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Dan Riggins posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Dear Pat and Family: I just learned of your loss and I wanted share my sincere sympathy. I have wonderful memories of many great basketball games at the YMCA. Ross was such a gentleman and always wore a smile whenever we would meet. We had tremendous respect for him as an educator, coach, father and all around genuine man. May he rest in peace and may you all find comfort in knowing what a great man he was. God Bless. Dan and Kathy Riggins
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Don and Sue Welch posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
Dear Pat and Family, we were so shocked and so very sad to hear about Ross. He and I shared the same retirement party in 1999 and over 20 years of teaching together at Scotia-Glenville High School. Everyone (and that is no exaggeration) loved being around him. Everything about him was good--he was funny, energetic, kind and caring, a wonderful and respected teacher, and a sympathetic friend and colleague. He touched the lives of all who knew him. We are so very sorry for your loss and regret that we were unable to be at the services and tell you in person how we feel. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. With fond memories, Sue and Don Welch
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
I knew of Mr. MacKinnon from School, at least one or both of my siblings had him as their Chemistry teacher. We became more acquainted when he came in for his regular workouts at the YMCA. He would always start his routine on the eliptical trainer. I would here about his killer basketball team that he organized at the Y for a GREAT while and faintly recall him reviewing team stats as He rode the eliptical trainer. He retired from the BASKETBALL team intact!, then turned over the coordination to ? Mr.S? He was always friendly ,pleasant and a real gentleman in word and deed. I was shocked when I found out the news today. My Dad mentioned they were both volunteering for Habitat for Humanity the day before He died. He was in service to others up until the end. I was glad I had a chance to know him better through the YMCA. My sincere condolences, He will be missed. Sue Van Vorst
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Dave Barnes posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
I remember my sophomore year of playing basketball for coach MacKinnon in 1978-79. We had lost our first six games and our starting center got two quick fouls in the 7th game when I subbed in against Guilderland. We went on to win that game 53-38. It felt great to contribute 20 points to that night, and start the rest of the year. Coach Mac believed in me and I remember thanking him for that more than once. This memory has forever stayed with me. Very sad to see him go. You can tell he was a nice man just by seeing his picture!
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Nancy Moehle posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
How saddened I was to came home today and hear about Mac. I have worked with Mac at the high school for twenty years. He always had a smile on his face and could make me laugh. He was a great man and will be missed. My condolences to his family.
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Phil Spaziani posted a condolence
Monday, October 14, 2013
Phil Spaziani purchased flowers (Treasured Memories Basket)
Fond memories of a real friend
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Robert W. Dylong posted a condolence
Monday, October 14, 2013
Pat, I was saddened to learn of Ross's unexpected death - want to extend my sympathy/prayers to you and your family. The SGHS I knew is fast disappearing - driving to Glenville is now beyond my driving range. God bless - Bob
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Harry Willis posted a condolence
Monday, October 14, 2013
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on Ross' passing. He was my friend going back to our days on the basketball court at Union, and later as a fine chemistry teacher for our boys at Scotia-Glenville. Harry & Sandy Willis.
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Letha Preston Maslauskas posted a condolence
Monday, October 14, 2013
I too was fortunate to have Mr. MacKinnon. as my chemistry teacher. Chemistry wasn't my best subject but I gained so much from being in his class. Due to his enthusiasm I did my own experiments in my mom's kitchen just to see what would happen. He taught me to be detailed in my lab descriptions because through the details he would know what happened during the experiment. Over the years as I have worked with my own students I too have taught the importance of detail. To this day when I see a bright clear "Caribbean blue" I remember Mr. MacKinnon and the first lab report I wrote in chemistry. He was a great teacher whose reach went farther than he could have imagined.
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John Crane posted a condolence
Monday, October 14, 2013
I am a teacher in the Czech Republic, teaching psychology and history for almost 26 years. Ross was one of my greatest inspirations as an educator. He knew how to motivate young people and he was always excited about this job. I have tried to emulate that. Several of my own students have heard stories about "Mr MacKinnon" over the years. This is the joy of teaching. Those stories are now passed on to another generation - and he is eternally a part of young people. Thank you Ross for all you have done for so many. John
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Lynda Castronovo posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Lynda Castronovo purchased flowers (Cherished Friend Bouquet)
Ross was a wonderful colleague, a good friend, and an inspirational teacher. With my deepest sympathy, Lynda Castronovo
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kenneth gudernatch posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2013
kenneth gudernatch purchased flowers (Ocean Breeze Spray)
REST IN PEACE, ROSS from your family's Phi Delt friends
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William Siemers posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2013
God Bless you and your family. May you rest in peace. Thank you for help planning our 50th class reunion and thank you for your service to our country. Bill Siemers WHS class 62
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Brandon Perry posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2013
My heartfelt condolences are extended to the MacKinnon family at the passing of a great man.
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Linda MacMurray Fazekas posted a condolence
Sunday, October 13, 2013
My sympathy to Pat and family. I have known Ross since kindergarden. Enjoyed seeing him at the class reunions. He was so friendly to all.
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Joanne T. Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Joanne T. Smith purchased flowers (Ocean Breeze Spray)
With Love from the families of Tom, Joanne and Matt Smith
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Michele Masten posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. MacKinnons passing. He was my chemistry teacher in 1988. I loved his class and he made me love chemistry. I am now a chemistry teacher myself due to his great enthusiasm. Mr. MacKinnon was such a great teacher that I still remember his famous Wizard of Oz experiment! Please accept my condolences at this very sad time.
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Phil and Linda Arony posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
So sorry to hear of Ross's passing. Although we haven't seen him in some time we have warm memories of him when we were together. Our sincere condolences to Patty and the family.
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Laurie Grippo Lochner posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
What a great guy and a great teacher. He and Mr. Olsen made school a fun place. I remember their "rivalry" over naming their chemistry company Macol or Olmac. My deepest sympathy to his family.
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Gordy Reitz posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Patty, I have known Ross since 1954 when I moved to Westwood as a youngster, played baseball with him thru school and will always remember his first baseman's glove, a little different than the rest of our gloves. I looked forward,when you guys came for the class reunion. to play a little golf with him. His golf lessons improved his game and we just had a lot of fun, a few beers and dinner. I feel terrible for your loss and hope we will see you at the next get together. A Westwood Friend, GORDY, Ross, Hit um straight
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Joan (brilling) Shakeshaft Hollis posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
I am heartbroken to hear about his passing, he was an awesome teacher. In 1972 as a freshman he taught earth science and then chemistry when I was a junior. I left scotia in 78 but when I came to visit family I always made sure I got to the high school to see and say hello to one of my favorite teachers. he made an imprint on my life and I will never forget walking into his classroom and he would be sitting on the edge of his desk. farewell Mr. McKinnon
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Kim Dutelle (Riggert) posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Add me to the list of innumerable students who was blessed to have had Ross as a teacher. I had no intention of pursuing science in college, yet I took AP Chemistry as a senior along with Physics just because I wanted to be in his class. That year ('85) I was honored to have won the science department award in June, but the success I had in my classes had really nothing to do with my interest in or passion for them. When I returned for a visit during my freshman year in college, he told me that he had my file in his desk and was classifying me as one of those students who did well in science but didn't want to continue my education in it. He said they wanted to figure out what they could do to encourage more kids to pursue a science education. I remember telling him that it was never the science I loved. It was my teachers. He made chemistry interesting, fun and easy to learn and, because I respected his opinion of me so much, I pushed myself to do my best. He, along with Mr. Olson and Mr. Knapp didn't make me want to be a successful science student, but they did make me want to be the best student in my chosen field that I could be. He helped instill in me a passion for learning, for caring about my work, and for trying to be the kind of person other people wanted to be around - just like people loved to be around him. I was honored to be his student. I only wish I could have also been his friend as I got older because I know he still would have been the kind of person I loved to be around.
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George and Teri toelcke posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Pat and family. We were shocked and saddened by the news of Ross passing. He was such a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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June (Follety) Deurloo posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
I was so sorry to hear about Ross's passing. I have not seen him in over 50 years but remember him as a kind and helpful young man. He will be missed. Sincerely, June (Westwood High School classmate)
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Ernie & Bulah posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Dearest Pat, Beulah & I are shocked! We ALL have lost a helluva guy - May he rest peacefully. At this writing, Sat AM, we are not sure we can get up to see you,but if we can't, we will be there inbothspirit & thought. Peace dear one - thankfully you are surrounded by super family. Ou best to them. Much love, Ernie & Beulah
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Daphne (Long) Robinson posted a condolence
Saturday, October 12, 2013
To the MacKinnon family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. MacKinnon was my Chemistry and AP Chemistry teacher back in high school. He truly loved teaching and he was one of my most favorite teachers. He inspired me to major in Chemistry in college. I am so saddened by his passing but am comforted in knowing that he will be forever in my heart and fond memories. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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Kerry Evans posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Kerry Evans made a donation to HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL INC
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Sarah, Heather and Rebecca posted a condolence
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Sarah, Heather and Rebecca made a donation to HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL INC
Kerry and family, We are so sorry to hear the news and are thinking of you during this difficult time. We love you.
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