Dorothy MACFADDEN

DOAK, Dorothy (nee Macfadden). "Together forever" in a marriage of unceasing love, "Dotte" left Stuart after 67 years, August 24. Born to cherished parents, then tragically orphaned at 8, she was raised by her Uncle Sherm (with C.P. Rail) and Aunt Etta; Life in the Maine wilderness crystallized her love of wild places. All who encountered Dotte's empathetic mind, indomitable spirit and charity, will remember her as truly special. With Stuart, Dotte supported many charities, such as restoring eyesight in India and sponsoring orphans. After Acadia, marrying Stuart during WWII, in Arvida, and as accomplished teacher, skier, and artist, she also happily raised two sons in Beauharnois, Toronto, Shawinigan, Arvida, retiring in her 36th home. Dotte's campaigning inspired Baie D'Urfe to be first to ban all pesticides. She is adoringly remembered by Stuart, sons John and Robin, sister Nen, brother Ian, and nieces Eleanor, Margie; Douglas, John-Lawrence; Joni, Bethy, David and Bryson; and Anna-Jean, Donny, Ronny, Patsy and Betsy. Special thanks to all caregivers and the extra care and compassion of Myriam Williams. In lieu of flowers, send donations to Operation Eyesight Universal, 4 Parkdale Cres. N.W., Calgary, AB, T2N 3T8. and Christian Childrens Fund, 1200 Denison St. Markham, ON, L3R 8G6. Funeral service: Beaurepaire United Church, 25 Fieldfare Ave. Beaconsfield, September 3, 1:30 pm. Visitation: Monday and Tuesday, 5 to 9 pm. Sep 1 & 2. Collins, Clarke, 222 Rte. 20 (exit Cartier), Pte. Claire, (514) 483-1870 Published in the Montreal Gazette from 8/29/2008 - 8/30/2008