her, there is no other doctor that we would trust with our health. She is the reason we are both still here today to share in the pain of this tragic loss.
It is a helpless feeling we share that we could not be there to "fix" our dear doctor as she "fixed" so many. We will miss her desperately. The impact this one little lady has left on so many will be remembered and treasured in the community for years to come. A true loss.
We move forward with our many memories of special difficult times we shared with her knowing that a true angel touched our hearts.
To the family, please know our best thoughts, prayers and love are with you during this most difficult of time, now and in the coming days. May your own special memories comfort and guide you as you rise and shine in her legacy and strive to make one of your own.
Rest in Peace our dear friend and doctor.
No words can express our heartfelt gratitude for all you gave to us and the community over all.
Your grateful patients,
Kathleen and Keith Arnold
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Laura Webber and Paul Bailey donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
A remarkable woman who touched so many lives with her compassion, kindness, humour & medical skill.
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Marla Boulton posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
~*~*~To All those that shared a Special place in Dr MacDonald's Heart, but Especially to Her Husband & 2 Children....
May the Angels wrap Their Wings around U to comfort U through this Very sad time.... And when U have no Strength left to walk on, May Those Angels lift U up & carry U forward~*~*~
Dr Mac was My Dr right from the beginning & She was a Big part of My Life as well.... We Both were pregnant with Our 1st child together & due within a few weeks of each other, but since I went a month early, Dr Mac (with Adriana on board) was able to be there, to coach & comfort Me, since the Dad went back Home to sleep.... Needless to say, Dr Mac was there to guide Me through, when I left My Son's Father 9 months later.... Dr Mac had somewhat of a psychic sense, which We talked about at a few appointments. Without speaking a word of Your other ailments or troubles, even if You tried to hide them, Dr Mac just knew, when You Really & Truly needed Her care & She was Always there in those times.... She brought it out in Me a few times & She made some bang-on (let's check on this) calls with Me as well.... There is So Much I could write about & how I Truly admired Her Compassion & Strength & Judgement & Advice & Her way with words (without telling You what to do), but She could do that too.... Dr Mac read People Very well & knew how to talk to each one of Us, to get Her point across while accessing Us & to that I say, 'A Huge Thank U to U Dr Mac, & just for being You'.... & Thank You Rob, Adriana & Kevin for Sharing Your Beautiful Wife & Mother with Us.... ~*~*~Rest in Paradise Dr Mac~*~*~
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Flavia and Anthony de Souza posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Keeping the family in our prayers at this difficult time.
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Lynn Brown posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the Macdonald family. Dr. Macdonald was a wonderful doctor who truly cared for her patients. We will miss her greatly.
The Brown family
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Jordan Goure posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Dr. Macdonald was my family doctor for my entire life. Even when I moved out of Chatham-Kent I refused to change family doctors and made the trip home when necessary. I know everyone will say their doctors care about their patients, because it is their job to do so. Dr. Macdonald didn't just care about me as a patient, but as a person and a friend. I trusted her to always have my best interests at heart for this reason, and she will be sorely missed. I wish I could make the trip home for the funeral but can't get away on short notice, either way I want her family to know she will continue to be my only, ever, "family" doctor.
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Bruce & Cornelia Daniels lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Nigel - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days.
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Ghazala Sultan posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
I am very sorry to hear about the sudden death of Avril.
I had breif encounters with her at the hospital and found her very helpful, sweet knowledgeable and cooperative.
May Lord give her place in heaven and strength to the family to deal with this unexpected loss. Aameen.
She will always be remembered for what she has done for the community .
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Keith and Vicki Webster and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Our hearts are with the Macdonald family at this sad time. Doctor A Macdonald always put our needs first as her patients.We will truly miss her.
The Websters
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Bruce Daniels donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Tim McKeown posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Ginny and I would like t express our sympathies to the MacDonald family. It has been years since we met, but Avril was taken way too soon. May God hold you all in the palm of His hand.
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norma Jean Alexander and Carl Alexander lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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norma Jean Alexander and Carl Alexander posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
We would like to send our condolences to Dr. McDonald's family and close friends. I used to be a patient of hers from 1990 to 2007. Norma Jean Flint.
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Judy, Bev and Barb Bodkin posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
We were so saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Avril. She was our doctor for 20 years. She was such a compassionate and caring lady with a quaint sense of humour. Our sympathies to her family and friends. Keep your cherished memories of Dr. Avril close to your heart to get you through this difficult time. She will be missed. Go fly with the Angels Avril.
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Judy posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
for me she was more than a dr but also a good friend could laugh and share little things with her and she would share with me the times on her vacations how they would see or miss seeing the whales or the lights in the sky and hope to go again to see them. the nature, the wonders that God has set before us and given us to share. yes she will be missed and thought of often. now you can see everything and know the glories that are all around us, take care and please keep a careful watch over us all. thanks for your all Prayers and condolences to all the family
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Agnes Bloxham lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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My condolences to the family, Avril was my family doctor, and was such a great one, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She will be missed by myself and my family.
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Kathy Wood posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
I would like to express my sympathy to Robert, Adriana and Kevin. I taught Adriana at Monsignor Uyen and had many pleasant conversations with Avril. As we are wintering in Florida, I am not able to attend visitation. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Mme Kathy Wood
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Adina Rainbird posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
It is with a heavy heart that I write this. We have been a patient of Dr MacDonald for 25 years. Even at our first initial meeting she was making us laugh. She knew we were not from Chatham, she always had a keen eye for detail. I guess it was how we were all dressed up (coming straight from work). Throughout the years there were some GREAT celebrations (helping with the births of my sons - Mitchell and Trent) and there were some really hard times (immediate family deaths due to cancer and my kids frequent visits to the hospital in the middle of the night). I remember when I experienced a great loss (miscarriage) between the births of my two sons. She stayed with me at the hospital until my husband arrived. She was the one to make the call to my husband Jamie to let him know the situation. Even at the low point she tried to make me feel better and comfort me. She was always there with that great smile and a joke to lighten the mood. I was always surprised when she would remember every little detail about my family and our history. She was not just our Doctor but part of our family. She will be deeply missed by our family and all her patients. Thank you for everything! RIP Dr MacDonald......until we meet again!
The Rainbird Family - Jamie, Adina, Mitchell and Trent
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Len Prins MD posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
I shared on call duties with Avril for our family practice patients at the CKHA for many years. Avril always saw herself as a servant of her patients best care. She was willing to take on the care of patients who didn't have a family doctor even though she always had more than enough to do already. She was willing to take on the care of patients who were the most needy. She was more interested in doing the right thing than doing the easy thing. What a great loss for all of us most of all her family
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Rose Stargard posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family, on the loss of such a wonderful lady.
I've been with Dr. MacDonald for over 20 years, and can only praise her for her expertise and kindness. I have never met a gentler person, very easy to talk to, and a great sense of humour. She will be sorely missed.
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Patti Van Den Bossche posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
My deepest sympathies on the passing of a truly caring doctor. If not for Avril, I would not be here today. She had an uncanny sense of when to spend that extra time with her patients, and it was usually much needed to console over a crisis or just that ounce of guidance or support that made a difference in one's life. It is a cruel irony that this great doctor could not overcome her own medical issues to be able to continue to inspire her patients. Thank you, Avril for the gift of life you enabled in me, I will never forget and try to pay it forward in my own way as you have shown me in yours. Rob, Adriana and Kevin her love will surely continue to surround you.
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Steve Poredos donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
With our deepest Sympathy.
The Poredos Family
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Mike Donovan donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Please accept our condolences to the MACDONALD family at your time of loss.
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Rob Enzlin posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of a beautiful person. Be strengthened by the One who gives life and provides hope and comfort in difficult circumstances. Thinking of you Rob and the family during this time of loss.
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Kayla Carnegie posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Jordan Deneau pledged to donate to Endometrial Cancer Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
So sorry for your loss.
Jordan Deneau & Family
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Doyle Family donated to Chatham Kent Hospice Inc.
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Deepest sympathies on your family's loss. Passionate and compassionate. She will be missed.
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Carolyn Capirchio posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Words cannot describe how Avril impacted my family. She always knew what to say to each of us at the right time. No matter what we where going through she always saw the good in us. Avril saved my oldest daughter by believing in her when she was at her worst in life. Avril also found the good in my son, even when the schools said different. No matter what she always put a smile on our faces as we left her office. Will always remember her in her own little ways that she touched our family. But know she can look down on all of us and keep us guided in life.
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Christopher Oliveiro donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
In memory of Dr. Avril MacDonald.
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Christine Broadbent donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
in loving memory of a truly beautiful person. My thought and prayers for you and your family.
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Christopher Oliveiro posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
To the family of Dr. Avril MacDonald,
It is with heartfelt sympathy, that I express my deepest condolences to you for your loss. Words cannot describe how I feel. Please be assured that so many feel this pain inside and that we are all praying for you and for the soul of Avril.
Yours very truly,
Chris Oliveiro
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Virginia Liscio posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Dear Elaine and Family,
I am very sorry for the loss of your sister. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care.
Virginia Liscio
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Brenda Reid-Wysman & Henry Wysman lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Our sympathies go out to your family.
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Carlos Lee posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
My deepest condolences to you and family Rob. Omg words cannot express the shock I experienced when I heard your sad news.
It just seems like yesterday when we all were going to math and physics classes at Northview Heights.
I shall remember her forever.
Carlos and family
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Prema Samy and SIVA Murugappan posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the family of Avril on losing a truly precious human being. We will miss her so much as a colleague.
Prema and Siva
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Helen Knight & family donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
In Memory of Dr. Avril MacDonald - a dear friend who will be sadly missed
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Michelle MacLean posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was my family's doctor for 25 years. But she was more than just our doctor...she was a friend. ..I'm not sure what we will do with out her. She will be truly missed. May God Bless her family in this difficult time.
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Helen Knight & family posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
I have been a patient of Avril's since the beginning of her family practice and as time passed, my husband and two children joined with me. Avril has been a huge part of my family's health - she was present through both of my pregnancies and at the birth of both of my children. Our daughter was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and Avril was so kind and compassionate throughout the process. It breaks my heart that she is gone. On behalf of my entire family, we want to send sincere condolences for your loss. Avril will be missed dearly.
Thoughts and Prayers.
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Balan and Uma Menon posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Avril MacDonald became our family doctor when she took over Dr Sugiyama's practice. She was always cheerful, positive and compassionate. Although it has been a few years since we moved away from Chatham, we have always cherished fond memories of her personal kindness and professional dedication. Our hearts go out to members of her family and our prayers for her eternal peace. Her passing has certainly made this world a little darker for she was a shining light.
Balan & Uma Menon
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Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Your love of life, for family, friends, colleagues and patients alike will be a shining candle of great memories for us all. Rest in peace with our Saviour Jesus. Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family and for all those who share our love for you and your good work and dedication.
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Bev Bechard posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Dear Rob, Adriana and Kevin: Our heartfelt condolences go out to you as well as all of Avril's extended family during this sad time. Avril was an amazing and talented woman who possessed a great sense of humour and always displayed such deep concern and compassion to her patients. We feel very blessed to have known Avril, a dear friend as well as our doctor. She will be missed but never forgotten by us nor by many.
Love Bev & Mike
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Taylor Ewing lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Dale Jarrell lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Our deepest thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Dr. MacDonald was been my Doctor for 20 years & when my husband & son lost their Doctor to retirement I didn't even have to ask. She simply said "I'll take them" Her kindness, caring & compassion all the years I have had the privilege to know her will forever be in my memory. She was truly a remarkable woman & an amazing Doctor. Our world is a better place for knowing her.
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Dr Neerja Sharma posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Prayers for the departed soul. May He give strength to the family to bear this loss. RIP
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Mike and Jean Domony posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Our sincere condolences to you and your family Rob.
Mike Domony
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Diane Ewing lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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A beautiful women on earth and
Now a beautiful Angel in Heaven
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Steve Hubley posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Rob,
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Steve
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Mary Margaret Pelletier lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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I first met DR. AVRIL MACDONALD at the emergency room with my two young children at which point she stated no children should be without a doctor and invited us to join her family practice.I will always value her kindness, caring and devotion to not only my family but to all those she served with love and compassion. She will be so dearly missed.
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Dan and Kathy Donovan posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Adriana, Rob and Kevin - our sincere condolences on Avril's passing. Take comfort in all your memories. We'll see you soon.
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Tammy Lubbers posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the MacDonald family. Dr. MacDonald has been my doctor for the 25 years she was here. She helped my family though many hard times. And she will be truly missed in our hearts.
The Lubbers Family!
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Rechel Crosby posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Avril was a true gift to our family. We are incredibly thankful for having her in our lives. Our condolences to her family. She will be forever missed and always remembered.
Wade, Rechel, Kieran and Liam Crosby
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Betty Van Hoof posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
My condolences to dr Mc Donald's family
She was my doctor for 25 years and helped me over some rough spots in my life
I will always be grateful for that.
I wish you strength in the coming weeks
Rest in peace Avril.
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A/S/Sgt Brian Knowler, Chatham Kent OPP posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Rob and family - on behalf of all the officers and staff from Chatham OPP, our condolences. Avril was a wonderful woman and many officers here have pleasant memories of chats and laughter with her.
You and your family will be in our thoughts.
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Marjory Trotechaud posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
I am honored and blessed to have had Dr. MACDONALD as my family doctor for the past 20 years. I will remember her kind and loving soul forever. My sincere condolences to her family.
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Brenda Robinson posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
To the Family: My thoughts and prayers go out to you. She was my Doctor since she came to Chatham and has gone through some trying times with me, a few tears and some laughs along the way. Cherish the memories.
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Carol Robinson donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Peaceful rest Dr MacDonald, always admired and respected the exceptional care you gave your patients
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Donna Houle posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
I had the privilege of having Dr. MACDONALD attend to me and my children's health for many years. She will be missed by many. Condolences to the family and may your many memories bring you comfort.
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Gunars&Elfrida Minka posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
We are Thankfull to God for dr.MacDonald, she was a great dr. to us both and sure will be missed.May our good God console all the family and give peace and we pray that all will come to know the Peace of God and that Jesus is the only way to God and Eternal Life if we accept Jesus in our hearts as our personal Savior, because He is the only way to God Elfrida and Gunars Minka
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Collette Neaves posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
God Bless...my thoughts are with family and friends
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John & Lila Anderson & Family posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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To your family we send our prayer and thanks for sharing this beautiful person with our family. Her loving care helped us through many sad times as a family...keeping us strong and steadfast. Our hearts are hurting for you all as you travel through one of the saddest time. Together your memories will surround you with a giant hug as she is with you all and helps you get through this. Sincerely sent with Love, Prayers and knowing how she touched so many lives, which is what we all hope to do in our lifetime. She truly exceeded what God expected of her. .John, Lila Anderson & family, Chatham
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Barbara Perry lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Kayla Dalanyi lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Dale, Laura and Mia Metcalfe posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was our family physician for over 12 years. I call her Doctor instead of by name, Avril, because to us she embodied what makes a great Doctor. It was clearly an inspired calling for her. She delivered our daughter Mia and has been an incredibly meaningful part of our family for many years. I have never met a kinder, more caring person in my life and she was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. Her smile provided light through the deepest darkness and dispelled all our fears. We will dearly miss her and we will keenly feel her loss. Our condolences to her family in this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. With love, always and forever, the Metcalfes.
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Ross and Mary jane Miller lit a candle
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
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Forever in our hearts, gone to soon but never forgotten......Thank you for the care you gave us and the greatest bedside manner......God Bless you.
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Fred Schatz posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Rob.
I am so sorry to hear about Avril. My deepest sympathies to you and your family for your loss. I know this will be a hard time for everyone but I do believe that God has special plans for the good people that are taken from their loved ones at such an early age.
My thoughts are with you.
Fred
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Monday, January 4, 2016
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Monday, January 4, 2016
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this is for all that y gave to every one on this earth for ever in are hearts but never for got in amen
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cindy allison posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
you where my moms doc we all will miss your happy smile and your loving care for all that u take in your office to help get well we where so bless to know you out of the office as well as in your care my god put his arem around you and yr family and guide them and keep them safe amen
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Christine Lévesque lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Dr. MacDonald is been my doctor since 1991. She has been an inspiration, a guidance, a person of great wisdom, a confident, and I always trusted her input or advice in my life. I will always remember seeing you in your house's coat at the hospital with Adrianna in your arms with your husband talking to me when I had my son Justin Oct. 5 1991. I feel I became the women I am today in raising my son and becoming a Teacher and you always been there in ours life. Thank you for being my Doctor and now you will be a special angel in heaven that I will never forget. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless you and rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Christine Lévesque and Justin Lévesque-MacWilliams
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Phil Adams posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Rob, Adriana, Kevin and family, please accept my sincere condolences. Between the upheavals and the good times of our experiences with the Canadian cow girls, the times we spent together were the best. I am sorry we didn't get to spend more time together after it was over.
I am very sorry for your loss. Avril was a special person that I respected completely.
Phil Adams
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Lanny and Cherie Metcalfe lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Lorraine Wildash lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Lorraine Wildash lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Cathy Bechard posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Can't begin to express the sadness our whole family feels losing Dr. MacDonald today. Avril seemed like so much more than just our family doctor. I taught Adriana in Gr. 8 and was a patient of Avril's even before that. She was there during both pregnancies and even let us slip in the side door of her office during all those first years with babies. She was also there during the loss of my father and brother-in-law AND made stops on her way home from an already long day at work to check on my father-in-law who we also lost to cancer. House calls! That's why she felt like more than just the family doctor.
Did we wait a long time sometimes to see her...yes we did...gladly! Because we knew she was taking the same time and individual concern for other patients as she did for each of us. She would listen attentively and cared genuinely when illness or difficult times arose for us. She always made us feel like our children were as important to her as they were to us and we couldn't begin to ask for more than that.
I still can't believe that she will no longer be a part of our lives, except in our hearts and our fond memories of a beautiful person who helped shape the family we are today. I know for a fact that I speak on behalf of both of my sisters in saying that as well.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Adriana and Kevin and Robert. We know she loved them unconditionally as she would often share how blessed she was to have them and how proud she was of them.
Thank you Avril, for all that you were to us.
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Deb, Clayt and Morgan Bonnell posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My condolences to the family.
She was a wonderful family doctor with a wicked sense of humor. Her passion for her professional, family and friends always shone through. May her light continue to shine in the hearts of all that knew her. Rest in peace, the world has lost a great doctor, mother and person.
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miller family posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr Avril MacDonald family. Condolences from the miller family. We need to thank here for all the love she showed her patients for the short time here, she will be sadly missed
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Laura Schauer posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My condolences to Dr. Macdonald's family on your loss. It is still hard to believe. She was my doctor since I was a baby and became my son's doctor as well. She was always so good to us, took her time with us no matter how busy she was. My son was the very last patient she had the final day she was there, but not knowing anything was wrong we never knew that would be the last time we would see her and thank her for her help.
I was very saddened to hear the news today of her passing. Rest in peace.
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Amanda Hackett posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
She was a good doctor till the end care for patients with all she had
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Tasha Vantomme lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Elizabeth Leatherdale posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My heartfelt condolences go out to Dr MacDonald's family. I was a patient of hers since she opened her practice in Chatham. She was on maternity leave when my son was born, and she came in to help deliver him. Please accept our prayers for her family at this most difficult time in your lives. Elizabeth Leatherdale and Daniel Fields.
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Brenda & Joe Gagnon posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Avril. She was always an inspiration and you knew she cared about the people around her. We will always remember the year the girls rode together and how supportive she was to all the girls. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this very difficult time.
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Kris Baillargeon/Austin Baillargeon lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Aldeo&Mary-Joyce Rossignol posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dear immediate and extended family of Dr.MacDonald-please accept our sincere sympathy on your loss.We were patients of hers and will miss her terribly.She was a great caregiver.
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Kris Baillargeon/Austin Baillargeon posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
It was a pleasure knowing Avril, and I enjoyed watching our boys play hockey with her. I hope that the last few months have given you some time to tell and show each other all you mean to one another. She will forever be with you. Rob, Adriana and Kevin you are in our prayers and thoughts
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Dorothy, Linda and Jesse lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Denise Maynard Sr lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Terry Miron posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the family, friends and patients of Dr. MacDonald. She was my doctor for many years and will be terribly missed. A great loss to her family, friends and community.
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Elizabeth Thomson lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Stephen Fuerth donated to Ovarian Cancer Canada/Cancer de l'Ovaire Canada
Monday, January 4, 2016
Betty and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Elizabeth Thomson posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Thank you for your dedicated efforts to our family during our time in Chatham. Your personal touch was a comfort during my most personal difficult times with various health issues in my family. My prayers go out to your family at this most difficult time.
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Kit Moore posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I'd like to pass along my sympathies to the Macdonald family. Praying for some rays of light in this time of loss.
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Sandra Unsworth and family lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Sharon Gruszka lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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It is with a very sad heart I have heard about the passing of Dr. MacDonald. I have been a patient of hers since she came to Chatham and feel truly blessed to have had her for my Dr. I will miss her very much. My most sincere condolence to her family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Lyle & Linda Erickson posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Please accept our heartfelt condolences, for the loss of your mother, and wife. We were patients of Avril's practice, since her arrival, in Chatham. We will miss her caring nature, and whitty personality. We had no idea that she was ill, and so, was a horrible shock, when we heard, that she was ill. Her memory will be forever with us. Thank you so much, for sharing a part of her life, with us
Sincerely
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Gord Cheney posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My deepest sympathies to your family. Avril.. I had many chances to thank you, many chances to laugh with you, many chances to see good things in life through your care and in it all, nothing was as great as seeing the smile you always carried when you would walk into the room at your place of practice.
You will always be in our hearts!
Thank You Avril!
Gord Cheney and Family
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Janice posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. May you be able to share with each other your fond memories, and celebrate all the joy she brought into your lives.
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Brenda Benson Neuts posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My thoughts to the family.
I hope she did not suffer too much pain.
A good Doctor and I was pleased to have found her.
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Frank and Annie Coufal posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
So very saddened by the passing of Dr. MacDonald. We were her patients for many years. She was always compassionate to our needs and always took the time to talk on a more personal note, even crack a joke or two. She will be missed by many. Our deepest sympathy to her family and children, may the fond memories you have be a comfort to you all at this difficult time.
Frank & Annie
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Brian & Heidi Vidler lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Brian & Heidi Vidler posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Brian and I were so deeply saddened to hear the news. Avril was a kind, caring and compassionate Doctor who showed her love for what she did by the way she treated her patients. Brian and I extend our most sincere condolences to your family for your loss.
May fond memories of times past, console you during this time of mourning.
Brian & Heidi
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Anne Fraleigh posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
So so sorry for such a Loss to the family and the community!
Anne Marie Fraleigh
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Mary Jane Miller posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My thought and prayers go out to the family of such an amazing women. I have been with her since she opened her practice and she will be missed. She always had a smile on her face and would always tell you to stay healthy.....This worlds loss is heavens gain.......Fly high Dr. Macdonald, you have earned your wings.
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Amy Finn posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My condolences on the passing of a wife, mother, and friend to many in the community who knew her. She always took the time to talk if needed and offer any help that was needed. She was an asset to this community above being just a family physician. She will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers to Rob, Adriana, Kevin and family.
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Crystal Babbitt posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My family and I are greatly sadden to hear of the passing of Avril. She has been our doctor for the past 20 years and deliverered both of my daughters. Avril always took her time to give us the best care and treated all of her patients as family members. We thank her for her compassionate, thoughtful and skilled medical care she provided our family. She was an excellent role model for the medical profession, always doing what is best for the patient not what was easy for her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends for losing such an amazing women.
Sincerely,
Crystal, Rob, Cassandra & Klarissa Babbitt
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Cathy, Alice, Meghan & Rachel Reaume & Jaxon posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Our prayers are with you all at this sad time. Please remember all the wonderful times you enjoyed with your wife and mother. Our family will greatly miss Dr. MacDonald.
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Bill Beaton and Family posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
May the Blessing of God be with you all Family Staff and her patients at this sorrowful time Dr. MacDonald will surely be missed in the Chatham Lent Community
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Deborah Brown posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
R.I.P. Dr. MacDonald you will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the family and friends. She was a fantastic Doctor!!!
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Carrie O'Hara posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr MacDonald had been my doctor for 17years. She always made me feel comfortable and always had interesting stories about her children. Her face always lit up when speaking about them.
I was deeply saddened by the news of Dr MacDonald's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
She was a passionate and caring doctor and will be greatly missed. I like to believe that when we lose someone close to us, they still live through us and give us strength.
I'm praying for you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers
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Sue Podolinsky posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr MacDonald has been my Dr since she started in Chatham. She will be missed. My deepest condolences to the family may it bring you some comfort to know how many lives she touched. May god watch over and keep you in his embrace as long as you need.
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AnneMarie Ceccacci posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Adianna and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Anne Marie Ceccacci(Bella Chocolatier)
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Sean Burnett posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
A few years ago my mother found herself without a family physician. Given her age and significant health issues it had been difficult to find a Doctor willing to open their practice. One night she was admitted to hospital as an emergency patient and it was Dr. MacDonald who, once she found out my mom was without appropriate health care, opened her practice and took her in. It was Dr. MacDonald who got her to see the specialists she needed in London, and remained actively involved in my mom's care up until she passed. I will forever be grateful for her compassion, advocacy, and dedication.
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Richard Haines posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
So sorry for your loss. She was with my wife during her fight with cancer and subsequently during her passing. She was the greatest comfort to me and my family. She will be long remembered. Thank you.
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Judy Smith posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My sincerest sympathies to all the family, friends and patients. Dr. MacDonald was my dedicated doctor for 25 years. Know she will be missed by all. May she rest in peace.
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Becky and Doug McLeod posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Very sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed by everyone in our community.
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Pamela Thompson Smids posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of dear Dr Avril MacDonald. She was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor and a passion for life. Her dedication to her family and her patients was always apparent. She will be greatly missed and I feel deep sadness for her family as I know what a void this will leave for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My deepest sympathy. Pamela Thompson Smids
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Janine and Don Carr posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
We are so very to sorry to hear of Avril's passing, she was a kind caring soul who took wonderful care of our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
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Debby Howe posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was my physician for the last 25 years or more and I will miss her very much. Please accept my condolences for your loss. I hope you will find some comfort in knowing how much she will be missed in our community.
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Judith Bellamy posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Thank you for sharing your wife and mother with all of us. She was our doctor and our friend, and we loved her too. You are in our prayers
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valerie HEATHCOTE posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
DR Mcdonald has been our family Dr since she been her in chatham kent our despist symptey goes to her family so sorry for your lost she as a was very good Dr and we are going to miss her deppely God be with yous all the Allison Family
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Lindsay Smith posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I only had the priveledge of meeting Avril once. She left a lasting impression and will be missed.
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Maureen Kelly posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Please accept my deepest condolences to Steve, Adriana, Kevin and your family.
Avril was our wonderful family doctor when we lived in Chatham from 1994 to 1996 until we moved to Burlington. I remember waiting for longer than usual one day in the waiting room, later to find out she had taken the time to comfort a patient who had just received some bad news. I knew then she was the doctor for us. She was just so special and deeply cared for her family and her patients. Thank you for sharing her with us.
May the Lord comfort you all during this difficult time of mourning and in the days, weeks, and years to come.
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Bonnie M Jeffery(desjardins) posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Please accept my condolences.
Avril was a very special doctor.
She cared about her people.
God takes the best too soon.
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Linda Driessens posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Rob, Adriana & Kevin along with the rest of the family during this very difficult time. She was my Doctor and was a very considerate, caring person who always gave time to listen and give thoughtful advice. She will be missed
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The Marchand Family posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was a wonderful doctor and person. Our deepest condolences to her family.
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Tricia Montminy and Family posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of a wonderful person and doctor. She always had a smile on her face when she spoke of her children. We truly cherish her kindness and compassion towards our family. Over the years of being her patients, there were many times we don't know what we would have done without her. Our thoughts and prayer to her family. May she now rest in peace.
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Audrey Giroux posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Dr. MacDonald's passing. Our family has been patients of hers since the day that she opened her practice in Chatham.
Please accept my deepest condolences for her family. She talked about her family a lot when I would go to appointments at her office. I know that she loved all of you and she will be missed. Prayers are with you.
Safe journey, Dr. MacDonald. A piece of my heart goes with you.
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DeeAnn Gale posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I would like to give my condolences to Mr Robert MacDonald and your family. Mrs Avril MacDonald was my Doctor, she was a very intelligent, caring woman. I personally will miss her, as I'm sure all her patients will. I pray for you and your family.
DeeAnn Gale
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Anna Hogle posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My condolences go out to her family at this most difficult time. She was my doctor for many years. She will be missed by many.
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Mercedes Kotter posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I send my condolences to the family of Dr. MacDonald. She was my family doctor for nearly 15 years and was always kind and compassionate - a wonderful person. She will be missed and I will always remember her.
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Rebecca Armstrong(Packham) posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
This was very sad to read! I am so very sorry for your loss! I still remember the day she delivered my youngest son, April 3, 1999. It was Easter weekend and she had plans to be with family, but stayed to deliver my son because she was away for our first sons birth. I found out later that it was her birthday too. I will never forget her. Again I offer you my sincere condolences!
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Ruth and Dave Simmons posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Condolences to Rob, Adriana and Kevin from the Simmons family....R.I.P. Avril you will be missed.
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Rolland and Patricia Sterling posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was our Doctor right from the start when she came to Chatham.
She was always wonderful and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers
to her family. God bless Dear Lady.
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Brian and Laurie hackett posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
To Dr. MacDonald's family
Please accept our sincere condiolences on the loss of this great women, wife , mother .
She will be missed by all who knew her
The Hackett's
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Denise posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Myself and my family were patients of Dr. MacDonald. She was a great lady and a wonderful doctor. She will be truly missed. I am very sorry for your loss and will pray for you in this terrible time.
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Sherry Platjouw posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I will miss Dr. MacDonald so much there are no words to describe the loss. She was a kind, loving person. Her concern for all of her patients went above and beyond most in her profession.
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most difficult time.
Rest in the arms of the angels Dr. MacDonald, and thank you for all your help over the years.
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Lisa Bisschop posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My deepest thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Dr. Macdonalds. I am a RN at the CKHA and have worked professionally with Dr. Macdonald. She always showed such great compassion and caring for her patients and will be missed by all who she came in contact with. This community has lost a wonderful child of God and she will be missed. God's speed and I pray her family finds comfort in all whom lives she touched. Respectfully Lisa Bisschop
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Lisa Mallory lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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So sorry to hear this. She was my doctor for over 20 years. She will be missed by many. May she rest in peace.
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Monday, January 4, 2016
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David and Linda Goff lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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We are very sorry to hear of Dr Macdonalds passing and for your loss. We have been her patients ever since she came to Chatham and we will miss her expertise and caring. We enjoyed her humour and will miss talking to her during our appointments. She was the best doctor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Katrina pilon posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss she was my family doctor of me all 5 of my siblings my 3 nephews and my 3 daughters she will be missed dearly
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Paula St.Pierre lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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A loss of words for a terrific loving Doctor who has cared for myself over 26 years, and also who birthed all 3 of my sons. I will never forget this remarkable woman who has done so much for me, my family and the whole community. Dr MacDonald you will be forever in my thoughts and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.. Love n' Light <3
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Janice posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
So sad. Dr. MacDonald was very special. I am grateful for having had her as my doctor for 20 years. She will be greatly missed. Condolences to the family.
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dorothy english posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
She has been my Dr..ever since she opened up her practice in chatham..My deepest Sympathy to you and your family..I will miss her so...
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therese beauvais family lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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wilma lammers posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dear Family, so sorry for your loss
I worked with Avril at the hospital and she was my doc
She will be missed by all
Our prayers to all of you
love wilma
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Joanne Bondy posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr. MacDonald was our family doctor for 17 years. She was the most caring, compassionate person who always made time to listen. We will miss her dearly. Keeping her and your family in our prayers. Joanne Bondy
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Cindy June posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Sadness over flows a community that loses such a beautiful caring professional so truly sorry for all family and friends thanks for such wonderful years of service sending condolences so sorry
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Tammy Benoit lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
She has been my doctor for over 20 years. She will be missed
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Maureen Hastings posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Deepest sympathy for your loss. I have been a patient for many years and will miss her.
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Harley and Sandra Gawne posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr Macdonald was the best. She was very caring and made sure we were well looked after.
We are going to really miss her.
So sorry for the family's loss.
Harley and Sandra Gawne
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Marg Caza posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
So sorry for your loss , Avril was my Dr since she came to Chatham, she will be missed
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Denise Maynard jr lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Ruth Taylor posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
To the family my condolences she was our family Dr. for many years.Will miss her
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Aaron Lake posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Rest easy Dr MacDonald. you will be missed by us all
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ROB DELANGHE posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Condolences to Rob,Kevin and Adriana from the Delanghe family....R.I.P. Avril
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Fay Duphette posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
My thoughts are with Avril and her family at this very difficult time
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Fay Duphette lit a candle
Monday, January 4, 2016
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Margaret Allison posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Dr. Mac Donald has been my family Dr. since she 1st started her practice here in Chatham. My family considered her a friend as well being the person she was, she gave us all back what she could in explanations of health etc. We all valued her opinion & know we will all miss her confidence in our lives.Dr. Mac Donald took time for each of her patients & never forgot to ask if there was any way that she could help with any decisions of family etc. My family are going to miss her very much & the time she took to support us all when she was needed for our own comfort or opinions of hers. She was the person that confIrmed & helped myself to accept the fact that I had Cancer 11 years ago & how to deal with it all. Thank you Dr. Mac Donald for always being there when I & my family needed you & know you are resting in Peace with our Saviour in Heaven.
Our Condolences in Respectful Sympathy
Margaret Allison & Family
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Jennifer Pietens posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
I want to extend my condolences to Dr. MacDonald's family and to all of her patients. She will be missed.
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Kelly Holmes posted a condolence
Monday, January 4, 2016
Very sorry for the loss of this amazing person! Thinking if her friends and family!
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