ROSS DAVID McDONAGH
January 20, 2025
Ross David McDonagh of Lucknow died Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at the Wingham and District Hospital. He was 87. Born in 1937 in Ashfield Township, he was the son of the late Norma and John A. (Jack) McDonagh. He was the middle child of five sons and was a caring, generous and colourful character who will be missed by many. Ross married Corinne Chappell in Vancouver in 1964 and they moved to Toronto where he became a father to Michelle in 1967. He was a well-respected executive in the automotive and then construction industry which later took him to the Ottawa area with Audrey Whiteside and her children, Guy and Sue. As well, he enjoyed many great winters at Citrus Ridge in Florida. Ross returned to his Lucknow roots in 2016 and was a resident at Sepoy Manor. Predeceased by his parents; and his brothers, Murray (Shirley), Chuck (Georgie) and Barry. Survived by his loving daughter, Michelle, and his “favourite son-in-law,” Ken Lim; and his two beloved grandsons, Brendan (Jinelle) and Ryan Lim. Becoming a Great Papa to Makenna in 2022 and Jackson just last month, made him so proud. Ross is also survived by his devoted brother, Rod (Joanne) of Lucknow; as well as his dear sister-in-law, Betty; and many relatives with whom he enjoyed time. The family thanks the staff at Sepoy Manor, Lucknow, and Dr. Sean Henderson for their wonderful care. A family graveside service will be held later this year. Memorial donations in Ross’s memory, to the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation (wdhfoundation.ca/donate) or the charity of your choice, would be deeply appreciated; arrangements entrusted to the MacKenzie and McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow; www.mackenzieandmccreath.com. Rest in peace, Hawkeye, you will be missed.