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DONALD JOHN EDWARD MCRAE
Date of Passing: Dec 12, 2018
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DONALD JOHN EDWARD MCRAE 1940 - 2018 With heavy hearts we are sorry to announce the peaceful passing of Donald John Edward McRae with family and friends by his side at the Stonewall Hospital on Wednesday, December 12, 2018. John was 78 years old and left behind a wife of 51 years, Marie their two sons, Les, his girlfriend Michelle and his children, Austin and Madison, Lee his wife Tayvia and their daughters, Alayna and Olivia and John's daughter Lisa and her children, Joshua and Tyler along with many family and friends. John was an owner operator of his own trucking company most of his life and his son Lee will continue to operate the family business. John was an avid racer and race fan as he continued to enjoy watching his sons race over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the Children's Rehabilitation Foundation, CancerCare Manitoba and Meadow Lea United Church. Viewing will be Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at MacKenzie Funeral Home in Stonewall, Manitoba. The funeral will be Friday, December 21, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Meadow Lea Hall. MacKenzie Funeral Home Stonewall 204-467-2525 info@mackenziefh.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 18, 2018
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Huge influence in my Life.." Big9Boss " will Race on Forever..RIP. - Posted by: Len Schick (Friend) on: Dec 21, 2018
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My condolences to Marie, Les & Lee & families. Thinking of you all. - Posted by: Michelle (Thiessen) Cenerini (Family Friend) on: Dec 19, 2018
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Condolences go out to the McRae Family our thought and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Ray McCaughan (Friend ) on: Dec 19, 2018
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I grew up in Marquette in the late 60’s to the late 70’s. I know both Johnny and his brother Archie very well. They both had a huge impact on my life and in me becoming a trucker. Johnny always had a story and time to tell it to you. My condolences to Marie, Les, Lee and the McRae families. RIP Dear Johnny #9 will race on!! - Posted by: Alan schick (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2018
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I have fond memories of John racing at St Francis and Brookland Speedway. It was very special to be allowed to help with #9. I will really miss talking with John during my visits to Marquette. Our condolences to Marie and the family. We are so sorry for your loss. Lois and Tom Kelly - Posted by: tom Kelly (Freinds) on: Dec 18, 2018
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John was a great competitor on the track and a good friend in the pits. - Posted by: Ray.Senebald (An old racing friend from Brooklands Speedway) on: Dec 18, 2018
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I grew up in Marquette just across the road from the McRae families, including the McRae brothers trucking. What I remember most is Johnny and Marie were always community involved, neighbourly and kind hearted, down to earth people. I believe he inspired my brothers to experience life on the road as truckers. See you further down the road Johnny .... sincere condolences to Marie and family. - Posted by: Phyllis Wareham (nee Schick) (Former Marquette neighbour) on: Dec 18, 2018
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More like a friend than an Uncle, always happy to see him! We teased and joked with each other but as a racer, I respected no other! You fought hard to win the battle but now you can rest easy! You did a great job with your children and for that I’m proud of you! So sorry for losing you but I’m glad your out of pain and moving into a new body! Take a deep breath and say hi to everyone up in heaven! RIP - Posted by: Barry Bremner (Nephew) on: Dec 18, 2018
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My heartfelt condolences to the family .I enjoyed Johnnies stories and his passion for racing and snomobiling . God Speed Johnnie - Posted by: Dave Gregotski, Peter Gregotski (friend) on: Dec 18, 2018
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Sorry to hear of Johnnys passing. Condolences to Marie, Les, Lee & families - Posted by: Barry &Judy Baldwin (friend) on: Dec 18, 2018
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I have had the opportunity to know Johnny for the last few years . Johnny was a great story teller and was interesting to listen to , With his stories about his trucking days and stock car racing . I did help out with his trucking business . Johnny will be missed by all. - Posted by: Ralph Sinclair (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2018