Harold MACDONALD

MACDONALD, Harold "Glenn" Passed away peacefully Monday. July 19, 2004 at Windsor Regional Hospital. Beloved husband of 40 years to Lorraine (Norton). Glenn's adventure began May 30, 1918 in London, Ontario where he was born to the late Dr. William and Caroline (Banks). Adored father of Heather, Howard, Maggie (Roy), Jean (2000), Dr. Michael (Chantalle), Steven "Andy" (Tina). Proud grandfather to Shelley, Kim, Glenn, Matthew, Lisa, Gail, Lauren, Colin, Keifer, Mary Elise and Mason. Dear great-grandfather to Kerri, Courtney, Sandi, Kalli-Lee, Isabella and Joshua. Loved brother of Velda (Hugh) Andrew, Ruth Papp, Donna Brereton and Don (Joan). Brother-in-law to Ken and Ann Norton. Predeceased by sisters Kathleen, Jean Bowering, brothers Howard, Neil, Norman and Lloyd. Glenn led an incredible life that was influenced by boy-hood hero Col. Billy Bishop. The dream of flying a plane was realized in 1938 after a 12 day trip working on a cattle ship from Montreal to Glasgow. After a year as a pilot in the R.A.F., adventure was calling again and when the Mounted Division of the British South Africa Police were recruiting in London Glenn was sent to Salisbury, Rhodesia and during the early stages of WWII he found himself in North Africa. After 21 years he retired from the BSAP as Detective Chief Inspector. Glenn returned to Canada in 1963 and began a second career at 46 that saw him retire as supervisor of Probation and Aftercare for the province of Ontario. Glenn was an exceptionally proud and loyal man who will be missed. As per his request cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will take place at The Marcotte Funeral Home and Chapel 12105 Tecumseh Road, Tecumseh, (735-2830) on Monday, July 26, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Ken Jaggs officiating. Memorial donations to the CNIB or Hospice of Windsor would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Glenn MacDonald in the Marcotte Heritage Forest. A dedication service will be held on September 26, 2004. All are welcome. The family invites you to sign the Book of Condolences and share your memories at www.obituariestoday.com