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Andy Bray posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to Dave,Ken and families on Jack’s passing....as an Ontario Hydro/OPG retiree, I and many others are the beneficiaries of Jack’s ( and the whole negotiating teams) countless hours of work securing good collective agreements for O.H.E.U /PWU members and their families. A true visionary and gentleman in organized labour
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Chris posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, January 17, 2021
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Condolences to the MacDonald families . With respect , Chris Mouland , Chats Falls .G.S.
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Gord Johnstone posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Jack was President when I became a Chief Steward. He was there for me when I needed help for the members. Years after I would still be working with agreements originally signed by Jack. I'm happy he was able to enjoy retirement. As others have said much of the retirement benefits were a result of work put in by Jack and his team. Thanks in solidarity.
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Ted Nyman posted a condolence
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Our condolences to Jack and his family. I have never forgotten how much Jack fought for us all when I worked on Trades bargaining with him. His contributions to Ontario Hydro Union pensions and benefits are still, to this day, being enjoyed by all Hydro retirees. They are the best and we continue to thank him.
I still miss the days when you used to come back north and stop in. You never forgot where you grew up. Thank you Jack.
Ted Nyman
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Mike Dodgson posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
My condolences on behalf of the Dodgson family. Thanks for paving the way for this great union.
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bruce harding posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 15, 2021
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On behalf of all retired Hydro workers , we all owe a big collective thanks to Jack. Great guy that did phenomenal work with the Union. Thanks , Jack , rest in peace.
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Debbie Carey posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
Jack was my boss at the PWU for many years and I had the privilege to provide support to him at collective bargaining many times. He was the Pension king and had a leading role in the great pensions that people at Ontario Hydro and all the companies it became now enjoy. He always had my up most respect. He was a straight shooter. My prayers to his family.
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Brian Walker rD6h8 posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
I was a Union Steward at Nanticoke GS when Jack was president.I had the priveledge of his company a couple of times after meetings and at Union training courses.Jack was the best president we ever had,NO BS from Jack,just tell it like it was.His fight for our pensions was precedent setting and I remember talking about it with him afterwards.Thankyou Jack for all your work to make our lives so much better.Rest in peace Brother Jack and may God bless.
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Friday, January 15, 2021
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We were vey sad to hear our President is Past away; My family's Condolences to PWU President Jack MacDonald' family and friends, Our thoughts and well wishes are with his family and loved ones.
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Scott posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, January 14, 2021
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My heart-felt condolences to Jack’s family. Jack was my first president when I joined Ontario Hydro in 1990. Through his dedication and kindness, he later became a mentor and friend. A sincere man and true Brother.
Scott Thomson
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Fred Hansen posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
I met Jack in the late 70's for the first time, continued into my retirement - he believed for the betterment of all. HE WILL BE MISSED!
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Kevin Hedley posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Jack will be missed as a champion of all union issues . Those of us pensioners should thank him everyday .
He was a good friend .
Kevin Hedley
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Linda lit a candle
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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My deepest sympathy to Jack’s family. I had the pleasure of being Jack’s Executive Assistant at the PWU. I have very fond memories of Jack as the President. I’m sure he will be missed by many. Truly a great man and leader. Rest In Peace Jack.
Linda Fuhrman
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Ed. Chabrak posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
I am deeply saddened to hear of a fellow" Nipigonite",a fellow concerned union member trying to uplift his section by serving in a position of responsibility to better the lives of the membership. Jack and I crossed paths in Nipigon (where I also lived) several times but, Jack was streamed into theThermal division along with another Nipigonite by the name of Gordon Jackson while I chose the eventual Nuclear Division in 1960 becoming Nuclear Division chairperson in the late the 60's. Several unplanned meetings with Jack in Bruce County would end up with laughter and lament of the good days of Nipigon.To Jack's family, my deepest condolences. His smile and laughter will be missed.
Ed. Chabrak,
Port Elgin, Ont
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Ron Dugas posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
All of us presently enjoying the benefits of a PWU pension or a Ontario Hydro pension owe a debt of gratitude to Jack and all who served with him for their vision and leadership. He will be missed.
My condolences to Mr MacDonald family and friends for their loss.
Respectfully
Ron Dugas
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Lynda Cobb posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
We have lost “one of the good ones”! Jack was President of the Union when I got hired with Ontario Hydro and I got to know him over the years as I became involved in Union activities. Ontario Hydro/Hydro One employees and retirees have a lot to be thankful for because of Jack. My deepest condolences to his family.
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Terry Arnott posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
My darling Jack,
Thank you for all the love you gave me.
I will always love you.
Mary xo
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Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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Kevin MacKay posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
We are very sad to hear of Jack's passing. I have many memories of Jack not only from my childhood, as my Dad was an active member of the O.H.E. U. and the Power Workers Union but also throughout my working career and PWU involvement. It was always great to sit and catch up with Jack. Keely Cummings, Jack MacDonald and Don MacKinnon are all great leaders and Pioneers of one of the greatest Labour Unions in this country. There is a great legacy and wonderful history that We should all remember when we think of Jack at this sad time. Condolences to his entire family and friends on a huge loss.
Kevin Karen MacKay and Family
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Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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Jackie was one of a kind. Sonny and l were happy to have him drop in on his way to Thunder Bay while we lived in Terrace Bay. Sonny and Jack would rehash their younger lives about east end and west end gangs. When they lived in Nakina, their stories were quite entertaining. When we relocated to Thunder Bay and Jack would be here we always has a great visit. He was a proud father and grandfather. Always relaying stories about his family
Let his memories live on remembering his smiles and Jackie being Jackie
Sincere condolences to Jack,s families
Sonny and Michele Borsa
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Reem El-Mousfi posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Dave, Ruth and family,
Sending you my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. He will be missed greatly - he sounded like a great man. May you find strength and comfort during this difficult time. Know that we are thinking of you.
Reem El-Mousfi
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Larry Alderdice posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
My sincerest condolences to Jack’s family. I knew Jack through our mutual involvement with the Power Workers’ Union (formerly Ontario Hydro Employee’s Union) and I always valued my interactions with Jack both professionally and socially. I am proud to say that Jack was someone I considered a friend and he will be missed by me and many, many others. RIP my friend.
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Sheilagh Murphy posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
Dave, Ruth, and family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. He sounds like he was a wonderful man. My condolences and big [virtual] hugs to all.
Sheilagh Murphy
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Don & Pat posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
Dave, Ruth, Andrew & Ian,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
Don & Pat
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Bev Spencer posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
Dave, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bev Spencer
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Mike Mooy posted a condolence
Monday, January 11, 2021
Dave and Ruth, please know that we are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Dave, thank you for sharing the many entertaining stories about your father over the years. I’m sorry I never had an opportunity to meet him as I’m sure that I would have enjoyed it.
Mike and Jane Mooy
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Sylvia Digby posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Dear David, Ruth and family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather. May cherished memories help you through this difficult time.
Sylvia, Bryan & Ben
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Jim & Leslie Cupidio posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2021
Thank you Mark Bradley for the amusing story of Jack rescuing you and Ken at the hockey game. I myself first met Jack at a hockey game in Cranbrook when Paul was playing for the Kootenay Ice. I could tell how proud Jack was of his Grandson.
Ken was well behaved and the evening went by without any incidents requiring Jack to come to our rescue.
Leslie and I send our condolences to Jack’s family and pray that all are comforted by the lifetime of memories Jack leaves with you.
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Sunday, January 10, 2021
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This photo is from the last time I saw Jack, at Paul and Karen's wedding.
My favorite Jack story (it's been retold by me many times):
When we were maybe 17 or 18, Ken and I had gone to some kind of a hockey game in Thunder Bay (that had to be Ken's idea, as my interest in hockey was minimal at best). We were standing around near the concession stands on a break between periods after grabbing a coke. In those day, Ken was a well known local hockey player, and nearby there was a guy (several year's older than us) who was keen on making a name for himself by fighting Ken... the guy may not have been completely sober.
He (& a friend) walked up to us and started in with some aggressive talk. Ken and I were a bit slow on the uptake and just tried to ignore him. Unbeknownst to us, Jack and Sylvia were also at the game, and had been watching the guy screw up his courage. When he got within swinging distance of Ken and I, Sylvia gave the order: "Get him Jack". All 275 pounds of Jack MacDonald came flying into our field of view, and with one hand on each, lifted both guys up over our heads and pinned them to the wall (& Ken and I are both well over 6 feet tall). The instigator was so scared his eyes rolled back in his head - all you could see was the whites of his eyes - I had never seen that before (or since).
All Jack said was "Leave the kids alone", and dropped them on the concrete floor of the concession area.. they got up and ran off like scalded cats!
The moral: Jack was a great guy, and did NOT mess around when it came to his kids. I'll miss him.
Mark Bradley
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J. iverson posted a condolence
Sunday, January 10, 2021
JoAnne & John first met Jack in the 60’s at the Wilson’s in Nipigon.
Some years later while we were walking along Eglington Ave in Toronto some chap came up behind John & gave him a bear hug. After a few seconds John turned to find it was Jack with a big smile on his face.
Our sympathy to Jack’s family
The Iverson’s
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Deborah Kopeschny lit a candle
Sunday, January 10, 2021
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Dave and Ruth, and family, may your memories comfort you and help you in this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb and Fred Kopeschny.
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Walter Smith posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, January 10, 2021
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Kathy and I send our sincere condolences to Jack's family. Kathy and I will miss his cheery phone calls and visits that we have enjoyed over the past several years and I personally have many fond memories of our high school years together in Nipigon when we forged a long lasting friendship which has endured for the past approx 63 years. He was a great guy and we will miss him.
Sincerely Walter and Kathy Smith
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