MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Don on March 23, 2026 in his 97th year after a brief illness. He was born in Girvan, Scotland and grew up in Sackville, New Brunswick. He was the youngest of six sons of Robert MacGregor and Julia (nee Harvey). He was predeceased by brothers Ian, Angus, Allen, Norman, and Ronald. He was the loving and devoted husband of the late Frances (nee Burgess) for 69 years. Don was predeceased by daughters Susan Beth and Dorris Anne. He was the proud father of Lindsay (Debby) and Gordon (Rhonda). Don was also the beloved Grandpa/Papa to Craig, Kelsey (Stuart), Maggie and Angus and loving Great Grandfather to Lyndon and Amelia.
Don was a long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion and a Past-President of Branch 133 in Cobourg. For the last 30 years Don worked for Peter and Camilla Dalglish, keeping an eye on the Grafton Inn and their other properties in Grafton. He spent many happy hours working away in his shop in Grafton, woodworking, painting and doing various projects and repairs to help maintain the properties. The shop in Grafton became a meeting place where friends and family would drop in to have a visit with Don any time he was there. Don was very grateful to the Dalglish family and, most recently, to Jim Corcoran, to be able to go to the shop up until a few short weeks ago.
Visitation will take place at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St E Cobourg on July 2nd from 6:00pm to 8:00pm followed by a Celebration of Life service on July 3rd 2026 at 1:00pm. Reception to follow.
Donations in memory of Don may be made to the Alzheimer Society or Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario.
Mac/Gord sorry to see your father has passed away. A long and prosperous life. RIP Donald
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Alzheimer Society
We are so heartbroken to read about Grampy! We only met him a couple times throughout high-school, but rest assured, he was talked about often. He felt like one of us with how much Craig brought him up in conversation. We're thinking of you all, and sending all our love from KW <3
Lindsay,Gordon and families. We are sorry to hear that your Dad has passed away. Don will be missed. Your parents were such a great couple and had lots of fun with. Keep your memories close to you. Our Condolence.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Alzheimer Society
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Alzheimer Society
Lindsay, Gordon and families. Jim and I were so very sad to hear of your dad’s passing. We had a lovely visit with him at Thanksgiving. He was a gentle soul and a loving grandfather and great grandfather. He was loved and respected by all who spent time with him. He will be missed by all. May he rest in peace.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ronald McDonald House
to Lindsay,Gordon & families So sad to hear of your Dad’s passing . We had a great visit with him @ Foodland just a few weeks ago We had so many fun times with him & my great friend Fran Remember all the happy times with family Gail & John
Lindsay, Gordon and families. So many memories through the years of your Dad and Mom . Lots of hospital dances and parties. So many good memories. You are in my thoughts at this sad time.
Our heart felt condolences to Lindsay, Gord and families. Dale and I are heartbroken. Don was such a wonderful friend and role model for a life well lived. We will miss our visits, chats and our shared love and frustration with our Toronto Maple Leafs. Don lives on in our hearts and I find myself smiling as I write this remembering his beautiful smile and guffaw laugh.
Gord, Lindsay and families, so very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Always enjoyed talking to him whenever we bumped into each other. We hope memories of Don will bring you some comfort. Our condolences.
So sorry, Lindsay and Gord to hear of Don's passing. He was a lovely gentleman and will be greatly missed. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
We are so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. We had many wonderful visits with Don and Fran at the Grafton Village Inn. His kindness to staff and customers and his devotion to the Inn community will be remembered by many.
Dear Lindsay, Gordon and family, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I worked with Fran for many years. I got to know your Dad very well and enjoyed spending time with both of them. May all your memories bring you comfort in the days to come. They both loved their boys and would speak often about you both.
I feel so blessed to have been a part of Don's world these past few years. Dropping by his shop on Aird St. was the high point of my day. Getting to meet and spend time with him and his family, sitting by the fire just chewing the fat, sharing stories and hearing that deep, wonderful laugh became my tonic. I miss him so much. My condolences to Don's family and friends.
Mac, please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. I remember sitting in the barber chair in the basement on Burnet Drive getting a "Don Special". Short and tight. Rest easy Mr. Macgregor.
I started my Legion membership at branch 133 at the age of 18 years of age and now I am president of Branch 173 Osoyoos BC On behalf of this branch, our condolences go out to family and friends of our legion comrade RIP
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Don was a dear sweet gentleman and so devoted to Frances. He amazed me with his phone abilities and quick wit and compassion for everyone. He was part of the coffee gang. I used to see him shopping and he always had a smile and time to chat. A life well lived
Dear Lindsay, Gord & families I’m so sorry for your loss but have to smile thinking about how very active your Dad stayed after your Moms passing. I’ve ran into him a few times since the old legion days and he’s always had that charming smile and a few kind words to share. I’m pretty sure there’s a beautiful couple dancing together again in Heaven. Keep your memories close Sending heartfelt condolences
Lindsay, Gordon and families please accept my condolences in Don's passing. Not only was Don a Past President at Branch #133 he was House and Property Chair in the early 2000's when he lead a committee of volunteers to complete many, many renovations at the old Branch for over a year. His committment to the Legion was an extension of his long military service. As a friend, he will be missed.