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H. MacDonald Obituary
Born in Providence a son of the late Howard and Martha (Locke) MacDonald. He was the brother of Diane MacDonald Reeves and brother-in-law Ronald of Cheshire, CT. Also survived by brother and sister in law Albert and Vertie Theilig of Riverside, RI and six nieces and nephews.
After serving in the Navy during the Korean Conflict he went to NY to pursue a career in music and acting. He returned to Newport in the 70's and formed the first Dixieland band in Newport. He also managed Doris Duke's estate for 5 years. For the last 37 years he was the owner of the Pontiac Tap which was started by his father in 1938.
His Funeral Service with Military Honors will be held Wednesday at 6 p.m. in 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home, 600 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston. Visitation Wednesday 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 931 Jefferson Blvd., Suite #3004, Warwick, RI 02886. www.WoodlawnGattone.com
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Memories and Condolences
for H. MacDonald
Teresa Affonso
April 28, 2008
Marcia;
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa, David & Andrea
Peter and Patricia Grant
April 5, 2008
Dear Marcia,
My husband and I were neigbors at 30 Pontiac Ave for many years, we owned Homes Unlimited. We are saddened by the news of Locke's passing. A day never went by that Locke did not have a smile and a hello for us, he was truly a pleasant man. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you gain comfort each day through the love of family and friends.
Erika Hunt
April 3, 2008
Aunt Marcia, At times you may feel lonely, but remember, you will never be alone. Uncle Locke will always be with you, and if at times that doesn't seem to be enough, you know you always have your brother, your sister-in-law, and you even have me. I love you, and you know I love Uncle Locke too.
Ruth and Bob Livingstone
April 3, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Henry Voss
April 2, 2008
Marcia We are sorry to hear about Locke and send our thoughts and prayers.Connie and I are in Seattle with Karen and family.Sorry we will miss the service but we are thinking of you. Best Henry
Bob Ruggieri
April 1, 2008
Marcia...
We may be far away, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have fond memories of you and Locke, especially your wedding.
Bob and Dennis
Bill Howe
April 1, 2008
Marcia sorry for your loss. Locke was always there for my family and for us who knew him he really will be missed. God Bless Bill Howe
Marvin and Rose Carley
April 1, 2008
Marcia,
Our thoughts are with you at this time. We enjoyed the few but memorable times we spent with you and Locke.
Faye Hauge
April 1, 2008
Marcia,
We will you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick and Faye Hauge
Ray Walsh
April 1, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Erika Hunt
April 1, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marcia MacDonald
April 1, 2008
My Dearest Locke,
You are and always will be the love of my life, my husband, my lover, my soul mate, my best friend and champion through all my difficulties. And always know you will never be forgotten forever and ever.
I love you, Marcia
P.S. I know you felt it's better to regret something you have done than to regret something you haven't done.
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