MacINTOSH, Eric Donald Glace Bay

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father and husband, Eric Donald MacIntosh, age 78 of Glace Bay on January 15, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay he was the son of Leo and Kay (Dunlop) MacIntosh. Eric was a Pipefitter by trade with the Local 682 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the great outdoors. He also enjoyed spending time “up the back” in his garden, working with his hands, or sharing a donut with his cat, Buster (Booby). Survived by his loving wife, Jean (Vaters) MacIntosh of 54 years; son, Wilf MacIntosh; daughters, Janet (Tony) Anthony, Mary Lynn (Lowell) MacLeod; brother, Barry (Dianne) MacIntosh; sisters, Collette (Bernie) Livingston, Leona (Wilf ) Carnall, Doreen (Ed) Mullins; sister-inlaw, Carol MacIntosh; grandchildren, Garrett (Michelle), Shayne (Angela), Ally, Colin and Emily; great-grandchild, Mia and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his brother, Mike MacIntosh. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, January 19, 2021, 2 p.m. at T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve Street, Glace Bay, with Father Duaine Devereaux officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Raise Our Roof – St. Anne’s Parish, Glace Bay or a charity of your choice. A special thank you to VON and Palliative Care who cared for Dad at home; especially Michelle Kelly and Dr. Abboud. Due to COVID-19 Restrictions, seating is limited; Masks and social distancing regulations must be adhered to. Online condolences may be left at www.tjtracey.com.