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Charles McDonald Obituary

Charles H. McDonald, III Charles H. McDonald III, born January 11, 1961, passed away Friday, April 29, 2011 with his family at his side. Charlie graduated from Bellarmine Prepatory in 1979 and continued his education at the University of Denver where he was an active member of the SAE Fraternity and graduated with a finance degree. Upon graduation, Charlie began working at Savage Wholesale Building Materials. In his spare time, Charlie enjoyed fishing, hunting, skiing, and was an active member and loved golfing at Tacoma Country and Golf Club. Charlie was also a member of the SOYP Ski Club. He is survived by his wife Kim, son Charles IV, daughter Abby, mother Mary Janet, and brothers Peter and Andrew McDonald. He was predeceased by his father, Charles H. McDonald Jr. A Rosary will be recited Thursday, May 5, 2011, 10:00 am at St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Steilacoom followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. A reception will immediately follow. Family suggests any donations in Charlie's name to the Floyd and Dolores Jones Cancer Institute at Virginia Mason Foundation, PO Box 1930, D1-MF, Seattle, WA 98111. Please leave online condolences at www.GaffneyCares.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 3, 2011.

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Kathy Roark

May 9, 2011

Dear Kim, so sorry to hear about Charlie.
Let me know if you need anything or just to talk. I am keeping you in my prayers.
Sincerely- Kathy Roark

Curt Knudson

May 9, 2011

My first meeting of Charlie was at a Savage picnic at Lake Lawrence in 1966.
I later worked with him in Seattle in the late '80's. He was always a gentleman with me, and I will miss him a lot. Way too young was he. God rest his soul.

Laura Hodge (Griffin)

May 5, 2011

Many memories of Charlie as our Griffin family grew up with the McDonald family, at elementary and high school, as well as TCGC. He was my classmate at St. Francis Cabrini and at Bellarmine. I will always remember his bright smile and sunny personality. He will be missed. Sending prayers and condolences to the McDonald families.

Julie Olrogg

May 5, 2011

Charlie left us too soon. He will be missed. Condolences to his wonderful family.

May 3, 2011

Charlie was a childhood and college friend. His wonderful sense of humor certainly helped me get through some of our business classes. He will be missed and his family is in our prayers.
Merrill Kelley and Family

May 3, 2011

So sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. Our love and prayers go to Kim, Tuni, Peter & Andrew and all the family. Dave & Sharon Sidor

SGS and ABP

May 3, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

JP Schmitz

May 3, 2011

Chalie always took the time to talk with both my brother and Ieven though we were 15 years younger. We always wished we could tell a joke like him. He was one of a kind and will be missed. I will miss your great personality and ability to always make me laugh. J.P. Schmitz (Tacoma, WA)

John & Tracey Reinholt

May 3, 2011

Deepest Sympathy for your loss. May God bless you in your time of sorrow.

Deb Hunter-Rowland

May 3, 2011

My heart goes out to all of you as I know what it means to lose a brother. I remember fond memories of playing with the boys when very young! My sympathies to the whole family.

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