Albert Bridge
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Donald Alexander MacIntyre, age 84, announce his death on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Donald passed away peacefully with his loving wife, Caroline of 62 years, his eldest daughter, Sarah, and son-in-law, Harry LaCosta by his side.
Born in Glace Bay, Donald was the son of the late Laughlin and Effie (MacDonald) MacIntyre, formerly from Louisbourg.
Donald worked in Wabush Labrador as an administrator for years until his retirement. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Donald is survived by his two daughters, Sarah (Harry) LaCosta and Linda (Bruce) Budgel; grandchildren, Victoria and Alexandra Budgel, and Daniel, Kendall, and Madison LaCosta; great-grandchildren, Harrison, and Emma LaCosta; sister, Mora Estabrooks and two brothers-in-law, Leo Carter, and Benny and his adoring wife, Caroline Fudge. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins that offered loving support throughout the last few years.
Besides his parents, Donald was predeceased by his brothers, Frederick ‘Freddy’, Donnie and sister-in-law, Eddie.
Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation for the late Donald MacIntyre. Memorial service will be celebrated on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 11 a.m. in Union Presbyterian Church, Albert Bridge with Rev. Lydia MacKinnon, and Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating.
The family would like to thank the Cape Breton Home Care workers, staff of Palliative Care Unit 4E, and wonderful neighbours and friends for the support and care given to Donald in his time of need.
Donations in memory of Donald can be made to the Union Presbyterian Church, Albert Bridge.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Dear Caroline, my deepest condolences to you and your family, at this difficult time.
From: Faye MacIntyre
Caroline and family,
So sorry for your loss,Mr.Mac Intyre was a very nice gentleman with a great sense of humor! I worked with him at Holy Angels, I know he will be missed!
From: Joyce Hooper
Caroline and family. It was with great sadness I heard of Don’s passing. I know the heartache you are going through .Please accept my deepest sympathy and know my thoughts and prayers are with you daily.
From: Georgiana Eddy
Caroline, Sarah, Linda & families,
We are so very sad to hear of Don’s passing, and so very sorry for your loss.
We have so many fond memories of Don, both as a friend & as my principal. When I began my teaching career in Wabush, I could not have asked for a better mentor. He was always there to support me, giving me the responsibility and freedom to discover the kind of teacher I would become, and he was always a very caring and compassionate principal to the students!
Please know that we are keeping you close to our hearts at this difficult time.
Les & Phyllis Hancock
Sending you my deepest sympathy. Sarah, I remember your dad as a very special person. He was my first principal as I started my teaching career in Wabush. He gave me so much guidance in my early years. I often tell others of ways my first principal was such a big influence on me. Thinking of you and your family.
My heart is broken to hear of Don’s passing !! Don and Caroline have been our dear friends for over 50 years !! We shared many happy times together !! He loved life and will be missed. It is with much sadness that I send my condolences to Caroline, Sarah and family,Linda and family. May God Bless you all as you go through this most difficult time.
Soar with the Angels,Don ❤
So sorry to hear about your dad Sarah. It doesn’t seem to make any difference that are parents are getting older. It’s still such a sad time when they are gone. Thinking about you and you are in our prayers. Brenda and Bernie Buckle
Condolences from the Sherren family of Wabush, Labrador. We remember Mr. MacIntyre fondly from our school years at J.R. Smallwood Collegiate. Thinking of you all during this sad time.
Don was a great guy. He made his positive mark on many a young person with his example, including me. Don will be missed but his legacy will live on in the numerous individuals he incountered. Proud to have known you. And thanks for the example of life.
So sorry to hear about Don’s passing. My condolences to his family.
To Sarah & Linda,
With Sincere Condolences, I pray your hearts hold tight to loving memories. For to live in the hearts of our loved ones, is not to die.
To the MacIntyre family: We were so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I have many pleasant memories of working with him at J.R.Smallwood in Wabush. Always a gentleman and a great principal. Our sincere condolences to all.
Caroline, Sarah and Linda and all your families. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this sad time . May reflecting on all your special times you had over the years help you get through this difficult time. Marion and Frank Murphy .
Caroline, Sarah, Linda and families, so sorry to hear of
Mr. MacIntyre’s (as I always called him) passing. I was happy to have known him and worked for him at Wabush Junior School. Deepest sympathies to you all at this sad time. I will keep you all in my prayers.
We are very sad to hear about Don’s passing. Garland and I have been friends with Don and Caroline since our time together in Wabush in the mid 60s. We continued to keep in close contact over the years. Our sincere condolences to Caroline, Sarah and her family, and Linda and her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this very difficult time,
Shirley and Garland.
Sad to hear of Don’s passing. He was the MC at our wedding back in Oct 2003. And my teacher from JRSC! Our condolences to Caroline and his family!
Caroline, Sarah and Linda, so sorry to hear about the passing of Don. Don set many young people on the correct path for life through his time teaching and Sea Cadets in Wabush. Being one these young persons, I owe him him a great gratitude.
Deepest Sympathies
Scott & Margaret Parsons – Halifax, NS
Our deepest sympathy to Caroline . Sarah & Linda and their families on the passing of Don.
Hold fast your memories , they are precious . Fly with the Angels Don 🙏
So very sad to hear of Dons passing He was my principal in Wabush. There could be no better. His kind heart and wonderful sense of humour made all of us happy in our jobs. RIp Don many happy memories
Just hearing the sad news. Our thoughts are with Carolyn, Sarah, Linda Harry and Bruce. Norma and I often speak off our wonderful years in Wabush, and all our school and community friends. Don and his family were a big part of the J.R. Smallwood Collegiate support network.
Caroline and family: We are so saddened by the news of Don passing. We were neighbours for years and had a lot of laughs together. Never forget the time he wanted BOB written on his stomach for an evening of fun and found out later it was a permanent marker. Cheryl and Oscar.
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He taught me geography, in grade 6, at JRSC, before becoming Principal. Was a fixture with sea cadets in Wabush for many years. A fine man, a real gentleman. Rest in peace sir.
I remember Mr MacIntyre walking the halls in JRS collegiate
In my elementary school days
He had a presence of authority and respect
Prayers to his family .
My deepest condolences to you Caroline and family . This man changed my way of thinking and helped me to be the best I could be in grade 8. Fond memories of Wabush and him. He was amazing in everything he did . So sorry for your loss .
Emma Spelts
Our deepest condolences to the Macintyre family.
Sorry-to read of Don’s passing ,Caroline,Sarah and Linda ,Cherish your memories,,Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time ,hugs God Bless . Hilda and Bill Parsons .
Linda and family, so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your mom and your entire family during this difficult time. God bless!
Sincere condolences from Nellie and I. We remember the fun times in Wabush.
Nellie & Mac Moss
Very sad news. A fine man indeed and many great memories with the MacIntyre family. My thoughts are with you.
So very sorry Sarah to hear of your dad’s passing. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
RIP Don!
So sorry to learn of Don’s passing. Every time I tell a story of my one year teaching in Wabush, Don (and sometimes you) appear in the story. I always refer to him as my good friend. The other good friend from Wabush, Larry Moss left this earth a couple of years ago. Keep well, Caroline.
So sorry for your loss.. Our condolences to you all.. Thinking of you ❤️.. He was a gentle man.. RIP Mr MacIntyre..
Hi Caroline,
Chris and I were very sorry to receive this sad news last Sunday from your minister. We were glad to chat today. May God sustain you in these challenging times in your journey. Well I recall our good times when you were in St Andrew’s, Dartmouth and also the time we spent with you in your home many years ago when we came for a special outdoor service.