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HUBBARD, Dr. Donald Edward Noted Atlanta Obstetrician-Gynecologist Dr. Donald Edward Hubbard, who, in retirement has resided in Rabun County, Shellman Bluff and Cumming, Georgia, passed away quietly Tuesday, July 9, 2019, after a long illness. He is preceded in death by his son Karl Patrick Hubbard and he is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mrs. Mary M. Hubbard and their five children, Dr. John David Hubbard, Mrs. Linda Suzanne McElveen. Mr. Richard Benjamin Hubbard and Mr. Timothy Myrick Hubbard. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Dr. Hubbard received a B.A. Degree from Emory University and an M.D. Degree from the Medical College of Georgia. After completing his internship at Piedmont Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia, he served his country during the Korean War as an Air Force Captain at Langley Air Force Base in Langley Virginia. He then completed residency training in Obstetrics-Gynecology at the Medical College of Georgia. He went on to private practice in Atlanta for thirty nine years with privileges at Piedmont Hospital. He married Mary Jean Mackin in 1954 and they had five children. Dr. Hubbard was a well respected, deeply loved and devoted husband, father and physician. He touched many lives during his ninety years. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at Cumming First United Methodist Church at 1:00 PM Tuesday, July 16th. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to Alzheimer's Association. Condolences can be expressed at www.mcdonaldandson.comMcDonald and Son Funeral Home

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jul. 12, 2019.

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Carla Fackler

July 19, 2019

Remembering his special smile and the times we four spent together in Rabun County--planting and harvesting grapes, dinners, drinking wine, and Don's spectacular 80th birthday card and party! (Of course, Carl knew him from Piedmont Hospital.) Thinking of Mary and the family.

Carl Fackler

July 18, 2019

Mary and family: We just read of Don's passing in the Clayton Tribune and send our sympathy. He was one of our favorite people, he always had a smile and a supply of jokes. He was a true friend.

July 12, 2019

Mary,
For the past 9 months, it has been my privilege to watch your love and commitment to Dr. Hubbard as you gently displayed your patience and kindness. I will miss speaking to you at lunch time. You were a great role model to all of us that watched you every day sitting by his side. You have certInly taught me more about the importance of patience and daily presence in your loved ones life. I will miss seeing you and we pray that God will give you comfort in the days ahead. May your days be filled with peace and we pray that many wonderful memories bring you much joy and happiness. We join you in the celebration of Docs life and know that his life and profession has touched the lives of so many.
In His Grip,
Sheila and Leroy Davis

Susan Okelley

July 12, 2019

Dr. Hubbard was my OBGYN for many, many years. Although his associate delivered both my children in 1965 and 1967, Dr Hubbard was with me until I was put to sleep. I LOVED Dr Hubbard so much. When I received the letter that he was retiring, I wrote him a letter. Don't remember everything I said but I do remember saying, "How can you do this to me"? May he rest with the angels now. Susan Barr Okelley. I was his patient but I considered him my friend as well.

L.W. McDonald and Son Funeral Home

July 12, 2019

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

D C

July 11, 2019

I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences during your time of grief. I hope you can find peace in your heart and I'm hoping that the scripture Colossians 3:15 can help with finding peace.

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