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Laura Lefeve
November 9, 2006
I worked with Dr. MacKay for many years at Macomb Hospital. He treated his patients and staff with respect and care. He was a gentle spirit and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know him. My deepest sympathy to Laura, Marilyn, and his grandsons.
Carl Rasimas
November 4, 2006
Time is flying by now. It was only yesterday, or so it seems, that I met Don. Harper Hospital, 1964 or was it 65? I was an intern and Don was a surgical resident. Regardless, we trained somewhere together and had a great time. Herman Kiefer, Detroit Receiving and Harper is where our travels took us. Our travel mats were many, J.C. Elie, Al Santino, Pat Valani, G. Kypros, B. Harrity to name just a few in those old good days. (Still see some). I finished my orthopedics in 1968. Good old Holy Cross Hospital where we did our surgery. Don did ecological surgery for awhile. We would help one another on different cases. Don went on to his radiation oncology speciality and our paths would cross at South Macomb but only periodically. Lost track of the family when they moved to California, Marilyn and Laura. Don was a good guy, I'll (we'll) miss him.
Regards, Janet and Carl Rasimas
313,886-3734
Carol Hilton
November 3, 2006
Dear Laura,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your Dad seemed to have a very special relationship. My heart goes out to you and your family, and to your Mom, Marilyn, as you begin your journey of grieving.
L & L,
Carol Hilton
Karen Dodson-Brown
November 3, 2006
Dr. MacKay was a wonderful physican, I worked with him for many years at Macomb Hospital in Warren, MI. He was a very caring doctor and everyone loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. sincerely Karen Dodson
Carol Romatz
November 3, 2006
How sorry I am to hear of the passing of such a wonderful physician. I had the honor of working with Dr. MacKay for more than 15 years. In that time he touched the lives of so many patients, physicians and staff at St John Macomb Hospital. He is remembered by all of us for the kindness and compassion he showed to his patients and staff throughout the years.
Shirley Vautherot
November 3, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Dr. MacKay was a true gentleman and a pleasure to work with.
Shirley Vautherot
November 3, 2006
My sympathy to Dr. MacKay's family. He was a true gentleman and a pleasure to work with.
Jean- Claude Elie
November 3, 2006
We are sorry to read the news about
the passing of Don. We were such good friend. We offer you our deep sympathy. Our prayers are with you.
Jean-Claude & Elizabeth
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