McDONALD, Michael Hayden

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Born on May 10, 1943. Passed away on June 18, 2022.

Passed away peacefully at St John of God, Geelong surrounded by family.

Dearly loved husband of Jen. Loved father and father-in-law of Timothy, Christopher, Nicholas (dec), Andrew and Cate, Lucy, Jonathan (dec) and their partners. Loved Pup of Milla, Max and Will.

Funeral Notice

Service: Tuesday June 28, 2022

The Funeral of Mr. Michael Hayden McDonald will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 33-37 Smith Street, Lorne on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 with the service commencing at 11.00 a.m.

In accordance with family wishes, a private burial will be held.

No flowers by request, Michael’s passion was the refugee cause. Donations may be made to Dementia AustraliaCRAG (Combined Refugee Action Group) or JRS (Jesuit Refugee Service Australia, envelopes will be available at the service.

 

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  1. Our deepest Sympathy to you Jen and all your family thoughts are with you all . Sending love ❤️ May Mike rest in peace xx
    Honorine and Vic Dowie xx

    Honorine Dowie June 23 2022 11:40 am
  2. Mike was a true gentleman and very much loved friend. His warmth and sincerity blessed us with acceptance and love.
    May he forever plough a straight furrow.
    Our deepest sympathy to Jen and the family.
    With all our love, Jackie and Barney

    Jackie and Barney June 23 2022 1:21 pm
  3. Our thoughts and sympathy to Jen and all the family . Love to you all Lucy Mike & Michael

    Lucy Washington June 23 2022 6:32 pm
  4. Deepest sympathy to Jen and the family. Mike will be remembered as an absolute gentleman and hard working man. A big part of our lives growing up in Yoedene.
    Rest in peace Mike

    Ben Gibbs

    Ben Gibbs June 23 2022 8:38 pm
  5. All our love to you Jen and family, Michael was such a gentle man who adored his family. Our heartfelt condolences to you all.
    Helen & Tim Gibson and family

    Helen Gibson June 24 2022 12:28 pm
  6. Dear Jen and family, we are thinking of you all and send our deepest sympathies. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort.
    Rest peacefully Mike. Sending all our love
    Amy, Len and family 🌹🌹

    Amelia Cole June 25 2022 10:10 am
  7. Thinking of you and your family Jenny as you say goodbye to Michael, such a special person in your lives . X

    Danila and Terry Kavenagh June 25 2022 8:21 pm
  8. Dear Jen and family i was saddened to hear about Michael’s passing the other day he was one of the best bosses and my first boss who taught me so much he was a gentle person who had time for everybody he will be sadly mist and our thoughts are with you all. Jenny and Russell Mitchell

    Russell Mitchell June 25 2022 9:24 pm
  9. Dear Jen and family Jenny and myself were saddened to hear about Michael’s passing he was a true gentleman and had time for everybody He taught me so much in my younger years and being my first boss i enjoyed working with him and we had many a wonderful day planting spuds you will be forever mist and always in our thoughts. Jenny and Russell Mitchell

    Russell Mitchell June 26 2022 9:31 am
  10. Thinking of you Jen and your family, on the passing of Michael. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

    Noeleen McRae (nee Kerr) June 26 2022 11:38 pm
  11. Our thoughts are with you, Jen and family on the passing of Michael, treasure the memories.
    Janet and Graham

    Janet June 27 2022 10:18 am
  12. Jen and family, we are thinking of you. May treasured memories help you through this difficult time. Lyn and Ralph

    Lyn and Ralph Muller June 27 2022 1:19 pm
  13. Dear Jen&Family
    My thoughts and prayers
    are with you at this sad time
    Margaret Fleming
    (Nee Costello)💐

    Margaret Fleming June 27 2022 4:55 pm
  14. Condolences to Jen and the family , Michael was such a kind caring soul, sending all our love ❤️
    Love Lorrae and Frank Rigg

    Lorrae Rigg June 27 2022 7:02 pm
  15. Dear Jen,
    We’re thinking of you Tim Chris Lucy and Andrew at this sad time.
    Michael was a wonderful person and we miss him.
    We share some wonderful memories of family gatherings.
    Michael’s gentle nature, wit, love of rock climbing, his interest in nature, and his support of many worthy causes will be with us always.
    Love Tony Julia Rosie and Georgia

    Tony June 28 2022 8:53 am
  16. Our deepest sympathy to Jenn & family on the passing of Michael
    from Keith & Maxine Armistead

    Keith Armistead July 6 2022 2:23 pm

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