Contributions to the tribute of Donald Malcolm McNaughton

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you Fran, Jean, Ian and your beautiful families. You both welcomed our family with warm, open arms when we first moved into the McNaughton community 29 years ago. Memories we will always cherish. Our deepest condolences.

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Ilene Myerscough posted a condolence

Dear Fran So very sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was a great man. My prayers are with you and your family Now the handsome one is gone too.. gone to be with the smart one. Fran, You will know what I am talking about. Ilene

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Richard Stinson posted a condolence

Dear Art, Marsha and all family members. My sympathies to you all on the passing of Don. Such a storied career...may he rest in peace.

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Beth Wilson (Eaton) posted a condolence

Dear Frances We've just heard your sad news, via John in Vancouver. Peter and I were so pleased to have had the opportunity to meet Dana, in January this year We send our love and our thoughts are with you and the family. With love, Beth, Pete and our children and grandchildren in Scotland

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Dave and Bev Huddleston posted a condolence

Fran, Sad to hear of Don's passing, but great memories of time together, both work and play. A fine legacy to the generations. With our love, Dave and Bev

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Richard Umpherson posted a condolence

Dear Fran and family: Our family is saddened with the news of Don's passing. I fondly remember back to the late 50's early 60's when the T-bird did the fly-by of the family farm; just to check on the crops. He was a great neighbour and friend to our Rhian. Respectfully Jane,Richard,Alice,Jim,Charles and Rahel.

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Louis Cuppens posted a condolence

It is sad that one of my mentors and a great leader has left us. He is now in his ultimate reward in heaven. He truly is missed by those who had the privilege to serve under his leadership. Great man gone to the Air Force in the sky. Lou Cuppens sends

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Jim & Deb Ireton posted a condolence

Our deepest sympathy to the McNaughton family at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I would also like to extend the sympathy of the Drummond Centre Women's Institute. I always enjoyed my visit with Don and Fran at Easter with their basket of goodies from the ladies of the WI.

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Janet Bailey posted a condolence

Dearest Fran and family, Such a giant of a man with the greatest of integrity. Generous in his commitment to his community and never did anything by half measures. My deepest condolences to his loved ones, Don will be greatly missed but now he is free to soar again.

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Pat Evans posted a condolence

Fran and family My husband and I were so sorry to hear about Don. He was a 3 Star General and a 5 Star individual! I will miss him.

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Wendy Stanton-GrayDe posted a condolence

Dear Fran and Family, Thinking of you at this sad time. Don was such a wonderful man and a Great Grandpa. I enjoyed the time spent with the grand girls taking riding lessons and Grandpa buying them their pony! It was an honour to have known Don. You are all in my thoughts an prayers.

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Frank Larabie, MMM, CD posted a condolence

Dear Frances and family, I had the privilege to serve under LGen McNaughton on several occasions. He was a leader of leaders to say the least and above all els, always made one feel valued and instrumental in all matters Air Force and personal. He was the very definition of leadership by example.....he always lead by example. In retirement, he was no different and I enjoyed the honour of his wisdom, encouragement and support in various capacities. The community as a whole is greater for all yours and Franes’ many selfless contributions. My heartfelt and most sincere co dolences are extended to you Frances and all your family.

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Hen (Ret’d) Raymond Henault posted a condolence

Dear McNaughton Family. Loraine and I extend our sincerest condolences to the entire McNaughton family on the loss of LGen McNaughton. He was always welcoming and genuinely interested in sharing a few words and stories whenever we met over the years, and a great leader and aviator for whom I have always had the deepest admiration and respect. One of those General Officers that anyone and everyone always called a true "gentleman and a scholar”. LGen McNaughton’s loss will be deeply felt by all members of the Canadian Armed Forces and the many foreign officers and non-commissioned members who had the pleasure of getting to know him, especially those in Colorado Springs. LGen (Ret’d) McNaughton will be deeply missed. In deepest respect, Gen (Ret’d) Raymond Henault and Loraine Henault

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Dan,Lynn and Scott Murphy posted a condolence

Lynn and I have come to know Don and Fran through the Perth PROBUS Club. They are a couple whose world view, life experience and combined character we greatly admire. Don, through diligence, sustained effort and skill achieved a very significant rank in the RCAF. He no doubt applied life skills and a work ethic learned and gleaned from his roots in rural Lanark County.When his career with the RCAF was complete he returned to those roots, continuing to serve his community and his country while maintaining a wonderful dry humour, humility and gentlemanly/gracious ways. He pursued a satisfying lifestyle with his horses and his hunting. His is a model for a current crop of young officers to aspire to. Fittingly, he will remain with the land and society which made him the fine man that he was. A life well lived with grace and character.

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Carla and Rick Findley posted a condolence

In this time of remembrance of a life well-lived, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don was a wonderful person who always had time for everyone. He truly enriched our lives.

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Ray Crampton posted a condolence

Shirley, Art & Martha, I sorry to learn of your brother's passing. I know that he will be greatly missed by his family & friends . Ray

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Helen Gamble posted a condolence

I am so sorry Fran. He was a man among men. His presence will be missed, absolutely.

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Irene Spence posted a condolence

My deepest sympathy to Fran and family on Don's passing. per ardua ad astra.

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John Gibb-Carsley posted a condolence

My condolences to you, Fran and family. Don's contributions to the nation, his community, his family, his colleagues, his many friends and admirers were great in many respects. May the memories of that stellar human being sustain you in the future. Don did indeed have 'a life well lived'.

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Susan Thomson-Lafosse posted a condolence

Will miss our visits in the Legion on Probus days. Great stories were shared. Condolences to all the family.

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Russ and Myrna Bennett posted a condolence

Dear Fran and family We are sorry to learn of Don's passing. We have very fond memories of your family, next door in Winnipeg, almost next door in Gimli. Our children played together when we were young, we saw each other at the Sabre reunions and kept in touch by other means, through cards and friends. Visiting your farm near Perth was very special to us. Don will be missed by all who knew him and especially all your family. Sending love and deep condolences, Myrna and Russ

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Chas. & June Umpherson posted a condolence

Dear Fran & Family; Our condolences to all - as a high school friend and my discussion with Don on the phone some time later regarding a possible joining the Air Force (which did not happen in my case), and after his retirement and return to the Perth area, I finally also retired and also returned to Perth; and finally re-established our friendship - He will be missed by all.

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Glenn Fenton posted a condolence

Dear Fran & Family: I remember Don with great affection. I believe I was his first student as he began his instructor duties on Harvards. I think we were about the same age and recall the competition of the smoothest landing, Don from the back seat and me up front. I was most pleased to met him and Fran at our many SPAADS gathering. Once again, my deepest sympathies. Glenn

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Jeff Smith posted a condolence

I have very fond memories of Lt. General McNaughton...I was his Crew Chief on Smoky 02 in Colorado, USA. He was the DCINC appointed to NORAD. I remember one day when the General went jogging and dropped into the hangar to see how Smoky was doing? It took me by surprise because I was a newly promoted Sgt..just posted in from Ottawa, 412 Squadron. He impressed me with his direct approach and his gentlemanly manner. It was my utmost pleasure to work for and be a part of the McNaughton era...Per Ardua Ad Astra, Sir...RIP.

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Romalda Park posted a condolence

Lanark Highland Public Library staff called Don " Our Candy Man". He & Fran were great patrons & we always enjoyed their visits. Always had a good word for us & of course candy for all. We miss seeing their smiling faces

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Romalda Park posted a condolence

Thursday, July 4, 2019

Lanark Highland Public Library staff called Don " Our Candy Man". He & Fran were great patrons & we always enjoyed their visits. Always had a good word for us & of course candy for all. We miss seeing their smiling faces

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Glenn Fenton posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Dear Fran & Family: I remember Don with great affection. I believe I was his first student as he began his instructor duties on Harvards. I think we were about the same age and recall the competition of the smoothest landing, Don from the back seat and me up front. I was most pleased to met him and Fran at our many SPAADS gathering. Once again, my deepest sympathies. Glenn

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Chas. & June Umpherson posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Dear Fran & Family; Our condolences to all - as a high school friend and my discussion with Don on the phone some time later regarding a possible joining the Air Force (which did not happen in my case), and after his retirement and return to the Perth area, I finally also retired and also returned to Perth; and finally re-established our friendship - He will be missed by all.

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Russ and Myrna Bennett posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Dear Fran and family We are sorry to learn of Don's passing. We have very fond memories of your family, next door in Winnipeg, almost next door in Gimli. Our children played together when we were young, we saw each other at the Sabre reunions and kept in touch by other means, through cards and friends. Visiting your farm near Perth was very special to us. Don will be missed by all who knew him and especially all your family. Sending love and deep condolences, Myrna and Russ

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Susan Thomson-Lafosse posted a condolence

Monday, July 1, 2019

Will miss our visits in the Legion on Probus days. Great stories were shared. Condolences to all the family.

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John Gibb-Carsley posted a condolence

Sunday, June 30, 2019

My condolences to you, Fran and family. Don's contributions to the nation, his community, his family, his colleagues, his many friends and admirers were great in many respects. May the memories of that stellar human being sustain you in the future. Don did indeed have 'a life well lived'.

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Irene Spence posted a condolence

Sunday, June 30, 2019

My deepest sympathy to Fran and family on Don's passing. per ardua ad astra.

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Ray Crampton posted a condolence

Sunday, June 30, 2019

Shirley, Art & Martha, I sorry to learn of your brother's passing. I know that he will be greatly missed by his family & friends . Ray

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Carla and Rick Findley posted a condolence

Saturday, June 29, 2019

In this time of remembrance of a life well-lived, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don was a wonderful person who always had time for everyone. He truly enriched our lives.

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Dan,Lynn and Scott Murphy posted a condolence

Saturday, June 29, 2019

Lynn and I have come to know Don and Fran through the Perth PROBUS Club. They are a couple whose world view, life experience and combined character we greatly admire. Don, through diligence, sustained effort and skill achieved a very significant rank in the RCAF. He no doubt applied life skills and a work ethic learned and gleaned from his roots in rural Lanark County.When his career with the RCAF was complete he returned to those roots, continuing to serve his community and his country while maintaining a wonderful dry humour, humility and gentlemanly/gracious ways. He pursued a satisfying lifestyle with his horses and his hunting. His is a model for a current crop of young officers to aspire to. Fittingly, he will remain with the land and society which made him the fine man that he was. A life well lived with grace and character.

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Pat Bertrim lit a candle

Thursday, June 27, 2019

Our good friend We first met Don at St. Pauls church and came to know him as a man of such integrity, wonderful humour, and a caring warm heart. He became a friend over the years and he will always be in our hearts. Let not your heart be troubled. In my fathers house there are many rooms. Where I am you will be also Paul and Pat

Donald Malcolm McNaughton

March-07-1934 - June-26-2019

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