Born in Gaspe, Quebec, he was the son of the late Georgette and Bernard McDonald.
Bill was a kind, patient and loving father and devoted husband. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Bill was also an ardent Boston Bruins fan.
Survived by his wife, Diane; sons Andrew and John; sisters Muriel, Montreal; twin brother Claude (Brenda), Montreal; and grandson Kee’Adyn.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr., Halifax (902) 455-0531 on Monday, November 19th at 11:00am; Rev. Jim Norton officiating. To place an online condolence for the family, please visit: www.jasnowfuneralhome.com