The MacMaster boys received many of their Christmas gifts early, before Cyndi died at 2:30 a.m. “We used it as a lesson for the boys about kindness.” “Watching the comments come in, that was just such a wonderful gift,” he said.
There were stretches when the three boys were refreshing the site every five minutes. Scott said the money helped, but the comments people wrote on the website - ‘I remember when Cyndi helped me do this’ or ‘I remember when Scott helped me do that’ - were better. Scott’s sister set up an online support forum to help the family with medical bills, which in just over three weeks attracted more than $49,000 in donations. Then you get to the point where you say, ‘OK, this is just a hill that you have to get to the top of.’” “You question the choices you’ve made, your lifestyle and your eating habits. “You start to think that somehow you made God mad,” said Scott. “We definitely lived in the moment,” said Scott. Last winter, with the snow piled up, the whole family jumped off their second-story deck. They often loaded up the car and took long drives all over Maine, with no particular destination. They took the boys to Jay Peak in Vermont and Story Land in New Hampshire, spent days fishing and packed in as many camping trips as they could. Scott said they realized then that the cliches about such events are true and determined to live every moment to its fullest. Three years ago she survived cervical cancer with radiation and chemotherapy. She even bought each boy a card for his wedding and sealed her love inside envelopes that will be yellowed and brittle by the time they’re opened. She recorded audio books for the younger boys and filled out high school graduation cards for all three. She filled out 13 years of birthday cards for Jake and her other two boys, 7-year-old Parker and 5-year-old Tripp. 19, just weeks after a cancer diagnosis.Įven in her final days, she was able to look past death’s cruel face to the future. Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of REID WILLIAM COMPTON MacMASTER Saturday July 30th 2022.“She sure was,” Scott MacMaster said to his eldest son, both brushing away a tear.Ĭyndi MacMaster, 36, died on Dec. 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. Reid’s real passion, and his gift to the world, was his music. 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. Reid MacMaster passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 30, 2022.īorn Decemin Hong Kong, Reid was like a brilliant comet in the night sky.
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