Fallen pillar of community laid to rest
“The legacy our father leaves is to do everything through love and respect.”
Beloved father, husband and respected community leader Casper McDonald (67) was laid to rest on Friday, August 25. He passed away on August 21.
Family, colleagues and community members will remember the late ward 64 councillor for his unwavering dedication and kindness and his deep love for his family.
McDonald was laid to rest in a private ceremony, leaving behind his wife, Trudie, and two sons, Sterrenberg and Diederick, and their families.
The sons said: “For our father, family meant everything. He was the perfect example of what and how a father and a husband should be.
“Our dad and husband was a remarkable individual who has had a profound impact on our lives. His dedication, kindness, sense of humour, integrity, and unwavering support are qualities that we admire and strive to emulate.
“The legacy that our father leaves is to do everything with love and respect.”
McDonald became a ward councillor in 2005 and was known for his care in looking after his community.
He trained as a teacher and then moved into politics, with a passion for fairness.
Close friend and colleague Elmarie Krouse said that he was always on top of the issues in his community.
“Every morning, he would call me and we would discuss the issues the community was facing and what needed attention.”
She said residents could call him at any time of the day, and he would immediately try to help.
“Weekends were his family time, but even when he was with his family, he would see how he could help.”
McDonald extended his dedication to his community and was known to sit with those who needed help for hours until their issues were addressed.
Krouse said McDonald was known for his sense of humour and positive outlook and as a giant of his community.
Messages of support and love poured in from far and wide, a testament to the impact he made with his work.
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