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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
DOUCET, Donald Joseph - It is with great sadness that the family of Donald Joseph Doucet, 80, of Marriotts Cove, announce his passing on Monday, August 12, 2024, at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.
Born in Sunnyside, New Brunswick, he was a son of the late Simon and Martha Eunice Doucet.
Donald spent his working years with the Royal Canadian Navy, which is where his love for sailing began. Upon retiring from the Navy, he took on a job as a school bus driver. Donald loved to spend time on the water, and in true craftsman spirit he built his own homes as well as his own sailboat. He enjoyed trying his hand at homemade wine, and spending time in the garden. He will be remembered as a man of great integrity. Over the years he was a member of the Grace Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, a member and of Unity Lodge #4 of the Masonic Order, as well as a past member of the Shriners.
Donald is survived by his wife Doreen; his children, Jennifer Mosher; Joan Doucet, Sackville; granddaughter, Ava; sisters, Sheila Peters, Leona Dempsey, Gloria Peters, all of Ontario; several nieces and nephews; stepchildren, Stuart (Michelle) Gillespie, Lunenburg, Derek (Cassandra) Gillespie, Berwick, Graeme, Lower LaHave; grandchildren, Maggie May and Charlie Sue; step-grandchildren, Devon and Danielle, Brittany Gillespie; and his fur babies, Edgar and Spanky.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Darrell.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, 11213 Hwy #3, Lunenburg, and from where a Masonic funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. (Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home Ltd)
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