James Grant MacDonald's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2026 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

James Grant MacDonald

October 13, 2026

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

James Grant MacDonald's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2026 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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James Grant MacDonald Obituary

James Grant MacDonald passed away on October 13, 2026. James Grant leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father J. Russell MacDonald; and his parents-in-law, Trudy Farrell (Marshall) and William Farrell. He is survived by: his wife Glenda MacDonald (Farrell) of Dartmouth; his sons, Daniel MacDonald (Kayla) of Dartmouth and Michael MacDonald (Charlie Parent) of Fort St. John BC; his grandson Oliver MacDonald; his mother Betty MacDonald (MacDougall); his siblings, Lousie Nelson (Ray), Amy MacDonald (Halifax) and Bill MacDonald (Rossy); his brothers-in-law, Doug Farrell (Cheryl) of Long Beach, NB, Bob Farrell of Dartmouth and Bill Farrell of Dartmouth; Susan Harnish (John).

Visitation was held on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 23rd 2026 at 2:00 PM. A celebration of life will be held on Monday, October 26th 2026 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Sanctuary Arts Centre (100 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, NS B2Y1C5).

Donations in memory of Jim may be made to Autism Nova Scotia.



Thu

Oct 22

Visitation

Fri

Oct 23

Memorial service

2:00 PM

Mon

Oct 26

Celebration of life

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sanctuary Arts Centre
100 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, NS B2Y1C5

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October 22, 2026

Brian Scattolon wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Glenda We; Marilyn Kelly and Brian Scattolon send along our sincere condolences to hear of Jim's passing . We will hold and cherish our memories of our trips to Bain Fest on the shore. A festival both you guys enjoyed so much , listening to music , friendly people and bike rides. not sure who enjoed it more or was it your fury best Friend. Remembering our very first meet , I powered up you camper, You so appreciated it , and now Jim could have cold beer . Thoughs and prayers”


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