Winston Wayne MacKAY — Charlottetown

At the Atlantic Baptist Nursing Home in Charlottetown on Sunday, November 19, 2023, the death occurred of Winston Wayne MacKay, aged 78 years. Much loved husband of Lynn MacKay (Emery), and father of Darcy MacKay (Monique) and Rosanne MacKay (Sean). Beloved Poppa to Gavin, Emery and Oscar. Born in High Bank, PEI and growing up in Murray River, Wayne was a son of the late William and Christine MacKay. Wayne is survived by his sisters, Jessie Ann (the late Robert) and Donalda (Evan); and predeceased by his parents; as well as siblings, Angus (Maisie), Leona (Oliver), Sterling (Maureen), and Catherine (Basil); and many dear family members and friends. Wayne’s family are thankful for the care Wayne received on unit 3 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and at Atlantic Baptist but are particularly grateful for the kindness and care shown to Wayne by the staff on unit 5 at the Hillsborough Hospital during the months Wayne was there. Wayne will be remembered by his extended family, friends, and former colleagues, those he encountered through shared love of boating, fishing, travel, music, and family, and anyone who had the pleasure of hearing his contagious belly laugh. Resting in Hillsboro Funeral Home in Stratford. Visiting hours will take place Friday November 24, from 2-2:45 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 3 p.m. in Hillsboro Funeral Home. The family will also have a Celebration of Life in summer 2024. Memorial donations may be made online to Alzheimer Society. www.hillsborofh.com