SHARON LOUISE MacDOUGALL (nee WEST)

May 28, 2024

Sharon Louise MacDougall (nee West), beloved wife of the late Allan Lloyd MacDougall, died at the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich, Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the age of 77. Born June 24, 1946, in Ashfield Township, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Jean West. Dear mother of Heather and Brian Bartlett of La Salle, David MacDougall of Fort McMurray, and Marita and Simon Taylor of Goderich. Greatly missed by her grandchildren Morgan, Clair, Alexandria, Roderick, Benjamin, Grace and Graham. Also survived by her brother, Jim West of Kintail; sister, Marianne Smeltzer of Ripley; sister-in-law, Grace Dollery of Bayfield; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brothers-in-law, Elmer Smeltzer and Jim Dollery. Sharon graduated from Nursing School in 1966 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in London. She worked as a Registered Nurse at Wingham and District Hospital until she became a stay-at-home mom to raise Heather, David and Marita. She was called back to work in labour and delivery at the hospital in 1982, helping many local babies arrive safely. until her retirement in 2008, all the while helping Allan on the farm. She managed to find time to serve an active role in her community, as a member of South Kinloss Presbyterian Church, a Sunday School superintendent, president of the Women’s Missionary Society, and member of the Kairshea Women’s Institute and Lucknow Lions Ladies. She made some great memories with her neighbours from the 4th of Kinloss, work colleagues from the hospital, her family, and especially her grandchildren. Sharon always had a funny quip to share in conversation that her new caregivers in Goderich Place loved her for!! Sharon loved to cook, sew, watch her beloved Blue Jays (especially Bo!), and work away on her crossword puzzles. In the past few years, she struggled with her health and recently, had been on kidney dialysis. Despite all her ailments, she never complained. She was immensely proud of all her grandchildren for their achievements whether it be academics, sports, travels, or acts of kindness. Visitation will be held at the MacKenzie and McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, Saturday, June 1, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by the funeral at 1 p.m. Interment, South Kinloss Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting the Kidney Care Centre of Southwestern Ontario, the Wingham Hospital Foundation, the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich, or a charity of your choice. Condolences on-line at www.mackenzieandmccreath.com.