Obituary of Burton Leo McKay

Burton Leo McKay

Burton passed away at 2:30am on July 11, 2024 at the Heritage Manor in Kindersley, where he resided for the past 10 1/2 months, with 3 of is daughters Michelle, Carrie and Paulette by his side. 

Bert was born in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia on July 28th, 1941 to Calvin and Margaret McKay, along with 8 siblings. 

Bert was married to his beautiful wife Dianne Lynn McKay (nee Kirkpatrick) for 57 years, and had 5 beautiful children; Paulette, Carrie (Darren), Malissa (Eric), Michelle (Ian), Burt (Shawna), 11 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

His family meant the world to him. He loved to sing and entertain. He loved to play darts, pool, fishing, long drives and camping, but most of all, Bert absolutely loved his whole family.

Bert was diagnosed with critical stage 4 pancreatic cancer and dementia. 

Bert was pre-deceased by his loving wife Dianne, parents Calvin and Margaret, his brother Jackie, and his sister Darcy.

Bert was well loved by all who met him.

Rest easy Dad.

Bert Loved being a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and The Elks Club

Rest peacefully with mom now dad. We love you forever

A recording of the service is now uploaded.