Posted Dec 28, 2023 | 11:42 AM
Peacefully with family by her side at Lee Manor on Monday, December 25, 2023. Born in Arran Township on June 15, 1942, Margaret Alaire MacDonald (nee Fenwick) of Tara, was in her 82nd year.
Beloved wife for 58 years of Gary MacDonald of Tara. Proud mother of Deanne MacDonald (Wayne Mutton) of Orton, Mark MacDonald (Joeleen) of Camlachie and Pam MacDonald Harron (Brad) of Paisley. Cherished grandma of Kayley, Julia, Ainsley, Curtis, Cadence, Kiara and Mylah. Dear sister of Nadine Englehart (Sandy) of Victoria and Janice Seaborn (Chris) of London. Sister-in-law of Kaye MacKenzie, Ray MacDonald (Darlene) and Leslie MacDonald (Donna). Alaire will also be missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Predeceased by her parents, Ivan and Margaret Fenwick, in-laws Cameron and Christina MacDonald, brothers-in-law Wayne MacDonald and Dave MacKenzie and sisters-in-law Louise Nicholson and Joan MacDonald.
Alaire loved to travel and was always up for a new adventure. She treasured the memories and friendships she and Gary made along the way. Alaire especially loved to spend time with her family and friends.
The family extends a heartfelt appreciation for the exceptional care Alaire received at Kelso Villa and Lee Manor.
A memorial service to celebrate Alaire’s life will be held at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, 110 Yonge St. N., Tara, 519-934-1404, on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. Interment will take place in Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the Owen Sound Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences can be sent to Alaire’s family by visiting her memorial at www.woodfuneralhome.ca.