MCDONALD, Sydney and Nancy Alice

McDONALD

Sydney "Paper Mac" & Nancy Alice

30.08.1924 ~ 13.09.2015 05.06.1931 ~ 12.12.2020

Aged 91 years Aged 89 years

Syd Snr, raised in a Catholic orphanage and unofficially adopted by a loving family, was a WWII veteran who returned with 92% permanent hearing loss.

While selling newspapers for Rupert Murdoch, Syd became affectionately known as 'Paper Mac' wearing 48 colourful, tailor-made suits.

He was also an outstanding athlete, competing in a Stawell Gift qualifying heat and was a volunteer athletic coach.

In 1948, he met Nancy - his beloved wife of 64 ¾ years - together they were champion ballroom dancers and shared a life of generosity.

Syd was an astute punter from 1950 and a licensed bookmaker from 1971 to 1990, deeply involved in horse, harness and greyhound racing.

Together, Syd and Nancy dedicated their lives to helping the disadvantaged and underprivileged.

Beyond helping individuals, they supported the Goodwood Orphanage, countless charities, fundraisers and school scholarships.

Syd was known for his infectious smile, humility, integrity and hard work, with wife Nancy as the devoted, unsung hero.

Dad and Mum were admired and respected role models in the community.

Racing SA annual Sydney 'Paper Mac' and Nancy McDonald Award recognises the 1st and 2nd year apprentice jockey who exemplifies outstanding commitment to the Racing industry.

Thank you South Australian Jockey Club for acknowledging 'Syd Senior Memorial' today at Morphettville Race 8

always your proud son syd jnr and McDonald family