Bernard "Bernie" Malcolm MacDonald

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bernie, 47, of Fort McMurray and formerly Port Hood, on September 22, 2013. He was born December 10, 1965, in Toronto, Ont. He was raised from an early age in Port Hood. Bernie graduated from Port Hood Consolidated School and went on to graduate from Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC). Bernie worked in construction for many years, most recently as a commercial manager with Vision Works Construction.

He is survived by his beloved children, Matthew and Macy MacDonald, Dighton, Mass.; parents, Leo and Cassie (Gillis) MacDonald, Port Hood; brothers and sisters, Darlene (Jackie) Rankin, Mabou; Leona Gillies, Fort McMurray; Kevin (Lynn) MacDonald, Winnipeg,Man.; Lynn MacDonald, Port Hood; and honorary brother/nephew, Ashley MacDonald, Winnipeg; seven nieces; six nephews; two grandnieces; many aunts and uncles; cousins and friends. He is predeceased by his sister, Karen MacDonald. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held in Port Hood & Area Resting Place on Sunday, September 29, from 2- 4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Peter’s Church, Port Hood, on Monday, September 30, at 2 p.m. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations in memory of Bernie can be made to a trust fund for his children in one of the following ways: during visitation, by cheque to “Darlene Rankin in Trust”, 1396 Mabou Harbour Rd, Mabou, NS, B0E 1X0; or through an email money transfer to [email protected].

Bernie was a fun-loving guy! He was passionate about harness racing, hockey, and football. He was an avid Leafs and 49’ers fan! He was proudly a “Boy Scout” and minor hockey coach for his son. He loved to cook and clean in the kitchen. He made the best biscuits and was the “BBQ King.” We will remember his smile, how he enjoyed life, a good laugh, and socializing with his many friends. He loved his Port Hood home, the beach, and Cape Breton sunsets. But more than anything he dearly loved his two children, his buddy and his princess - they were his pride and joy. He will be dearly missed.

On-line condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com