Contributions to the tribute of Michael Downing

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Paul and Pam Kanlosky posted a condolence

Friday, September 3, 2021

Another "library" lost with Michael's passing. Pam and I offer our sincere condolences to his family. We both attended De la Salle College where our friendship began. Christmas was the time our families got together usually on boxing Day. It truly was "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" ! Michael and his family introduced me to Algonquin Provincial Park and their cottage on Smoke Lake. Where a city boy learned how to fish and fillet, make blueberry jam (picking our own park blueberries ! }, make toasted "flying saucers" and paddle a canoe, go on long canoe trips, respect and love the beauty of Canada's outdoors. Treasured memories added to my 'library". Thank you Michael and family for the happy times we shared. Blessings to all!

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Ryan Morrison uploaded photo(s)

Friday, August 20, 2021

I worked with Michael for almost 10 years at NSHA IT Stores, he was an amazing gentleman to work with. He always kept my days interesting, full of laughter and songs. We still have copies of his voicemails from when he was on vacation, they always brought joy to so many people. He had a huge heart and was always there for anyone. He will be greatly missed.

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Ingrid posted a condolence

Sunday, August 8, 2021

I'm so sad to hear of Michael's passing. I'd really hoped to see him again. He was incredibly kind to me and my family. My favorite memory was of our trip to Cape Breton with my children. We saw moose and whales and had an amazing time. His kindness will never be forgotten.

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Betty Hodgson posted a condolence

Sunday, August 8, 2021

So sorry to hear of Michael's death. He was very proud of his sons and very passionate about nature. Michael was a good friend to my late husband Colin Stewart and they worked together through the Halifax Field Naturalists and Nature Nova Scotia to leave us all with a better environment. My condolences to your family. Betty Hodgson.

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Betty Hodgson posted a condolence

Sunday, August 8, 2021

So sorry to hear of Michael's death. He was very proud of his sons and very passionate about nature. Michael was a good friend to my late husband Colin Stewart and they worked together through the Halifax Field Naturalists and Nature Nova Scotia to leave us all with a better environment. My condolences to your family. Betty Hodgson.

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Rose Poirier lit a candle

Friday, August 6, 2021

Worked with Michael at the old Infirmary years ago. He was very kind and helpful with all computer woes. Sorry to hear of his death. My condolences. Rose Poirier

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James Smith uploaded photo(s)

Friday, August 6, 2021

My condolences to all Michael's family and friends. This picture of him, looking like Father Christmas, was from a hike between Old Sambro Road and Prospect Road a couple of winters ago. He holds my deepest respect as a naturalist, philosopher and a senior hiker (We hiked around Chignecto Penninsula a few years ago). Michael was one of the few individuals I have met in this life who had set aside any desire to judge others. A rare treasure indeed. Respectfully, Rev. Unzan Tesshin James Smith

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The family of Michael Downing uploaded a photo

Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Michael Downing

1947 - 2021