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Malcolm McDonald Obituary
He was a native of Hibbing, Minn., and the son of the late John and Mabel Osgood McDonald.
Mr. McDonald served in the U.S. Army during the Battle of the Bulge in World War II, the Korean conflict, Vietnam War, and received many awards and medals. He retired as a civil service employee at Fort Lee. He was a member of the Colonial Heights American Legion Post 284 and the Association of Retired Military Personnel.
Survivors include his wife, Nellie C. McDonald; three sons, Dan F. McDonald and wife Kathleen, Richard A. McDonald and wife Teresa, all of Richmond, John A. McDonald and wife Bonnie of Raleigh, N.C., and five grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at 1 p.m. in Arlington National Cemetery with military honors. An American Legion service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday Aug. 3, 2009, at the Colonial Heights chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Home and Crematory, 2033 Boulevard, with family visitation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 4240 Park Place Court P.O. Box 6359 Glen Allen, VA 23058-6359 Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Malcolm McDonald
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Julie
August 2, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Linda & Kevin Thayer
August 1, 2009
John, Bonnie and Lauren-We are so very sorry to learn of your Dads passing. We have heard great things about him over the years and know how much you will miss him. We are praying for you all and as you know we are here for you.
Scott Epperson
July 31, 2009
Thank God for our Vets.
Joan Clemens-Specht
July 31, 2009
Aunt Nellie and all, So sorry to hear about Uncle Mikey. I'll bet he and Dad are having a reunion right now. I'd like to attend his funeral and will assume that no special arrangements are needed unless you let me know otherwise. Here is an email address: [email protected] My thoughts are with you all, Joanie(one of Tom's daughters)
Susan and Richard Brooks
July 31, 2009
Dan and Kathleen, we were so sorry to hear about Dan's father passing. Please know that we have you in our hearts and prayers.
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