Joe McDonald – Handley and Anderson Funeral Services

Date of Funeral

March 10, 2022

McDonald - Joseph Patrick
'Joe'
1.7.1961 - 23.2.2022
Loved husband of Chris.
Loving son of Jim and Kath.
Adored Dad of Jim, Stef, Alex, Jack, Tim, Cathy, Matt and Jess.
Cherished brother of Mark, Richard, Nanette, Chris and all the extended families.
'Fly High'

Obituary
Condolences

A Memorial Service incorporating Funeral Prayers for Mr. Joseph Patrick (Joe) McDonald
was held at The Stony Creek Racecourse and Recreation Reserve, Stony Creek- Dollar Road, Stony Creek on THURSDAY (March 10, 2022) commencing at 11.00am.
Limited seating will be available, so please bring a camp chair and umbrella if needed
as the service will be held outdoors.
Joe’s service was live-streamed, click on the link below to watch service.
https://vimeo.com/686860377

Condolences(16)

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Lincoln Robinson says
February 28, 2022 at 2:54 pm

Joe, you were not only a bloody good pilot but you were a great bloke and someone I had so much respect for. You will be missed mate, RIP and Blue Skies..
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pam murray says
February 28, 2022 at 3:47 pm

Darling Chris, my love and thoughts are with you and the family
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Jill Watson says
February 28, 2022 at 5:35 pm

“Joe the pilot” that’s what one of the things our 8 grandchildren will remember about their time on our farm it caused so much excitement when the plane arrived .Joe always had time to show them the cockpit and take a photo which we have many….our deepest sympathy to Chris and all the family .Thankyou Joe, always so friendly…..Terry and Jill Watson and family….. Watson air strip Glen Forbes
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  Wayne Beale says
  March 1, 2022 at 11:37 am
  
  Every time I spoke to Joe, nothing was too much trouble, always with a smile on his face, and time for a talk, even though his business may have been short of time. Always happy to help, and happy to give advice when sought.
  And I never stopped being fascinated with the type of flying performed when the “Super Plane” was near, completing spraying or fertiliser runs.
  Fly high Joe.
  Sympathy to Chris and family.
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Jill Carmody says
March 1, 2022 at 10:47 am

My deepest sympathy to Chris and children, Kath and Jim, and the extended McDonald family on the tragic loss of their loved, husband, father, son, brother, and uncle.
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Lorraine Townley says
March 1, 2022 at 2:06 pm

Joe thank you for the opportunity you gave me to work for / with you mate, it was an absolute pleasure and I am proud to say you were a great ‘Boss.’ You were a great teacher, always ready with an ear to listen and always up for a chat and a laugh. You will be sorely missed. Fly high mate and blue skies.

To Chris and the family, our deepest sympathies to you all on the tragic loss of your beloved Joe, you are very much in our thoughts, all our love Loz n Lou xox
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John Burchell says
March 1, 2022 at 7:46 pm

Joe , for you and all you leave behind , its a sad parting , but to leave your earthly bounds doing what you love is a great thing . Of course , we all wish you could have realed the skies in this life for much longer .
A great human that stood for what he believed in . Cheers mate !
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Meg Riseley says
March 2, 2022 at 7:36 am

Many memories of a great man and pilot from my AirAg days. My sympathy to Chris and family, Kath & Jim and family.
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Susanne Carter says
March 3, 2022 at 6:22 am

My sincere condolences to all the McDonald family, I cannot imagine how you are dealing with this horrific news. Thinking of you all and hoping you pain lessens a wee bit knowing that many people are thinking of you and sending support.

I have lots of happy memories of school days in Meeniyan.
Rest in peace Joey,
Susanne Carter Orkney Scotland x
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Jeanie Funnell says
March 4, 2022 at 3:45 pm

Our love and sincere sympathy to Chris, Kath and Jim and families on the passing of Joe. Please accept our prayers and love. Jeanie and Ron Funnell and families.
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Marea Beach says
March 7, 2022 at 8:45 am

Heart felt condolences on the sad passing of Joe. With the angels leading the way.
Marea Beach Nee Mc Donald
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Allen Riseley says
March 8, 2022 at 11:15 am

Over the last 12 years or so I have been bringing year 9s from Mirboo North SC out to Superplanes base. Joe has been an engaging presenter and we shared many laughs with the kids as he discussed life as a pilot. I was shocked to hear of his passing, made all the more raw as we had our last group of kids out there the previous Friday- but these kids were lucky to get the chance to meet him – a warm and generous man. We talked about coming down to visit me at the river, something that I would have loved to have happened. Rest in peace Joe.
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Brian Enbom says
March 8, 2022 at 11:06 pm

Always energetic, happy, friendly, obliging, a master of his trade and a really nice bloke.
RIP Joe
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Tracey Singleton says
March 10, 2022 at 10:25 am

My sincere sympathy to the McDonald families on the tragic loss of Joe.
Taken way too soon.
Fly high with the angels Joe
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Cathryn Nicholson says
March 10, 2022 at 10:58 am

My sincere condolences to all the McDonald family. Not only were you the best landlord anyone could ever hope for, you were genuinely one of the best blokes I have ever met. I will miss your sense of humour and wise advise.
RIP Joe
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Vince Tamburo says
March 10, 2022 at 12:35 pm

Our sincere condolences to Chris and family, It has been a pleasurer having you work for us for many years, the sky will not be the same with out you.
RIP Joe