


Visitation at 1:00pm and service at 2:00pm followed by the opportunity to raise a glass in his honor at John’s beloved Blue Goose Tavern. Memorial will be held on Sunday Nov 27th at G.H Hogle Funeral Home. As a result John leaves a long line of friends around the world and particularly in his adopted home of PEI. After several years as the Director of Water Polo Canada and Team Manager at the 1984 Olympics, John went on to a long and successful career in technology that included positions in Vancouver, Hong Kong, Boston and Toronto. John graduated from McMaster University where he was captain of the swim and water polo teams and earned a Bachelor of Science degree. John leaves behind his sisters, Jane Crouch (Tim) and Jennifer MacMaster and nieces and nephew Danica, Keiran and Sinaed Crouch and Emily MacMaster - who will dearly miss their uncle. John, the ever loving and very proud father, is survived by his wife Diana Compton and their children Reid and Alexandra MacMaster. Launched in 2009, MacMaster is a small design studio located in England that specializes in handcrafted wood lighting and furniture. His proud parents George and Virginia MacMaster, predeceased, would have been so proud at his exemplary life. Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of REID WILLIAM COMPTON MacMASTER Saturday July 30th 2022.Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, Novemat the Dorothy Ley Hospice in Toronto, Ontario. To help another young person discover their love of music: / In memory of Reid’s father John : cancer.ca/en/about-us/prostate-cancer If desired, donations may be made in Reid’s honour to one of the following organizations:īecause Reid loved all animals: /donate/ The family will be holding a private celebration of Reid’s life. The consummate musician, Reid worked at his craft every day, constantly improving, growing, experimenting and bringing joy to the world through music, touching the lives of countless bandmates, mentors, friends and fans. His natural and charismatic stage presence was matched only by his musicianship and wonderful voice. The creative studio is run by Award-winning. Alex MacMaster: Birthdate: estimated between 18 : Death: Immediate Family: Son of John MacMaster and Mary McIlreavie Brother of Margery MacMaster Angus Michael MacMaster John MacMaster and Sarah MacMaster. Reid’s real passion, and his gift to the world, was his music. Alex MacMaster launched MacMaster in 2009 specializing in contemporary lighting and furniture products. After being discovered at a bus stop, Reid worked as a model to support his dreams. Reid graduated from the Etobicoke School of the Arts, where he performed in many stage productions, and from Seneca College in Independent Music Production. Reid assumed the role of protector at the passing of their father, transitioned to being her confident and trusted advisor and then on to become Alex’s biggest fan and cheerleader. The bond between Alex and Reid was something truly extraordinary and magical to witness. Reid also leaves his grandparents, Ralph and Pamela Compton, uncle Benjamin and aunt Judy Compton, aunt Valerie Compton and cousins Liam and Jesse, as well as aunts Jennifer and Jane MacMaster, and cousins Danica, Keiran, Sinaed and Emily – all will desperately miss their family rockstar as he moves on to join his father John and cherished Lola, Daisy, Louis, and Lucky. Reid leaves behind his beloved mother Diana Compton and his adored sister Alex MacMaster. His easy smile, charm and irrepressible warmth instantly put everyone at ease and drew them in. Reid was a talented and passionate musician, singer and songwriter. A bright, stunning light that was a privilege to experience and gone much too soon. Minnie and Alex MacMaster were there.10 To me, it's always important too, that when you're making a recording that you're actually making it for people. player Matt MacIsaac and penned Minnie & Alexs Reel for her parents. Reid MacMaster passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 30, 2022.īorn Decemin Hong Kong, Reid was like a brilliant comet in the night sky. But thats not what prompted Celtic fiddling virtuoso Natalie MacMaster to.
