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Catherine McDonald Obituary

Of Winthrop, April 21. Beloved wife of the late Joseph A. McDonald. Devoted mother of John F. of Winthrop, Thomas J. of Pelham, NH, Robert C. of W. Hartford, CT, Joseph A. Jr. and James E. both of Winthrop. Sister of the late Mary McMahon. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 1 niece, and 1 nephew. Funeral from the O'Maley Funeral Home, 79 Atlantic St., WINTHROP, on Saturday at 9:00AM, followed by a Funeral Mass in the Church of St. John the Evangelist at 10:00AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8PM. Interment Belle Isle Cemetery. Gifts in her name may be sent to the Activities Fund at Chelsea Jewish Nursing Home, 17 Lafayette Av, Chelsea, MA 02150.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25, 2008.

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Paul Grimes

April 25, 2008

Aunt Catherine was always an inspiration to many. An original matriach. I often think of her fondly as my other mother. She will be missed by many. God Bless her.

Alicia De Stefano (Grimes)

April 25, 2008

Catherine has always been a special resource and support while I was growing up, especially after my mother's early death. Even with the years and distance, Catherine has been in my thoughts often with great memories. She will be missed~

Donald Grimes

April 25, 2008

I will always remember my Aunt Catherine - my mother's endeared cousin from whom she was inseparable. She was a remarkable, kind, and gentle woman. I will cherish my earliest childhood memories of her from Woodside Avenue. God bless you, Aunt Catherine.

Kate McDonald

April 25, 2008

I love you ma and will miss you. Thank You for all the wonderful memories..Love Kate

Tara McDonald

April 25, 2008

I love you ma and will miss you every day, but I have the best memories being with you.
Love, Tara

Patty Hames

April 25, 2008

Mrs. McDonald was very good friends with my grandmother Ruth. I have fond memories of her when I was a little girl. She was a lovely woman. Please accept my condolences.

Courtney McDonald

April 24, 2008

Rest In Peace Gram. I wish I saw you more often. I know you lived a long fullfilled life. I LOVE YOU! ~Courtney Rae McDonald

Peter Grimes

April 24, 2008

One of the most remarkable women in our time. I will miss her very much.
From her Godson,

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