Bathurst - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our loving father, Donald Goodspeed, husband to the late Maxine (Smith) Goodspeed, of Bathurst, which occurred at his residence, on Tuesday November 12, 2024, at the age of 84 years.

Born in Truro, NS, he was the son of the late Carlton Thomas and Bessie (MacNeil) Goodspeed.

He leaves behind his four children: Kimberley Goodspeed of Bathurst, Garry (Kara) of Saskatchewan, Carol-Ann Ennis (Geraldine) of Stillwater Lake, NS and Thom (Jennifer) of Owen Sound, ON.

Eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

One brother, Jim Goodspeed of Vancouver, BC and one sister, Mary Goodspeed of Fredericton.

Besides his parents and wife, he was pre-deceased by a brother, Charles.

Donald worked in the mining industry for most of his life until his retirement. Donald was a dedicated, long-time member of St. George’s Anglican Church.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024, at 11 a.m. from St. George’s Anglican Church, Bathurst.

Donations in memory of Donald may be made to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are in the care of Elhatton’s Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com), Bathurst.