DR. DONALD ROBERT MAGEE

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

• In 1955, Dr. Magee performed a miracle surgery on my eyes. In 2008, I returned to Winnipeg, after having lived elsewhere for 35 years. I was immediately able to locate Dr. Magee, and phone him to express my enormous gratitude for his amazing competence and care. He performed one perfect surgery, for a condition that normally took three or four, and still with limited success. Now a senior, I've enjoyed a lifetime of perfect sight, all because of him. Being only four years old at the time of the surgery, I don't recall him very much, but I do remember the phenomenal hospital post-op experience. And, I will always remember his very miraculous gift to me, and feel tremendous awe and appreciation for him. My condolences to his entire family. The world lost a medical gem. - Posted by: J. Batten (former patient) on: May 09, 2020

• I will always remember Don's energetic personality. He had the biggest bluest eyes that would light up a room when you walked in. Always so curious and inquisitive about his surroundings. It was an absolute pleasure to work with such an amazing man. I will miss him dearly. - Posted by: Nicole (Caregiver) on: Jan 04, 2014

• What a classy man - one of the best. I will remember Dr. Don as intensely curious, wanting to do and see it all on our trips out. He was gentle, thoughtful and kind even as his limitations became greater. Good food remained a great pleasure! When noticing a shiny sports car parked, or hearing a cool jazz selection, I will remember Don. Sincere condolences to Barb, Jan, Susan & Nancy & families. Don will certainly be missed. - Posted by: Sonya W (Caregiver) on: Jan 01, 2014

• I first met Dr. Don Magee in 1986 when a fortuitous gust of wind blew down a panel of the fence separating our properties in Tuxedo. Little did I realize that he would quickly become my best friend for the next 27 years, until his passing. My wife Arlene and I would frequently see Don and Wynnell enjoying the afternoon sun on their backyard deck, with glasses of white wine on the side table. They never failed to invite us over, and we used a step ladder to climb over to their side, to the amusement of Don. The four of us made a most-pleasurable habit of dining out regularly, where we had so many wonderful conversations, usually focussed on Nature and medical-science issues. I treasure so many moments with Don; his proudly showing me the vial-full of materials he surgically extracted from people's eyes, his stories about remarkable cases, gathering kindling for our fireplaces, installing the vinyl shades over his windows, and sitting for hours in my gazebo. He once mentioned that he considered me like a son, which touched me deeply. As Don aged and weakened, he never lost his bright smile and sense of humour. With no one to replace our dearest friends -- Don and Wynnell -- we are so much the poorer. We share the loss of this special gentleman with his family and many other friends. - Posted by: Dr. Robert Wrigley (Friend ) on: Dec 30, 2013

• To Barbara, Janice, Susan and Nancy: I remember your dad at Whytewold at the B-B-Q on the weekends, with everyone standing around watching him cook or on the dock when we were all swimming. He was a very kind man, with a great smile and you are going to miss him greatly. - Posted by: Sidney (old friend) on: Dec 29, 2013

• Your dad was always there for the Burns boys when hockey sticks, soccer balls and "discussions" ended with an eye injury and the inevitable visit to see Dr. MaGee. Our dads were good pals and your dad could always be counted to chuckle at our "alleged" injury. In later years I came to appreciate his careful approach and candid appreciation to exchange opinions. Your dad was a good one. - Posted by: Roger Burns (Son of med school classmate) on: Dec 29, 2013