Catalone
Donnie Hall, 79, of Catalone passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born in Catalone, he was the son of the late John and Theresa (Troke) Hall. In early years Donnie was a fish cutter and mechanic. However, due to a tragic car accident, he was left a quadriplegic and confined to a wheelchair for the last 51 years. He was lovingly cared for by his wife, Mary Ann, until her death in 2003.
Since that time, he had been under the wonderful care of the VON and County Home Care Workers.
Donnie is survived by his son, Raymond (Jacqueline) Hall; daughter, Jeanette (Lester) Huffman both of Sydney; sisters-in-law, Katie and Peggy Hall; special friend and caregiver, Josh Lahey; nephew, Victor Hall; the extended Hall family; the extended Holland family, and special nephew-in-law, Ricky Holland. Donnie was the last surviving member of his family.
Donnie was predeceased by his wife, Mary Ann (Holland) Hall; brothers, Alex, Earl, Henry, Angus, Tommy, and sisters, Isabel, Maria, and Rose.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Donald Hall will be held at MacMillan Memorial United Church, Catalone on Friday, August 15, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 11 a.m. to 12 noon with the memorial service to follow at 12 noon in MacMillan Memorial United Church with Rev. Emily Duggan officiating. Interment will take place in Loch End Cemetery following the service.
Donations in memory of Donald may be made to MacMillan Memorial United Church, Catalone.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
We are sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace
From: Debbie Mahon
Our sincere condolences to the family. He will be missed.
My Deepest Condolences to Raymond and Jacklyn and family .
So sorry for your loss.
Condolences to the Hall Family may he rest in peace
I going to miss u uncle Donnie
I so sorry for your loss
Sincere Condolences Raymond, Jeanette and family. Donnie, I will cherish all the wonderful memories and the love you had for me and my children, you were my second set of eyes when they were growing up. Rest peacefully old neighbor.
He was one of a kind, loved to get you going. Always needed something before you left your time doing his care. Oh and no one could ever cook like his wife Mary lol… How many times did he tell me that, plus that she was an angel… Yet would always make sure there was a Pepsi there for us all. He was one of a kind. Simpethy going out to the whole family. He will be missed. Oh ps the closest to his wife’s cooking was Roseane C and of course Natalie lol
Very sorry to hear about Donnie . He had an amazing outlook. What a kind soul. He will be missed forsure. Strength and courage to all who knew him. ♥️🪽
Our condolence’s To uncle Donnie and his family. our thoughts and prayers are with you on this sad day. R.I.P. love Cathy & George.
On Behave Of The MacPhail Family I Wish To Convey Sincere Condolences To Raymond And Jeanette On The Passing Of Their Farther, Donnie Hall. Donnie Was A Great Guy And A Good Friend. He Will Be Sorely Missed By The Extended Hall Family. R.I.P. Donnie. GOD Bless! Blessings!
Deepest condolences to the Hall family 🙏❤️🙏
Sincere condolences to all family and friends of Donnie. May he rest in peace
Sorry for your loss condolences to the hall family