Michael John MacDonald, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Merigomish, NS, passed away at Valleyview Hospital, on Friday, October 8, 2021, at the age of 52 years.

Michael was born on August 24, 1969, in York, ON. At the age of 2, he moved to Nova Scotia where he was raised. He graduated from East Pictou Rural High, and then he attended Nova Scotia Community College where he obtained his Welding Certificate.

For several years Michael was a Fisherman in Lismore, NS, he was also a welder working for Trenton Car Works for 19 years. In 2013 he moved to Grande Prairie for work, and since then he was employed with Wapiti Gravel Suppliers.

Michael was a husband, father, and grandfather. When he was not working, you could be sure to find him hanging out with his family and grandchildren. He enjoyed going to yard sales, taking a Sunday drive, or just spending time with his grandchildren. Anyone that knew Michael, knew he was a hard worker and had a heart of gold, no matter what you needed, all you had to do was phone and he was there, always willing to lend a helping hand.

Michael will be sadly missed by his parents Francis and Elizabeth MacDonald of Nova Scotia; wife of 15 years and the love of his life Joanne Crawford; daughter Stella (Shawn) of Grande Prairie; sons JD (Machela), and Joey (Ambyr) of Nova Scotia; step-daughters Ashley (Jason) of Nova Scotia, and Michelle (Jamie) of Grande Prairie; sister Debbie (Dave) Hogg of Nova Scotia; father in-law Cyril Vincent of Nova Scotia; twenty grandchildren; one great-grandchild; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Michael was predeceased by his grandparents, grandson Ethan, and mother in-law Brenda Vincent.

A Viewing will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021, from 2:00–4:00pm, and 7:00-9:00pm, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie.

The family will be having refreshments from 4:30-6:30pm, for everyone who would like to join (11850 84 Ave, Unit 121).

Memorial Donations in memory of Michael may be made to Ronald McDonald House (1133 Tower Rd, Halifax, NS, B3H 2Y7), or to STARS (10911 123 St., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7Z3).