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Brent Russell McDonald 8/27/1949 ~ 7/17/2010 Handsome, strong and intelligent. Brent Russell McDonald loved and cared for his wife Linda, his children; Thad, Jenny and Lori, his golfing buddies, and even strangers who were hurting with an uncompromising deepness. A democrat through-and-through; Brent had a dogged determination and passion for politics and a profound empathy for the less fortunate. He saw the true magnificence in heaven and earth. And he was one with nature and all living things. Brent's energy was magnetic, people found themselves drawn to his tender heart and reverberating voice. They hung on every word of his comedic and uncensored stories. He is survived by his wife, three children, mother Marjorie, and siblings; Norman, Carrie, Stuart, Arla, Monte, and Gae. Any person blessed enough to know this loving, passionate and trusting man is invited to a "Celebration of Brent's Life" at the Old Mill Golf Course Club House (6080 South Wasatch Blvd) Tuesday, July 27th from 7:30p.m.-9:00p.m.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jul. 25, 2010.

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Carrie Mcdonald Brooks

July 19, 2025

2010 was a long time ago. Miss you always brother.

Carrie Brooks

July 22, 2022

I miss you and can't believe it has been 22 years since you left. Love you.

August 27, 2019

Happy Birthday Brent. Miss you so much.
Love
Carrie

Stuart McDonald

July 19, 2019

I miss you big brother.

Carrie Brooks

August 28, 2014

Brent. Happy Birthday. Always in my heart.
Sis.

Brent at age 13 or 14 on drive with his Boy Scout troop to Mexican Hat, Utah, to begin a San Juan River run in 1963.

Stuart McDonald

August 27, 2014

Stuart McDonald

August 27, 2014

Happy Birthday, big brother Brent. You would have turned 65 today. Hopefully, we'll meet again some day. With two serious & deadly completely unrelated cancers and their treatments in the last 3 years, it may not be that long before we find out.

June 30, 2014

I knew Brent since Jr. High School when his family lived on 11th East and 2nd South. I ran the San Juan River together with Brent and our Explorer Scout troop...and he and I were going to walk out of the area. We got a chewing out by his father and our scout leader. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. John (Park) Martinson, Boise, Idaho

Stuart McDonald

August 27, 2013

Happy birthday, big brother, wherever you may be.

Carrie Brooks

August 26, 2013

Happy Birthday Dear Brent. Miss you terribly. Your Sister,
With Love
Carrie

Stuart McDonald

August 27, 2012

Hi big brother. You would have turned 63 today. So Happy Birthday wherever you are. See you soon enough.

Carrie Brooks

July 19, 2012

Dearest Brother,
I keep your golf balls in a cup on my desk. I think of you everyday. Miss you dearly and know you are at peace.
Love you.
Carrie

Stuart McDonald

July 17, 2012

We lost you two years ago today, big brother Brent. I miss you. I hope you are in a place where you are happy and surrounded by love and loved ones. You sure deserve it. I'll see you soon enough.

Love, Stuart

January 25, 2011

Brent, you are trully missed

Brent at 50th Birthday party

Stuart McDonald

August 20, 2010

mike reyes

August 19, 2010

Dear Linda,
i just heard of Brett's death and words fail me. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow and loss......
mike reyes, apfo, retired

Stuart McDonald

August 15, 2010

Brent became one of the best people I've ever known. Thanks big brother for being there for me during my recent time of trouble. You are still my hero.

Kenneth M. Kafoed

July 29, 2010

I didn't have the pleasure of knowing him but, from what Stuart has told me he was all his obit says and much more. I am genuinely sorry for your loss and will remember you all in my prayers.
Now we must think of him as God thinks of him: Brent is His perfect and beloved son who has come home.
Kenneth M. Kafoed

July 28, 2010

I was so sadden by the loss of Brent.He was a good man and hard worker.My condolences to the family.

Amber Barton

July 27, 2010

Uncle Brent we miss you so much... My best memory is when you took me fishing on a float tube, and tought me how to put a worm on a fish hook. I always enjoyed the time you took the come and visit me after having a baby. I loved to watch you light up at the sight of our new little baby. Linda and Lori, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have so many great memories of our time spent with your family. Always remember the good times, because those are the ones that trully matter in the end. We love you.

July 27, 2010

Aunt Marge and family. I am so sorry about the passing of Brent. I remember babysitting him and how cute he was with his blonde hair. May our Father in Heaven give you peace and comfort at this time. I love you all and you are in my prayers. All my love, Diane Tate Ogden

Sarai McDonald

July 27, 2010

Hello my family. Please know you are in my heart during these trying times. I love you. Please let me know if you need anything. I love you.

July 27, 2010

Thad and Jenny, I am so sorry for your
loss. You just lost your grandmother last
month. I was out of town when I heard the
news. Your grandmother was there for me
when I was a child. I think of your mom
often. lots of love, Carol Marshall from
Poppy lane in Sandy.

Patty Brichford

July 26, 2010

Jenny, Thad - All the family, I am so very sorry.

Connie Kelson

July 26, 2010

Dear Linda and family-
What sad news to hear about Brent. He was an awesome guy and was so much fun to be around. Keep his memories in your heart and know that he loved all of you.

Jim & Debbie Dean

July 26, 2010

Linda and Lori,
We are so deeply sorry to hear about Brent. We know how much you loved him. Words can't even begin to explain the heaviness we feel in our hearts for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
All our Love,
Jim & Debbie Dean

Brenda Simpson

July 26, 2010

Linda,

I am sorry for your loss. Hold on to all the good memories I know you and Brent had together, and remember how much he loved you.

Dannie Clydesdale

July 26, 2010

Linda and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I will miss my uncle dearly if ther is anything i can do or if you need anything please let me know I love you and hope it will ease with time. love, Dannie

Karolyn Kelson

July 26, 2010

Linda and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Brent. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he loved his family very much. Keep his memories alive and remember the good times you had with him. My prayers are with you at this time.

Mark Cox

July 26, 2010

Linda,

My condolences over the passing of your dear husband. It wasn't very long ago I saw the two of you at the Harmons Grocery Store. May the great memories live on.

July 25, 2010

Linda,

Sorry for you loss. Brent was a great, fun guy. We thought the world of him.

Fred & Kathryn Katwyk

Gretchen Reed

July 25, 2010

Sometimes the heart sees what is invisible to the eyes.
You were loved well and will be greatly missed beyond words.

Ron and Ann Allen

July 25, 2010

Brent was an all-around great guy and we'll miss him deeply.

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