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Louise Amanda McDonald
Date of Death: June 19, 2025
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In Loving Memory of Louise Amanda McDonald October 25, 1953 – June 19, 2025
Louise Amanda McDonald was born at Vancouver General Hospital and lovingly adopted by Cam and Lorraine Bastedo. In 1963, the family moved to Salt Spring Island, where Louise grew up on Roland Road, making lifelong friends with her warmth and easy smile.
She graduated with the Class of 1972 and spent a year working for her father before beginning a long and dedicated career with BC Ferries, where she served from 1973 until her retirement on April 1, 2009.
After retiring, Louise poured her heart into her cherished farm—planting gardens and porch flowers and caring for a joyful collection of animals: horses, cows, sheep, goats, chickens, ducks, geese, cats, and dogs. But her greatest joy was raising her two sons, Johnathon and Arthur.
Johnathon, married to Teile, gave her two beloved granddaughters, Ara and Poppy. Arthur is married to Emilia, and together they brought Louise endless pride and happiness. Louise was a proud member of the Eastern Star for over 55 years. She often joked about being part of the “Mom Club, Married Once Minority,” a title she wore with quiet pride.
Though small in stature, Louise left a mighty impression. She touched hearts and lifted spirits with her kindness, humility, and grace, often without even realizing the depth of her impact.
She will be missed beyond words and remembered always. Her love lives on in the lives she touched, and her memory will forever be a light in our hearts. With deepest love and sorrow, Douglas, her husband, met Louise in 1969 and was happily married for 49 years. A heartfelt thank you to the compassionate staff at Lady Minto Hospital and the Royal Jubilee in Victoria. Your care and kindness meant the world to us.
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