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Kris & Norm Misiuda posted a condolence
Friday, January 25, 2008
Marlene, Rod & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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Marylin McKay posted a condolence
Friday, January 4, 2008
Dear Billy, Ellie, Rod and Cathy I was very sorry to hear about the death of your father. He was very supportive to me and my children in many ways over the 30 years he was my father-in-law and I always appreciated that. Marylin
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Carol Wildgoose (nee Armstrong) posted a condolence
Monday, December 31, 2007
My sincere condolences to each of you in the tremendous loss of Dr. McKay. While you do not know me and I do not remember meeting him more than once, many years ago when I delivered groceries to his farm for Morrish's of Cherrywood, I remember him through the many mentions of him by others - most specifically my father - James McCreight (Mac) Armstrong who always spoke very highly of him. He has left a tremendous legacy in the many things he has dedicated his life to, and I am especially grateful for his efforts to conserve the history of Pickering, which was my home as well for many years, and was where my ancestors settled back in the mid 1800s. We are all beneficiaries of Dr. McKay's many good works. Again, my sincere sympathies to each of you. Carol Wildgoose Markham, Ontario
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from Richard Gishler posted a condolence
Sunday, December 30, 2007
To all the McKay family, and especially Aunt Melba, fondest memories and my condolences at the passing of Uncle Bill. I wish you all peace and love. Richard Gishler, Edmonton
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Bob King posted a condolence
Sunday, December 30, 2007
To the family of Rev. McKay I just today learned of the passing of Rev Bill (as I called him). I was so fortunate to have the opportunity to work with him and the young people of Dunbarton United Church. He showed me a kind and gentle spirit of giving and sharing which encouraged me to go on and work as a teacher myself. Music was our common focus and we had a group called the King singers. Words never seem to be enough to relieve the grief which you must be feeling. I send to you my very sincere condolences. With Deepest Sympathy Bob King
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Susan Griffin posted a condolence
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Dear Melba, Bill, Elspeth, Rod, Cathy - I was reading Oscar Peterson's obituary in the Globe and glanced to the left and saw the names Dunbarton and Port Perry. I was sad, but glad that I saw the notice, so I can talk to you and tell you what fond memories I have of "Uncle Bill" as even I called him at that time when Donald and I were married. What a gentle,intelligent, modest person he was, always being involved in service to others. He was so easy to talk to and be with. Just last year I saw a copy of his book on Pickering in the "notable titles" section of a university book sale. I always enjoyed coming out to the farm with the city McKays to celebrate occasions with all of you and the grandchildren. I have often wondered how you are all doing. Please accept my sympathies for your loss, and may you find comfort in the many memories you have. Susan
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Wendy (Loucks) Smith posted a condolence
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Just back from Mom's and read about Dr. McKay - I'm so sorry. He'll be greatly missed by a huge number of people. I have fond memories of his choir (jr, and Kingsingers).
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The Rev. John and Lucille Gishler posted a condolence
Saturday, December 29, 2007
I remember my uncle Bill as a big man with a big heart. I did not know him well as our families lived in different places and rarely visited. As a child I was impressed by the story of him flying a Lancaster home on one engine. He was the only survivor and landed the plane safely when it said in the manual you could not do this on one engine. He never spoke of this but then he never spoke about a lot of things. I am sorry that I just found out about his death today (Saturday) and can not be there in person to support my dear aunt Melba and cousin Billy. We will be praying for Bill at the Chinese Anglican Service in Calgary Sunday afternoon (in Chinese). May the Lord Jesus bring comfort to you all at this sad time.
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Carl & Bonnie (Lanois) Fitzgerald posted a condolence
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. You have only good memories of this wonderful accomplished man. Reverend Dr. McKay married my husband Carl and myself at the Dunbarton United Church on September 21, 1968. He was a good teacher and mentor. My late mother, Lucille Lanois, passed recently. She also had great respect for this great man.
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Carl and Eleanor Kaufman posted a condolence
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Dear Melba, We read about Bill in the National Post and want you to know that we are thinking of you. You and he had such a wonderful life together--it was great to read about his life in the paper. I have never sent such a message by e-mail before, but as we don't have your address, we are using this way of letting you express our sympathy to you and all your family. with love from Carl and Eleanor Kaufman
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Stanley S. Hulme posted a condolence
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Please accept my condolences on the passing of William. I received a copy of his obituary from a friend in Toronto as I specialize in Métis and Red River genealogy. I have some of William's ancestry, back to mid 1700s, in my data base and have compiled a short 38 page Ancestor Book with the information that I have. It is by no means a complete ancestry but it is a start for any of the children or grandchildren that might want to further their own research. I can send the book as an email attachment and there is no cost or obligation. I do free research for a number of Métis groups from Vancouver Island to Manitoba. If any of William's children or grandchildren are interested please pass them my email address and I can send the information I have by return email. Again, my condolences on your loss. Respectfully Stan Hulme Victoria, B.C. nanitort@shaw.ca
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Iain Henderson posted a condolence
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Dear Melba and family, Please accept our deepest condolences from my daughters and myself on losing Bill after these many years together. We lost Muriel back in 2004 and can understand your situation. Even with a strong faith it is very difficult. I always admired Bill for his Faith and his Intellect, among hios many other qualities. He was a gem whose worth will live on in his family, students, friends and parishoners. Sincerely Iain Henderson
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Aileen Shugg Stubbs posted a condolence
Friday, December 28, 2007
Please accept my sympathy in the loss of Dr. McKay. I was fortunate to know him at Leaside United church in the mid 50's when he and Rev. Murray were the ministers. I recall weiner/corn roasts at his farm and one time he took a couple of us into the house to see his newest baby in her crib. He was a very caring man and certainly seemed to enjoy hosting our group of Leaside teenagers. Many thanks for this opportunity to express condolences. Sincerely, Aileen Stubbs
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Denzil & Linda Irving & family posted a condolence
Friday, December 28, 2007
Dearest Melba & the entire McKay family, Our hearts & thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Bill will be sadly missed but always fondly remembered as an exceptional man loved & respected by those who knew him. We are blessed to have been touched by his wisdom, friendship & kindness. Sincerly, Denzil & Linda & family
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Gary &Cindy Rowden posted a condolence
Friday, December 28, 2007
Dear Melba & Family: We are truly saddened at the news of the passing of such a great husband and father. He was a very generous and thoughtful man who gave so freely of his time and guidance to others. Gary and I were most fortunate to have him marry us at the old Dunbarton United Church in 1969. One of my favourite memories of your father in my childhood days in Pickering was of your Dad walking the fields with his rubber boots on. A man of considerable knowledge & talent, yet so down to earth and easy to talk to. Our thoughts are with you. Gary & Cindy Rowden
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Stephen Plitz posted a condolence
Friday, December 28, 2007
Roddy, it was with great saddness that i just learned of your fathers' passing. He was truely a great individual to be admired by all. I have many great memories of all us kids growing up throughout the years and seeing and talking to your mom and dad both, at the farmhouse where you grew up. I also have many fond memories of us playing soccer together at the old baseline road schoolhouse just down the street from your old homestead. I remember many a sunday your dad preaching from the pupit at the Dunbarton United Church, providing all with his inspirations and remarks. His accomplishments in life were numerous, and I'am certain he will be sorrily missed by all. Our thoughts and condolences are with you and your family at this sad time. Steve Plitz...