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MacKinnon; Dorothy Anne

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It is with great love and aching hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Anne MacKinnon who died very peacefully on February 26 in the arms of her family.
Dorothy Anne was born in Yarmouth on June 14 1930 where she lived a life full of music, dance and laughter with her parents Doris and Eric Rogers and her younger brother Eric “Bub” who have predeceased her. She leaves behind her husband of 64 years, Robert Kitchener (RK), daughters Barbara (Ulf) Snarby, Bev Pettersen, Becky (Archie) Mason and son John (Lori) MacKinnon. She cherished the spirit of young children and embraced her role as grandmother to Kristopher, Andreas, Hans, Brenna, Ben, Liana, Nathaniel, Bria and her great- grandchildren Tove and Trig.
Dorothy Anne loved children. Immediately after graduating from Normal (Teachers) College in Truro in 1949 she started a 41 year career as a kindergarten teacher – first as a primary teacher in Liverpool and later in the kindergarten program she operated from her home. She taught hundreds of Queens County children the importance of caring, sharing and being a good friend.
It was her pursuit of a teaching career that brought her to Liverpool and to the love of her life – RK.. Together they created an incredible home for their family, tackled life’s challenges, celebrated big and small wins and travelled to new and exciting places – they created a magic and we are all better for it.
Never one with a high tolerance for whining or drama, Dorothy Anne accepted a dementia diagnosis straight on. With the support of family, her Main Street neighbours and the amazing care of her special friend Trisha Doucette, she continued to enjoy being surrounded by family, celebrations at Ponhook Lake and Corkum Road, laughing with friends and enjoying friendly people. Her final months were made so much easier by the wonderful staff at Harbourview Haven where she enjoyed a new freedom, made people smile and met new friends like Shirley, Lois, Hilda and Barry.
Dorothy Anne was of small stature but left a big footprint and a mark that lasts. She was a member of the Zion United Church and its choir for over 50 years, served on the Liverpool School Board and Queens Family and Children Services; was an advocate for people with learning disabilities, was a staunch supporter for the Progressive Conservatives, supported the Queens County Festival and has been the consummate fan for sports teams and musicians from Queens County. Her cheers, laughter and guidance will resonate forever.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool where visitation will be held Monday February 29, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. A service to celebrate her full and wonderful life will be held Tuesday, March 1 at 2:00 at Zion United Church in Liverpool. Reverend Carol Smith and Reverend Joanne McFadden officiating. A private family burial will take place at a later time. Family flowers only, donations in her memory can be made to the Zion United Church Liverpool, the Queens Food Bank or Astor Theatre Society. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.

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  1. RK and all the family:
    Were so sorry to hear of Dorothy Ann’s passing.She was a wonderful lady,a great teacher( mine in grade primary)and our three children in her kindergarten class in her home?She cared so much about each and everyone she taught,as well as having so much love for her entire family.She will be so greatly missed by all who knew her.Our condolences go to you all at this difficult time.

    Walter and Sherri Miller.

  2. This is a lovely tribute, written for a lovely woman. Jim and I are so sorry for your loss, but we know that your treasured memories will comfort you in the days ahead.

  3. So sad to see this lovely spirit moving on. Like so many, my first memories are of that little room on Main Street and the kindness she showed me all of my life.
    Deepest sympathies to you all.
    Liz

  4. Dear R K and family: Harvey and I send our love and support to your family on the loss of your beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

    We are so blessed to have known Dorothy Anne and the extended family.

    Peace, Harvey and Mary

  5. To Dorothy,s Family __ Our sincere condolences on the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother & so forth.She was my first teacher in Primary & I still remember her wonderful way with us children .I will always remember her with love & happiness which is what she gave me ..God Bless you all & RIP Mrs MacKinnon .

  6. My thoughts, prayers, and sympathies are with you John, Lori, and Bria, as well as to the rest of your family. Your mom’s obituary is testimony that you have many, many memories to treasure forever.

  7. To Dorothy’s family, sorry to hear of her passing,she was a wonderful lady and will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

  8. RK, Barb, Bev, Becky, John, and Families,
    What a lovely and heart-felt tribute to a beautiful lady
    who has been such a strong supporter of our community for
    so many years. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
    Cathy & Rollie

  9. Dear RK and family, so sorry for your loss. Warm thoughts and hugs to you all. Love from Marit, Tromsø, Norway

  11. RK, Barb, Bev and families – so sorry to read of your loss. She was a great lady. My thoughts are with you all at this time

  12. I’m so sorry to hear of Dorthy passing. I have so many wonderful memories from her house, friendships that lasted a lifetime and the love from a teacher who was the best. Sending love and prayers to the family, Heaven got a new Angel.

  14. Such a beautiful photo of Mrs. MacKinnon with that wonderful bright smile so many of us will always remember. She was lovely and always a joy to be around. It is without a doubt a difficult time but there is also a comfort in knowing that there are so many wonderful memories that have been created over her lifetime with all those who loved her. This truly is a blessing. My heart is with all of you as you say goodbye for now. My deepest condolences to all of you.

    Love, Cathy

  15. Dear RK and family:
    I was saddened to hear of Dorothy Anne’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and a great teacher. All of my children went to her nursery school and enjoyed every minute of it. I know she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Her huge smile was uplifting to everyone and her contribution to this community will always be remembered. May God give you strength and peace as you move forward. My thoughts and prayer are with you all.
    Jean Strum

  16. So sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. Will always remember her as a very kind and gentle lady.

  17. John and family,

    Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My thought and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    LaDonna Williams

  18. So very sorry for your loss, John (and family), she sounds like an amazing woman. You were blessed.

    Sincerely, Kim

  19. Dorothy Ann was indeed, a special lady. She was my Kindergarten teacher, my neighbor, and we sang in the United Church choir together. She was always positive, proactive, warm and kind. There have been far too many special people leave Liverpool during the past few months. However, they were such strong individuals that their spirits will always linger in the community and exist in all those lives that they touched. Sending love and hugs.

  20. Dear John and Family,
    We are sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  21. Dear MacKinnon family,
    I am so very sorry to read of your loss. I know the past few years have had their challenges, but nothing really prepares us to say good-bye. “Mrs. MacKinnon”, as she will always be to me and my generation of Liverpudlians, holds a special place in my heart as the first of many inspirational teachers I’ve been fortunate to have in my life. The group of us who went to her nursery school in, I think, 1968 (!) remained lifelong friends, and that is in no small measure due to her example of kindness and caring – that, and enforcing the no hitting rule. (I’m looking at you Peter Samuels.) That thread of kindness and caring will pull the family through these tough times too. Please accept my condolences.
    Lisa

  22. Cookie and grape juice were a big part of the childhood of so many Liverpool children. She had such an influence on us all. I’m saddened to hear of her passing, but pleased to read that her final years were spent with her family. My condolences to the whole family. She will live on in the hearts and minds of so many.

  23. To the Family….so sorry to hear the loss of a GREAT women….Heaven has gained it’s newest Angel…she will be remembered and never forgotten by all who knew and loved her…she left an imprint on everyone she meet…keep her memories close to heart and they will bring you comfort in the days ahead…R.I.P Dorothy Anne

  26. R K and family, we are sorry to hear of Dorothy Anne’s passing. Our sincere condolences. Robert and Marjorie MacGowan.

  27. Dear R.K. And family, please accept our sincere condolences as you start a new chapter in life without this wonderful lady. Dorothy was just as she was described ” Wonderful ” to all who had the pleasure of meeting her , young, old, rich and poor. May God Bless you and all your family.
    Respectfully, The Kennedy’s

  28. To R.K. & Family, Dorothy Anne was one of the sweetest ladies I had the pleasure of ever knowing. She taught Our Daniel in her preschool and thought so much of him. We became such great Friends and spent a lot of hours together. She made me feel like one of her own. You all made me feel like part of your Family. I will never forget Our talks, our walks and sometimes runs. The way she would do this little smile when she got ice cream or candy, almost like she thought she was getting away with something. Dorothy Anne was a dainty little lady with a heart of gold. I will always keep you in my heart and cherish the memories. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. xoxo

  30. Dear RK and Family:

    I am so very saddened to hear of Dorothy Anne’s passing. Please accept my most sincere sympathy at this very difficult time. May God Bless you all.

  31. John, Lori and family, Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of Dorothy Anne MacKinnon.

  32. Bev, Becky, Barb and John. I am so sorry to hear about your Moms passing. She was a great lady and will certainly be missed.

  33. RK & family,it is with a heavy heart that i read of the passing of Dorothy Anne, who will always be Mrs. MacKinnon to my kids & i.She was such a wonderful influence to many families in the area.She will be missed.Heaven just gained another Angel.Keep her close in your heart with memories.Judi, Alicia, & Brendan Maillett

  34. Dorothy Anne was a wonderful person who faced her illness with great strength and dignity.
    Condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss.

  35. So sorry to hear about another wonderful person passing on. Some of my first memories were of her and kindergarten at the house on Main St. Hard to forget things like that. They make such an impression on a young life as I’m sure is the same for many in Liverpool.

  36. To RK and family
    So sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing.
    She was great lady.
    Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

  37. RK,Barb,Bev,Becky and John,
    I was so sad to hear this news. Dorothy was certainly a wonderful wife and mother and an important memory of mine in growing up in Liverpool. I was a graduate (1964) of her nursery school and still to this day never fill a glass of milk to the top as I was a “spiller” in her Kindergarden! She also annulled my first Marriage!
    I know how difficult the last few years have been and I hope you take comfort in that your grief is shared by others.
    Dave Bell

  38. To RK and family
    So sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing.
    She was great lady.
    Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

  39. Dearest Bev, Barbie and families,
    Allan and I are so saddened to hear of your beautiful Mom’s passing. We send our love and thoughts of cherished musical memories to you all.
    xo
    Rosalee Peppard Lockyer

  40. To RK and family
    Sorry to hear of your loss . Dorothy Ann was a wonderful lady.
    I first met her when we came to Liverpool for work @ Bowater’s
    in 1967 . She had the most wonderful smile , it would lite up the sky .
    Beautiful tribute in her memory . She certainly did for her community .
    Condolences to the family . Sincerely Brenda Lawrence .

  41. My sincere condolences for Dorothy Ann’s family. A rare, incredible, loving woman..I always held great respect for her . May her love keep you all remembering the best.

  43. Dear RK and family,

    I am so sad to hear about Dorothy Anne. I remember being so excited when it was my turn to go to Mrs. MacKinnon’s nursery school. She made us all feel special. I always loved it when we would bake and when Mrs. Rogers would come visit. Through the years I knew Dorothy Anne as a teacher, dear family friend and staunch Tory. I hope you will find comfort in knowing the impact she had on generations of children and on the community she made home. Thinking of you all.

  44. RK, I WAS SADDENED TO HEAR OF, ” Miss Rogers ” passing, SHE WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON. ALWAYS ONE TO SEE THE GOOD IN ALL. SHE WAS AN ABOLUTE PERFECT PERSON, I HAVE. NEVER FORGOTTEN HER AND THE DEVOTION TO US STUDENTS.
    MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND FAMILY.

    AL SWIM

  45. So sorry to hear of your loss. I attended her kindergarten class. A wonderful woman… she will be missed by many.

  46. Mr MacKinnon and family,

    Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your soul mate, mom and grandmother. I know each and everyone of you have your own special memories which will bring both tears and laughter.
    lean on each other and your friends as you grieve the loss of this special lady. When I think of Mrs MacKinnon it is what comes first every time, her BEAUTIFUL smile. Your loss is great but be grateful to God for the gift that he blessed you with all these years.

    God Bless
    Zona and Stephen Hatt

  47. To all of the Family;
    I did not know Dorothy personally but knew of her from others as a lovely person and that is echoed from all of the comments I am reading today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.

  48. John, I have such find memories of your mother. She was always so happy and cheerful. Thinking of all of you.

    Kim Bursey Chiasson

  49. Heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Hugs to you all during this most difficult time.

  50. I am sorry for the loss. She was a kind person. She always had a big smile on her face. A wonderful tribute.

  52. Please accept our sincere condolences. Those of us who taught remember her as a fantastic teacher.

  53. R.K.AND FAMILY.Please accept our deepest sympathies.In this time of grief,you and family are in our thoughts and in our prayers.Dorothy Ann was a fine lady.

  54. I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Although I only met her a few times, she immediately made me feel at ease with her wonderful hospitality and friendly personality. I know you will all miss her greatly. I hope memories will really help to comfort you over time. My sincerest condolences.

  56. John and Family,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Losing a loved one is never easy and a Mother harder than most. So sorry for your loss.
    Rick and Judy

  57. Dear RK and family ,
    God bless you all and please accept our sincere condolences our hearts ach for your loss of such a wonderful person.
    Feel the love around you and hold each other close. And a special big hug I will share with sweet Tove when I see her .

    Deb and Chuck Sponagle -Taylor

  58. Mrs. MacKinnon she will always be for both of us. We both attended kindergarten at her home. To the entire family our thoughts are with you at this tough time but simply remember that her spirt lives on in so many of us.

  59. I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Dorothy Anne, wife, mother, teacher, friend and so much more. A real lady and a cornerstone of your family and community. Please accept my sympathy as well as my belief you will celebrate Dorothy Anne’s life and, for all your days, bring wonderful memories forward, have many meaningful conversations about her and your family as you celebrate her goodness as well as the impact she has had on your lives.
    With sympathy for your loss,

  61. To all of the MacKinnons, many Lane kids benefitted so much from Dorothy Ann’s guidance when we were small and friendship all through life. She will be greatly missed,.

  62. To John and all the MacKinnon family,
    Like others who have already commented, I was one of Mrs. MacKinnon kindergarten students and very much enjoyed my times spent with her in your home on Main Street. She played an important role in the lives of so many children growing up in Liverpool, and we were all so fortunate to have known her.

  63. We have lost a good friend. The MacKinnon household has always been a happy and welcoming place with Dorothy Anne very much at the centre. Her contributions to our community, to the education of youth, to her church and to grass roots democracy and not least of all to her multi-generational family, established a model well worthy of emulation. Dorothy Anne’s good works stood us all in good stead. She well be well and fondly remembered as one among us who made a difference. What better epitaph could one ask.

    John and Nancy Leefe

  64. My condolences to Barb and all the family of a truly beautiful lady. May your memories guide you through this painful time.

  65. We are so sorry to hear of Dorothy Anne’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  66. The MacKinnon Family,

    Sending our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  67. My Deepest Sympathy to all of the families, especially John, Lori and Bria, my good neighbors.
    May God grant them peace in their hearts and remember all the good family times together,
    that they all shared. It’s never easy to lose a love one, but it will ease with time.

  68. RK and family, it will be tough moving on without Dorothy Ann. She was a Lady who once you met, you never forgot. John and Lynn

  69. My condolences to Bev and her family at the passing of her mom. She sounded like an amazing, loving woman.

  70. RK, John , Barb and family. So sorry to hear of Dorothys passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy . She was a lovely lady and always so pleasant to talk at any time. She will be sadly missed by so many. Bill and Sandy Journeay

  71. It is hard to sum up one’s life in such a few words but you did it so wonderfully. We were very sad to here about her passing. We remember her as a very kind, gentle, loving women who always made us feel welcome whenever we visited Liverpool. She will be sadly missed but we will smile every time we mention her name. But one thing I know for sure is Marie was waiting there with a gin and tonic to help her start the the next journey.

  73. Dear R.K. and family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You have lost a lovely lady on earth, but she will now be your beautiful spirit watching over her family. Let your family and friends give you all peace in the days ahead. God Bless.

  74. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. I remember Dorothy fondly from my days growing up in Liverpool. Vicki

  75. Dear RK and family,
    We are saddened for your loss. She was a dedicated member of our community and will be missed by all those who made her acquaintance.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Sincerely, Paul & Cathleen

  76. R.K. and family,
    Yorke and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Dorothy Anne was a lovely lady and both our girls couldn’t wait to go to
    Nursery School. She made it so much fun. May you cherish your happy moments at this difficult time.

  77. Dear RK and family,
    We were saddened to hear of your loss. Dorothy Ann will be missed by those who knew her. A kind cheerful lady indeed. Such a good friend of Hilda and Ted. We send our sincere condolences to all,of you.

    Reid, Patti and Hilda Emenau

  78. A very dear lady and friend who always had a kind heart to those around her. Thinking of you RK and family at this time of sadness.

  80. So sorry for your loss. One can only hope they can go through life and be half the person Dorothy Anne was. May your many memories help you through this time of grieve and keep her in your hearts forever.

  81. To the MacKinnon family. Sorry for your loss. precious memories of Dorothy Anne will help you in your grief knowing she lived a full and wonderful life. Aunt Anne and Uncle Andy Velle

  82. Dear MacKinnon Family,

    Although Dorothy has left this earth in body, the goodness that she has instilled in her family and those she loved, will never die. That spirit of kindness, love, and determination to making our world a better place in which to dwell, will live on in those fortunate enough to have shared in her giving life of love.

    With condolences & loving prayers,
    Dunc & Goretti MacIsaac

  84. Becky and Family
    So sorry to hear about your Mother. Seems like just yesterday she was cheering us all on.
    Well cheers to her and a wonderful life and family. Thinking of you all.
    Tony and Janice Sampson

  85. Robert & Stephanie Oxenham

    To RK and family;

    Please accept our sincere condolences. Dorothy-Ann was such a lovely lady….kind a pleasure to be around. She will be missed by many!

  86. Dear RK, Barb, Bev, Becky, John and families

    We have been so saddened by Dorthy Anne’s death. Her beautiful obituary captured her essence and the impact she left on so many of our lives. I have many happy memories of being in the MacKinnon household, most especially, the wonderful smells of Dorthy Anne’s culinary delights. While these last few years have been challenging on all of you, I am grateful that Mom lived across the street, and we could see each other frequently. It was like the “old days”. Our love and thoughts are with you all. Lorna & Stewart

  87. What a wonderful person. Your hearts must all be broken. You are in our thoughts. Marcie and Frank Rogers

  88. Dear MacKinnon Family,
    Mrs. MacKinnon had a great influence on both my children and was a wonderful person..take care.

  89. Dear John and the MacKinnon family:

    We are thinking of all of you at this time, and are prayers go out to you.
    Mrs. MacKinnon was a kind soul and always had a welcoming smile.
    I loved playing in the Main Street house with John back in the 1970s,
    knowing it was a loving family that was always there.
    She will be missed greatly.

  90. The Mac Kinnon family .
    Sending our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one .
    our thoughts and prayers are with all of you ….Gerry & Loretta .

  91. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  92. To R.K. and family: We are so sorry to learn that Dorothy Anne has passed. She was always a friendly and out going person who made everyone welcome in her home and had time for a pleasant chat when encountered elsewhere in the community.
    The last few years must have been trying as you watched the person you knew and loved fade away. She is now at peace. Let the memories of laughter and family times together boost you up at this very difficult time.
    Please accept our deepest sympathy.

  93. To the MacKinnon family,
    Sorry to hear about your loss.Thinking of u all at this difficult time.Sending my prayers and sympathies

  94. R.K and family we are so sorry for your loss but your memories you will have for ever, Dorothy Anne was a lovely lady. God be with you all.

  95. To the MacKinnon family,We moved to Liverpool when my youngest son was in grade4,so my children missed the beloved nursery school.My daughter became and remains a great friend of Beckys.I knew Dorothy Anne
    through church and as has been said many times,she definitely was a GREAT LADY.She took her illness in stride for as long as she could.God bless her and her family as they share their grief.

  96. Dear RK and family,
    We are both so sorry.Dorthoy Ann was a wonderful person who will be missed by all of us who knew her.Heaven’s gain is our loss.Our prayers are with you.
    Jane and Roy

  97. RK and family, please accept our condolences on the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. Cherish the memories.

    Don and Vi Mackenzie.

  98. To Dorothy Anne’s family…she was a wonderful lady with a great welcoming smile. Her obituary is a testament to the awesome lady she was. I remember many good times in the MacKinnon household growing up with Bev and was always made to feel welcome…plus she made the best homemade brown bread I have ever eaten!!!! May you cherish all the wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! Hugs. Lauren

  99. Dear Becky & Family – We are all so sorry for your loss. Here’s wishing you the strength and support to share her stories, of which there seems to be many. Know that we are thinking of you at the time.

    Nick & Your Friends at FEED NOVA SCOTIA

  100. To RK and family,
    So sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. Dan and I send our heartfelt sympathies. She was very kind to both our girls, Karla and Melissa, when she taught them in kindergarten. She will be forever missed.

  101. R.K. & Family

    Please know that you are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Dorothy Anne was a lovely lady. Take care of each other.

  102. My thoughts are with you at this time of sadness. Dorothy-Anne was an amazing women and will always be in the hearts of those who knew her.

  103. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of a beautiful soul. Another bright light has gone out of our neighbourhood. Kathy and I always enjoyed Dorothy Anne’s happiness and smile whenever we chanced to meet. Our sincerest condolences to R.K. and family – she was an exceptional lady!

  104. Barb, Bev, Becky, and families,

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. May the wonderful memories you have of her help you through this difficult time. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

    Mike and Donna West

  105. To the family of Dorothy Anne MacKinnon, please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

    With deepest condolences
    Sterling Belliveau, MLA

  107. Dear RK, Barb and Ulf, and family,
    Dorothy Anne was such a warm and caring lady whose smile and laughter welcomed so many. We have very happy memories of our travels together and her wonderful hospitality in Liverpool.Please accept our sincere condolences.
    Dorothy & Brian

  108. Becky and Family,

    Sorry to hear the loss of your Mom. She always had a smile and you would see your Mom and Dad out for a walk.
    They were always together. A lot of fond memories growing up. She was a wonderful woman in many ways. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

    Anne Howard

  109. Dear RK, Barb, Bev, Becky, John and extend family,

    I was saddened to read about the loss of Dorothy. She was a lovely lady with a beautiful smile that lit up a street and people’s day. She was a caring soul who always asked after family and how I was doing. She was also a great mum who helped raise four great kids who I call friends. Barb, Bev, Becky and John I am so sorry for your loss.

    RK you’ve lost a great friend as has Liverpool. Our promise to you and your family, as an extended community, is that we will keep Dorothy’s memory alive in our hearts and with our stories. She, like her smile, will not be forgotten.

    Respectfully,

    Rolfe & Susan

  110. We were saddened to read this news. Dorothy Anne always had a lovely smile for everyone. From reading her obituary, it’s easy to see that her children, grandchildren, and even great-grandchildren have learned how to be good human beings from her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

    The Parlee Family

  111. What a remarkable tribute to a precious soul!! Her very essence just leapt from those loving words. Dave and I consider ourselves so very blessed to have been enveloped in the MacKinnon Magic, especially when we moved here not knowing a soul in town. That magic was a palpable force that made a person feel always welcome, never hurried, regardless of the time of day. Dorothy Anne and RK raised their children to be the same way; what better testament to the goodness of a parent could there be? We have missed Dorothy Anne already from Main Street these last months, and will contnue to mourn this tremendous loss.
    Best regards to all who loved her, a very large crowd.
    Carole Stemkowski and Dave Kitzmiller

  112. Marion and I are very sorry to hear of Dorothy Anne’s passing. She was a wonderful lady Our memories
    of DA and RK go back to our time in Liverpool in the early 60’s, enjoying many social times with them.
    I go back to YCA and our High School days in Yarmouth.
    Dorothy Anne and RK had a wonderful life together and have a fine family to cherish her memory.
    Our sincere wishes .

    Reigh & Marion

  115. Dear RK, Bev, Barb, Becky,John and families,

    I was sad to hear of Dorothy Ann’s passing! She was one of the best people I have ever met! Thanks to her I got my start working with children. After working at her nursery school,I went on to become a teacher assistant,27 years later I am still enjoying my job! She was such a caring, loving teacher and saw the good in every single child. God bless you all! Take care!

    Sylvia & Mike

  116. Condolences to the MacKinnon Family. I have vivid and wonderful memories of Mrs.MacKinnon. She was my kindergarten teacher years ago. I can still picture her Fisher Price kitchen sink toy and snack time around the table with my friends:) May you rest in peace Mrs.MacKinnon. Jennifer Schibler (Wong)

  117. We used to visit Uncle RK and Aunt Dorothy Anne a couple of times a year, and it was always like going to a wonderland, with the big house upstairs, and a kindergarten all to ourselves downstairs. My father, RK’s brother, Ian, liked to keep any visit to a family member under 30 minutes, so these visits were always short. But sweet.

    It wasn’t until I got older, and went to Dal, that I started meeting non-family members from Liverpool. And they all had in common that they knew Aunt Dorothy Anne. Most of them had gone to the kindergarten, and it was only then that I realized how much my aunt had had an impact on several generations.

    Aunt Dorothy Anne will be deeply missed by family and friends.

  118. Dear RK, Barb, Bev, Becky and families,

    It is with such a heavy heart that I learned of Dorothy Anne’s passing. Her immense impact on the community and the education of its children is an amazing legacy that will be forever felt. Her smile, warmth and kindness is embedded in my most wonderful memories of growing up in Liverpool…..she always made me feel like a part of your family :o)
    Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that I am sending virtual hugs to all as you celebrate Dorothy Anne’s life and grieve the loss of this amazing lady…..I know she lives on always in your hearts.

  119. RK & Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept Robert & my condolences at this time of sadness. Our thoughts & prays are with you all. Take Care & GOD Bless!
    Robert & Linda

  120. I remember Dorothy Anne from my years at Ball ‘n Skein, she was one of my favorite customers. My deepest sympathies go out to her family during this terrible time, cherish your memories.

  121. RK and families. So sorry to hear of Dorothy Anne ‘s passing. She was a wonderful lady. Our thoughts are with you all.

  122. To all of the MacKinnon family,my sincere condolences. The service today was lovely, Dorothy Anne would have approved. We will all miss her Hugs

  123. I wanted to send you my sincere condolences to all the family at this time of loss. I have many fond memories of your Mom over the years. She was a force and fun to be with. I remember going with your parents and Bev on the road trip to New Brunswick with my horse (Joe) to the pony club rally and what fun we had. Your Mom was so exited and proud of you Bev. I also remember being at your home with Barb and friends for some of the Russia vs. Canada hockey games. She always was so welcoming and offered up a big smile. RK you have been a wonderful husband and caregiver. It was always clear to see how you two loved each other. My thoughts are with all of you, Esther Mosher

  124. I was very sad to learn about Dorothy Anne’s passing. She was my alto buddy in the Zion choir and, of course, a loving and caring kindergarten teacher to Erin and Abby. Sincere condolences to you all.

  125. My daughter Crystal Lyn Cheung loved her as
    a Kindergarten Teacher .

    Sincerely
    Wanda J Horton

  126. RK .sorry to read on Queens County Journal of the passing of Dorothy Ann, from the many comments she was a big part of you and your family,s life but the community as well. you will miss her greatly and send my deepest sympathy ,Sincerely Roger

  127. Dear Bev, Barb, Becky, John and families.

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the good memories of your beloved Dorothy give you comfort in the time to come. My thoughts are with you all
    Love and hugs
    Bjørg Pettersen

  128. R K and family I was so sorry to see that Dorothy Ann had died. My heartfelt thoughts are with you at this time. I remember my two boys were with her for kindergarten. They had a good launch with her on Main street and then living down the road for many years she always had a smile for the children in the neighborhood. What a wonderful woman. Best wishes as you keep her in your thought. I know we will.

  129. Sending our sincere sympathy to the family; our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  130. So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    The Langille Family.

  132. Dear Bev and Family,
    So sorry to hear about the passing of Dorothy Anne. She was a wonderful lady and you will have such great memories to keep in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  133. Dear Bev

    Thinking of you at this sad time.May fond memories of your Mom provide you comfort and smiles.

    Sincerely,

    Kim

  134. ” May every sunrise bring you Hope ; May every sunset bring you Peace ”
    Blessings
    Mrs. Mary Ayer

  135. I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    May the Lord comfort each of you in your time of sorrow; and, strengthen you in the days and months ahead.

    Rhonda

  136. Thought John and Nancy Leefe said it all. What a great Lady. Sad for your loss Becky and RK…know she meant the world to you.

    We have lost a good friend. The MacKinnon household has always been a happy and welcoming place with Dorothy Anne very much at the centre. Her contributions to our community, to the education of youth, to her church and to grass roots democracy and not least of all to her multi-generational family, established a model well worthy of emulation. Dorothy Anne’s good works stood us all in good stead. She well be well and fondly remembered as one among us who made a difference. What better epitaph could one ask.

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