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BRENT MCDONALD Obituary

McDONALD, Brent M. Of Burlington, age 20, unexpectedly, Oct. 2. Beloved son of Gladys M. (Sheldon) McDonald of Burlington and the late Martin E. Brother of Kenneth of Burlington. Cherished student of Kelly Sexton. Funeral Services will be held at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Monday, Oct. 7 at 10:15 a.m. Relatives & friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 3-6 p.m. Interment in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Memorials in Brents name may be made to People Helping People Holiday Program, PO Box 343, Burlington, MA 01803. For directions, obituary & online guestbook see www.sullivanfuneralhome.net

Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 3 to Oct. 4, 2013.
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To you my beautiful child, my son. I would give my life and my soul for you. And your brother. You had my and all of my
love the very moment I learned I was going to have you. What a special gift and honor to have been chosen to be your mother. My little messy blonded hair and blue eyed child, with the never ending smile, so much like your father. He would of been so proud of the young man you were becoming. I can't even explain in words how your loss has broken me. There aren't any words just a million tears, and a million more. Grief lay's heavy so heavy on my heart. And the passing of time only makes it worse. Time only reminds me of how long it has been since i've hugged you. It isn't fair that you were taken so young, you were and still are to me a beautiful wonderful son. Would I change anything in our brief time together, well that answer would be yes, but only one thing, one moment I would change. And that would be to have had the chance to hold your hand when you died. There is only one more thing I would like to say, and that is, "no Brent... I'm sorry to say.....the moon is not made of cheese, I love u . I love u...until I see you again stay close to your dad in heaven boo.

Mum

August 1, 2022

Brent I still think about you often. You are missed so much at LABBB. Staff still talk about what a nice young man you were and students who come back for reunion dances, etc. still talk about you and ask about your family. You were always such a pleasure to work with. Even when you were frustrated or didn't like what I was telling you, you were respectful and kind. You were motivated to do your best, supportive of your friends and such a hard worker. I still have all of the pictures that you drew for me. Some of them are still hanging in my office. Your mother donated some of your art supplies to LABBB and the students have enjoyed making art with them. I haven't talked to your lovely mother Gladys in awhile....I owe her a phone call. I hope that she and your brother Kenny are doing well. Your mother was always your strongest advocate Brent. You were so lucky to have her as a mom. You are missed Brent, and you made a difference in this world. I hope wherever you are you are happy and at peace. Much love to you and your family.

Kelly Swain Sexton

May 27, 2019

I can't believe that it's been 3 years since Brent has been gone from this world and we r missing you a lot I am feeling your speriet everyday and Michale dosen't believe in ghost RIP Brent and keep on watching over us you'll be in labbb community 4 ever love you Brent miss u from your friend and former classmate Erin MacArthur :-)

Erin MacArthur

September 25, 2016

So very sorry for your loss,I just learned of your sons passing, much love to you and your family, cousin Barbara ann

September 10, 2016

I never knew Brent but you will be missed.

Ben Ellis

June 21, 2015

Dear Gladys and Kenny.
I wish you solace.
Solace for tears that can not be shed.
Solace for words that can not be said.
Love Susan

January 12, 2015

RIP, Brent. You were a good friend to own. You will be missed.

Eric Lippert

April 19, 2014

To the McDonald Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Barbara Mattaliano

October 7, 2013

So sorry for your loss

Natalie Colbert

October 6, 2013

Brent, You were a good brother to me. I may not of told you in person that I loved you. But I did, Always have, & always will. Say hi to dad for me. I'll see you again someday. Sincerly~your big brother

Kenneth McDonald

October 5, 2013

Jen Riley

October 4, 2013

To the family of Brent, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Jen Riley

October 4, 2013

Brent was a sweet, kind and gentle young man who touched the hearts of all of the staff who worked with him. He made a positive impression at all of his LABBB worksites. Wishing his family comfort, peace and sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

Karen Conway

October 4, 2013

I didn't know Brent but, what I have heard is that he is a terrific young man. I have heard that he is quite the artist. My son is in LABBB in Lexington. And, I can say that all the students in the LABBB are friendly, polite and mature. I wish I had met Brent. So sorry for your loss. Find comfort in the many memories that you have.

Barbara Darling

October 4, 2013

Miss Joyce

October 4, 2013

To the family of Brent, we are so very sorry your unbearable loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alyssa Taylor - and family

October 4, 2013

TO BRENT

SANDHYA KC

October 4, 2013

I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH BRENT MCDONALD HE WAS A GOOD KID MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS

SANDHYA KC

October 4, 2013

To The Family of Brent, So sorry for your loss. Brent was such a good kid, and always would have a smile on his face as he look up at me and said hi while passing in school. He surely will be missed. My prays are with you at this hard time Miss Joyce

October 4, 2013

Katelyn mingo brent was a good friend of mine

Katelyn Mingo

October 3, 2013

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