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Mark Abbott posted a condolence
Monday, July 9, 2018
One year today my dear friend. Hard to believe. Love you and miss you and am so glad I got to see/visit with you just a couple months before your passing. Rest well and know you are deeply missed.
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Bobby Charles lit a candle
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
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Luetta Trenholme posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Howard, I only met up with a few times in my life (that I remember - you were 12 years older), but I was always interested in you, your family and your music. Your mother, Anita, was my very favourite auntie. She talked to me about you over the years which made me feel closer to you. My father, Lyle, adored you. I got to know your daughter Michelle through you and we have made a strong connection. Your cousin, Marian Dean, with whom you kept in touch with over the years loved you too and once you came back to your home area, she was very kind to you in your final illness. Rest well, cousin!
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Lyle Trenholm posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Although Howard Arnold McRae was known as "Mac" to his American friends & family, he was simply "Howie" to his Canadian family & friends. I have the fondest memories of young Howie growing up at the Cape (Cape Tormentine, New Brunswick). Such a sweet natured kid with big bright eyes and an always ready smile. When he was quite young, I showed him a few banjo chords, and he took off with his music like a rocket ! Everything he touched, whether be the banjo, guitar, violin, piano upright bass or harmonica, he played with such a natural ease, never before seen in our world. His grandfather Alfred Trenholm was himself a fine amateur fiddler, playing locally at many dances. But Howie was in a different league and he headed south to Texas to pursue his dreams. We were always reminded of Howie back home because his fiddle playing grandfather was also a boat builder and lobster fisherman who kept naming his boats after him - Howie M the 1st - Howie M the 2nd etc. My son Bob has very fond memories of spending some time with Howie in Dallas and participating in a jam session. Although I am Howie's uncle, he always felt more like a son to me. Howie, I miss you dearly and may you rest in peace. With all of my love from the bottom of my heart - Lyle Trenholm
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Daughter posted a condolence
Sunday, July 16, 2017
Honey, it was a week ago 2day you went to be with your heavenly family...i will always love you
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Mary West posted a condolence
Saturday, July 15, 2017
Mac was one of the greatest men I had in my life. He was a great musician, cook, father figure and he loved unconditional. I had not seen him in over 30 years but he has always been in my heart and will be forever. He was my father in law for about 7 years and loved like a father. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone that was a part of his life. Memories are forever and we all have them. Hugs and kisses.
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Joan Macdonald lit a candle
Saturday, July 15, 2017
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Joan Macdonald posted a condolence
Saturday, July 15, 2017
Remembering our younger years and our final recent reunion.Sadly missing your ready smile and outstanding musical talent. RIP my dearest friend.
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Saturday, July 15, 2017
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Daughter lit a candle
Friday, July 14, 2017
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Bobby Charles posted a condolence
Friday, July 14, 2017
Mac is the dearest friend I will ever have. We shared more good times than any two men will EVER have!
Later Mac; I love you my brother .....
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Barbara lit a candle
Friday, July 14, 2017
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God has another amazing ANGLE
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Barbara Carithers posted a condolence
Friday, July 14, 2017
I will miss you so very much. Meme has been waiting on you to join her. Y'all both have no more pain and now you and meme can be happily ever after. LOVE YALL MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY!!!!l. ALL MY LOVE, BARBARA
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Friday, July 14, 2017
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Gwen Snider lit a candle
Thursday, July 13, 2017
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Our prayers are with you and your family.
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Charlotte Duncan lit a candle
Thursday, July 13, 2017
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Charlotte Duncan posted a condolence
Thursday, July 13, 2017
My one and only grandpa I love you to the moon you will always be with me!
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Michelle Lynn daughter posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, July 13, 2017
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Michelle Lynn daughter posted a condolence
Thursday, July 13, 2017
Dad, I wish you could read the beautiful condolences that people who loved, admired, etc. are writing...you brought so much joy and laughter to so many lives...i will see you one day again...thankyou for being my Daddy.
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Philip and Marley Small posted a condolence
Thursday, July 13, 2017
Sorry to hear about Howard's passing. I am Howard's first cousin from Prince Edward Island, Son of Aletha(MacRae) and Charles Small. We enjoyed a nice visit with him at the Nursing Home in Port Elgin last fall and many visits to his home in Cape Tormentine in happier times. He was an amazing musician and actually tuned our son, Charlie's first guitar. He played two songs at the same time and told Charlie that when he could do that, he had it mastered. Charlie was only 12 at the time but never forgot it nor did he stop playing. We always got such a kick out of his dry sense of humor and welcoming smile.
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Greg Hardy posted a condolence
Thursday, July 13, 2017
My condolences and prayers go out to Mac's family and other close friends. Mac was my rock steady partner in the rhythym section of Tom Morrell's band for over 25 years.. We shared many hours together in the studio, on stage, sharing motel rooms, and traveling to and from gigs. Howard was one of the most talented musicians I ever met. He was adept on bass, fiddle, guitar, piano, and I was told he could hold his own on a saxophone. I think I remember him playing a hornpipe (or pennywhistle?) on a Don Edwards recording.
Beyond being so talented, Mac was a joy to know and spend time with. He was kind, generous, and had a very infectious laugh. He was great friend and I will always remember his smiling face. Via con dios, compadré.
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Pat & Valerie Dacus posted a condolence
Thursday, July 13, 2017
We had the privilege of getting to know Mac playing music. We have good memories working with him, he was a gifted musician and our friend. He will be missed and to Michelle and family please accept our sincere condolences.
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Stephenie Shields posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
It's beautiful to see how many lives he touched!
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Kara Stacks lit a candle
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
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Michelle Lynn posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
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Derek Spigener posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Mac personified happiness. Always a source of light and goodness for each of us. Encouraged me and others to feel good about living, while managing to uplift the room simply with his contagious smile.
Brilliant and lovely human.
Rest him gently.
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Ray Harrison posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
RIP Mac. I will fondly remember the times that we spent on stage together and celebrate those memories.
My condolences go out to his family and friends who will miss him as I do.
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Texas Dar posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
RIP my friend. Till we play again on Gods Opry Stage.
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Billy Easton posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
My condolences. I was honoured to share the bandstand with Mac a few times. He will be greatly missed.
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Gail scott and Lynn morgan posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Just saw the posting about Mac. So sorry to hear this. He was a great friend to western swing and will be missed.
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Pat Braddy Hendley posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Mac was such a wonderful friend. I will him dearly. So glad in was in my life. RIP my dear friend.
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James ( Jimbo ) Guest posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
I did not know Mac that well but I wish I would have. He was a fine man and music maker for sure.Sending prayers to all friends and family.
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Michelle Lynn lit a candle
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
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Raymond Keller posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Mac was a great musician and friend , he will be greatly missed by all those who knew him. Prayers for all of his family.
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Verna Humphrey lit a candle
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
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Verna Humphrey posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
In loving memory of the wonderful years we had as friends and neighbors. What a talent and love for music you had and shared with so many of us. Thank you for all the laughs, the talks , the beautiful music, the friendship. You will always live in the hearts of our family.
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Mike Bennett posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Mac was a joy to play with and made the Texas Playboy's swing! I will miss this kind man and great musician.
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Shawn Howe posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
I was honored to get to work with you Mac. The rythym section of The Texas Playboys was always several notches higher when you graced the stage.
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Mark Abbott posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Rest well my friend. I'm so glad we got to visit in April. I will always miss your kindness, infectious laugh, dry sense of humor, and musicianship. One of the best people, friends, and musicians I've ever known. Love you.
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Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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Kara uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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Kerry Prince posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
Wonderful man not sure if he ever had a bad day
He was certainly the best musician I've ever known. He will be missed
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Michelle Lynn posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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Kara Stacks uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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Howard and his late wife Charlotte
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Kara Stacks uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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Howard and granddaughter Kara
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Stephenie Shields posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
I love you Honey! I will miss your sense of humor but know you are in a better place.
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Kara Stacks posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
You will be missed! You were an amazing grandfather to me in so many ways. You always had my back and cheered me a long the way. Although we lost you, heaven gained your smile.
I love you honey!! You will hold a special place in my heart and those that knew you.
- your granddaughter
Kara Stacks
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Tuesday, July 11, 2017
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