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Elizabeth McDONALD Obituary

Age 79, October 6, 2020. Wife of the late Martin. Mother of Elizabeth Davis (Christopher), Mary Ousey (William), Nancy LaMaina (the late Robert), Jane, and Martin (Christina). Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Monday 9:00 A.M. at Maternity BVM Church, 9220 Old Bustleton Ave. Phila., PA 19114 followed by her Funeral Mass 10:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to the American Cancer Society, 1626 Locust St. Phila., PA 19103. BURNS FUNERAL HOME

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Oct. 9, 2020.

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Chris Clegg

October 11, 2020

My dearest cousins... I’m so very sorry for your loss. You’re in our thoughts & prayers as you navigate through this difficult time. She was such a witty woman who has left me with great childhood memories from our visits with you over the years. God bless....

D T

October 9, 2020

Please accept my condolences . I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the word of God comfort and strengthen you. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

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Memorial Gathering

9:00 a.m.

Maternity BVM Church

9220 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA

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Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Maternity BVM Church

9220 Old Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA

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Burns Funeral Home - Columbia Ave.

1428 East Columbia Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125

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