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1928
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2020
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Grant Macdonald Obituary
Grant W. Macdonald of Kalamazoo passed away Sunday March 15, 2020 at home. Grant was born July 2, 1928 in Chicago, IL the son of John and Jane (Porter) Macdonald. He was a Korean War veteran serving in the U.S. Army. Grant retired as the industrial arts teacher from Parchment Schools after 30 years. He was a member of the Christian Science Church, member of Fidelity Masonic Lodge #513 F& AM where he served as past master three times. Grant was active in Boy Scouts for over 50 years and became an Eagle Scout in 1942 and he was still an active volunteer at Camp Rota Kawan. On July 31, 1954 in Kalamazoo Grant was united in marriage to the former Marilyn Darrow who preceded him in death on October 21, 2009. Also preceding in death are two sisters, Grace Mashaw and Alma Mabile; brother, John Macdonald. Surviving are six children, Lyle (Elizabeth) Macdonald, Kevin (Jan) Macdonald, Grant Marshall (Joanie) Macdonald, Leigh Ann Rauen, Paul (Shelly) Macdonald, Peter Macdonald; 17 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; several nieces & nephews. A public memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. Arrangements by Parchment Redmond Funeral Home. www.redmondfuneralhomes.net
Memories and Condolences
for Grant Macdonald
Sarah Smith-Johnson
April 5, 2020
I was definitely blessed to grow up next to him and be his neighbor all my life❤I sure miss seeing him go outside doing the leaves mowing the lawn even getting on the roof for the gutters every time I seen him outside I made sure to say hi and talk with him❤ My deepest condolences and prayers to the family❤
Heidi Schauer-Boles
March 22, 2020
I was blessed to have had Mr. Macdonald as a shop teacher at Parchment Middle School and as a homeroom teacher in 7th grade. I was part of the 7th grade class that gave Mr. Macdonald a retirement party with an "Ape-A-Gram". He was a great teacher and a very patient man. Many fine memories from his class. My condolences to the family.
Sincerely,
Heidi Schauer Boles
Parchment class of 1991
Richard Granger
March 21, 2020
I am saddened to hear of Grant Macdonald's passing. Like my friend Don McCreery states, I had Mr. Macdonald for junior high shop classes (1957-1958) at Parchment. He taught me the basics of hand and power tool usage and how to fabricate things. These are skills that I use to this day. I also knew Mr. Macdonald from Scouts and appreciated what he did to help develop character and decency in the youth of our times. Mr. Macdonald attended several of our class reunions and I greatly enjoyed having the opportunity to reminisce with him on those occasions. A fine gentleman. Rest In Peace, Grant Macdonald.
David Delemme
March 17, 2020
Grant McDonald was my shop teacher for the 1963-thru 1966 period at Parchment High School. He was a great teacher for wood and metal shop. He would let me work on my 1957 ford sometimes after school also. It's sad to see that so many schools don't have a set-up for shop classes anymore. Grant would come to our Class of 66 get-together every year. I'm sure that all the people that attended Parchment High School are saddened about his passing, but we send our thoughts and prayers, and ask GOD to take special care of him. Till We Meet Again Mr. McDonald. Dave Delemme class of 66.
Carson Leftwich
March 17, 2020
We join with your family in bidding a sad farewell to your dear father and grandfather Grant Macdonald. He will be surely missed. Hopefully we can all get together later to celebrate Grants life, accomplishments, and spirit. He made a big impact on so many people.
Steven Macdonald
March 17, 2020
I was unemployed in the late 80's. I was in a funk, not sure what to do next, and trying to figure out how to support my small family. Job leads were slim, and nothing seemed to work.
Then Grant appeared on my doorstep. "C'mon," he said, "I need a crew to help expand the Scout camp."
"But, I've only worked in food service and retail," I replied. "I don't even know which end of a hammer to hold!"
"That's all right. I'll teach you."
That summer spent building the Cub and Webelos expansion of Rota Kiwan together with Jody, Peter, and Paul taught me lessons that have served me through my entire life.
Thank you, Uncle Grant. Rest well.
Cherry G-Macdonald
March 16, 2020
There are too many memories to share here, from the first hug in 1982 until now. From my twins birth, a cross country trip with toddlers, birthdays, Christmas's, zip lines, driving on Colorado mountain roads, trains, races, stories, so many more and of course a trip to Scotland, where Dad told everyone he was from Clad Donald. What an experience to help Dad pick out his new kilt and accessories in Edinburgh, he was like a kid in a candy store. Of course Dad found the best apple pie in Edinburgh, St. Giles basement, and yes indeed he did ask for a slice of cheese. Whenever I lost Dad on that trip I knew just where to find him, the nearest ice cream shop or bookstore. We also went to a town full of used book stores, we had to buy an extra bag each to take home our purchases! Let's have a Scottish Wake and tell all the stories, I think we'll be there awhile. Thank you Dad for all the good memories and especially for your love. I love you and miss you.
James Gilbert, MD
March 16, 2020
Deepest sympathies to the family. Grant and Marilyn were two of my favorite patients.
March 16, 2020
Mr. MacDonald was a wonderful man. He taught all of my siblings, myself and taught the fine art of woodsman ship to my son. He was always a delight to listen and learn from every day.
Shelly Macdonald
March 16, 2020
So blessed to have had you as my Father in Law. Never imagined my shop teacher would become my Father in Law, my family and my friend. This man was a special blend. Like none I have ever encountered. He made our lives better for knowing him.
He is loved and will be missed by so so many!!
He lived an amazing life. He is at rest now.
RIP Dad
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Donald McCreery
March 16, 2020
Like many others from PPS, I was fortunate to have Mr. Macdonald for many shop classes. He was kind, patient and sharing of knowledge. Imagine my surprise when he shows up at my door many years later asking if I could fix his canoe. Of course I could, he was the person who taught me the basic skills that I learned more from. RIP Mr. Macdonald.
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