David Sinclair “Sam” MacKay
1934-2021
It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of
David Sinclair “Sam” MacKay on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at
his home in Burton, NB. Born on October 25, 1934, Sam was the son of
the late Hector and Eileen (Sinclair) MacKay of Pictou Landing,
NS.
Sam joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1953 and was posted
to several bases while a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force
including Saint Hubert, Baden, Germany Moose Jaw, and Borden. After
taking his commission as a Maintenance Officer, Sam was posted
to Gagetown where he spent the remainder of his 42 year
military career. Highlights of Sam’s career include a
deployment to the Golan Heights; however, he never lost his passion
for aircraft and it was clear that he loved his time as an RCAF Air
Frame Technician.
Sam was a master craftsman. In addition to advanced welding,
he enjoyed woodworking, carpentry and auto racing. Many of his
happiest hours were those he spent as maintenance and restoration crew
with the Nott Racing Team through their conquest of many Maritime
tracks. The family especially thanks Glyn and Brenda Nott for their
unflagging support over the past months.
Sam is predeceased by his beloved wife, Eileen as well as his
parents, sister Norma and brother Alan. Sam is survived by his
daughters Kate (Brian) and Kelly (Andre); grandchildren James (Julia),
Scott (Alicia), Oneida and Noah along with 5 great grandsons (Sam,
Jack, Max, Oliver and Theo) as well as nieces, nephews and
cousins.
The funeral will take place at Oromocto United Church on
Saturday, April 3, 2021, at 11:00 am with the Rev. Bob Jones
officiating. The Oromocto Legion Branch # 93 will hold a tribute
service at the church beginning at 10:45 am. Due to current Public
Health restrictions, those wishing to attend the funeral service are
asked to contact the Oromocto Funeral Home to reserve a space. Please
call (506) 357-5100 or email oromocto@mcadamsfh.com with your name,
phone number and number of people in your group. The service will also
be livestreamed at the following link: vimeo.com/531432344
In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of the
donor’s choosing would be appreciated by the family. Sam
would also want you to be kind to each other, appreciate your
blessings and act with a generosity of spirit to those less
fortunate.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of David Sinclair Sam MacKay 19342021..
Death notice for the town of: Oromocto, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick