Passed peacefully with family by his side on Friday December 13, 2024 at Georgian Bay General Hospital in Midland in his 86th year. Mac, loving husband to Diane, will be sadly missed by his children Robert and Andrew (Jennifer), by his grandchildren Seth, Luke and Lily, by his siblings Susan Tickner and Maxwell (Hillary) both of England, by his Step Daughter Michelle Green, step son Rory Green (predeceased), daughter in law Monique Green, step grandchildren Brenden and Sadie, cousins Carole and Ian, and by his dear friends Sue Cook, Tom Davidson, and Don and Sharon Penrose. Mac was a teacher at Midland Secondary School for over 32 years, was very active in the Huronia Players and Midland Sailing Club, attended St. Paul’s United Church and he enjoyed flying with the gliding club. He flew his own plane, a Cessna, and flew his family to Disney World. In 1987 Mac sailed his boat “Shelter” from Portugal to Barbados across the Atlantic, and sailed many years with his wife Diane on the Great Lakes. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be announced in the sping. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society and will be received by Carson Funeral Home – J.H. Lynn Chapel (705) 526-6551.
Thoughts on Mac by his dear friend Ian:
Hi Diane,
It was with great sadness that we heard the news of Mac’s passing. I had been in touch with Margaret Hamilton who had visited him and conveyed to me Mac’s frustration and at times distress with his Alzheimer’s situation. So I suppose in many ways it was a welcome blessing for him to escape the insidious effects of Alzheimer’s.
I personally remember Mac as a kind, thoughtful and generous man. I was also fortunate to be in one of his history classes in Grade 12 in high school. He was passionate about teaching and tried to convey his enthusiasm to a not always appreciative group of restless teenagers.
Mac was very supportive of my mother too for many years and also gave away my sister Barbara at her wedding.
Elizabeth and I experienced another generous aspect of Mac when visiting Canada Mac thrilled a young Christopher by allowing him to steer his boat!
Mac will be missed by his many friends and relatives as a generous father, friend, teacher and committed member of local drama and community groups.
We were privileged to know him and our thoughts go out to you Diane at this difficult time.
Kind regards and condolences,
Ian, Elizabeth & Christopher
Condolences
Bruce and Denise Baker
Dec 19, 2024So sorry for your loss Diane. Mac was a rare character with extraordinary gifts! He will be missed. Blessings to you as you carry on.
Melissa Frendo-Cumbo
Dec 18, 2024Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Mac. He was my Buddy and I enjoyed every moment I was blessed to spend with him. My heart is with you all.
Patricia Peloso
Dec 18, 2024Diane, I am sorry to hear about Mac’s passing. It is so very difficult to say goodbye to a loved one. I’m thinking of you and hoping you can find moments of peace at this challenging time. May your memories with Mac be a blessing. My condolences. Pat
Nancy & Bill Hunter
Dec 18, 2024Our sincere condolences to you and your family, Diane You have had some super times & wonderful adventures together. Memories of these, along with all your supportive friends ,will help you through this very difficult time. Sincerely, Nancy & Bill
Sue Dorion
Dec 17, 2024So very sorry to hear of Mac’s passing. Such a sweet man who showed how much he cared for you, Diane, in so many ways. Sending hugs, Sue
Sheila Payne
Dec 17, 2024To Diane and Mac’s Family: So hard to say goodbye to such a sweet,gentle soul as Mac,(while still reeling from the loss of another, mere months ago.) How sad for all of us to witness Mac’s declining health over the last year or so, but hoping he is at peace now and we will see him again in the place where his spirit flourishes now.Take heart in knowing he was well loved and highly respected by all who knew him in this life, and know that you are not alone in your grief. Ron and I already miss him as we remember our vacation and dinners and cards with Mac and Di and sailing and biking and of course at the theatre where we met and he became a part of both our lives. Break a leg Mac- wherever you are and bye for now. Ron and Sheila
Linda Hillman
Dec 17, 2024Diane, I am so sorry to hear this news. Alan was the first person I met when I stepped up to volunteer with HP. He always so kind and ready with a big smile and I enjoyed following all your adventures together, which I know you will treasure. I am thinking of you at this difficult time. Sincere condolences, Linda
Brenda Slater
Dec 17, 2024Oh Di, I’m so very sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept my condolences to you and your family. My heart goes out to you, hugs.
Chuck Therrien
Dec 17, 2024Indeed a huge loss and I am so sorry Diane. I was his stage manager for both "I Oughta Be in Pictures" and "Hilda's Yard". There are enough superlatives to describe him. It was a great pleasure to have known him and I will miss him as I am sure many, many others will.
Pearl Sceviour
Dec 17, 2024Our deepest condolences to Diane and the entire family. He gave so much and was a joy to be around.
Myra Huber nee Randa
Dec 17, 2024I had Mr MacMenemey at MSS. He was a kind and inspiring teacher. I really enjoyed his teaching. My mom Margaret Randa sends her condolences as well. She is a long time member of St. Paul's.
Colleen Gareau
Dec 17, 2024Diane and family, My deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband. Both of you were so welcoming when I joined St. Paul's church and instantly made me feel at home. For that, I will be forever grateful. My fondest memory of Mac is watching him in the Christmas play a couple of years ago. His facial expressions had me howling and I am laughing as I remember this fun memory. God bless you, Diane.
Dave Chambers
Dec 17, 2024Diane, I am sorry to hear of Al’s passing. I am proud to have worked with such a fine teacher, fair, hard working, so caring for children, such a fine human. Please accept my sympathy for your loss
Jane Boudreau, nee Gray
Dec 16, 2024Very sad to hear of Mr. Mac’s passing! I was a student at MSS many years ago (1972 graduation) and he taught me history and it was always fun in his class!! He called me “Lady Jane” and would always tell me the story of the King and all his wives, specifically, Lady Jane Grey, he would laugh and tell me I should spell my last name with an “e” instead of an “a”!! We always joked about it!! I actually enjoyed history as he was such a good teacher and I managed to get 90’s in his class!! My condolences to his family and his friends from his student that immensely enjoyed his humour and fantastic personality!!
Yvonne beeney
Dec 16, 2024To a lovely man who taught me so much about the theatre he was a wonderful patient man. My condolences to the family
Ross
Dec 16, 2024so ver4y sorry for your loss, Diane. Of course I'll always be grateful for the faith Mac showed in me by casting me in his production of How the Other Half Loves and introduction to the wonderful world of the Huronia Players. He was a very kind and decent man and may he rest in peace.
Stephen Orr
Dec 16, 2024Dear Diane...so sorry to hear of Macs passing..His struggles with Alziemers was not fair! Thinking of you and family.
Judy Kelly
Dec 16, 2024Diane my heart goes out to you. I know it was a difficult time with Mac's Alzheimers but now he can rest in peace. He was a wonderful man.
Sandra Templeton
Dec 16, 2024Dear Dianne and family So very sorry for your loss. He was a kind and gentle man. He will be greatly missed by Huronia Players family. Rest in peace Mac.
Wendy (Birdie) Roper
Dec 15, 2024I love the picture of Mac...in his happy place. I have some wonderful memories of him at Huronia Players. He has been sadly missed the last couple of years. He had put forward a play he wanted to produce. 'A Gentlema Clothier....I am hoping another director will step up and say they would like to produce it....in his honour. I would love to be a part of that production . Rest in peace my friend....you live on in my memories and maybe on the stage, .with one last play