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KATHERINE MACDONALD Obituary
Of Lynn, April 17. Wife of the late Forrest A. MacDonald. Mother of Patricia M. Abrams and her husband Ron of Marblehead, Barbara A. MacDonald of Marblehead, Janet M. MacDonald of Salem and Forrest C. MacDonald of Lynn. Sister of Mary M. Neill of San Diego, CA, Dorothy St. Pierre and her husband Ronald of Beverly, Barbara L. Desmarais of Nahant and Ann Sweeney of Beverly. She also leaves numerous nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by her sister Helen M. and her husband Thomas J. Zampell of Beverly and brother - in-law Joseph R. Sweeney of Beverly. Funeral from the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple St., LYNN, Monday at 9:00AM. Funeral Mass in Our Lady of the Assumption Church at 10:00AM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting Hours Sunday, 2-6 PM. Gifts in her memory may be sent to My Brother's Table, 98 Willow St., Lynn, MA 01901 or the National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Ave., Suite 2 Norwood, MA 02062. For online memorial and guestbook, visit www.cuffemcginn.com
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Memories and Condolences
for KATHERINE MACDONALD
karen finn
May 12, 2014
Dear Katys family....(thats me too! ) I cant believe how time flies... it seemed like just yesterday your mom was calling us in from the shed, woods, Gowdy park or your pool. Now it been around a year that shes gone but I still hear her laugh and see her smile. Fourth of July, Christmas parties and the neighborhood just isnt the same with the 3 founding ladies now gone. Katy, Rita and Ruthy are definately in heaven looking at us laughing and smiling. Lets remember the good times...there were soooo many....our moms would want us to make more happy memories. I am still here if you need me. Love you all. Kazy (your moms special name for me)
janet MacDonald
April 26, 2013
Dear Ma,
There are no words to describe the love I have for you. I have always and continue to feel blessed to have a mother like you. You were a giver, never wanting for materialistic possessions. You lived by the quote, "It is more blessed to give than to receive".You were always concerned about other less fortunate and instilled in me to have gratitude and to help others in need. From my early memories of you, you never raised your voice, always spoke kindly to all. You cared deeply and would do anything for your family. Your positive attitude and unconditional love and kindness radiated everywhere you went. Young or old, family or strangers fell in love with you. You were truly a special gift that God gave us to teach us what love really is. It breaks my heart to let you go,but it was time to give you back to God. Love, Your daughter, Janet
Debra ODonnell
April 23, 2013
Dear Patty, Ron and family,
It is with profound sadness that I send this message. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
With heartfelt sorrow and love,
Deb
Tricia Abrams
April 23, 2013
Dear Patty, Janet, Barbara and Forrest/ I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please forgive my abscence at this time. Please know my prayers and love go out to your family.
Love, Tricia
Penny Abrams
April 23, 2013
Dear Patty, Janet, Barbara and Forrest,
I was so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. She was a wonderful, soft spoken woman with a great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May support from family and friends help sustain you during these most difficult days. In time, better memories will replace the pain you currently feel. Love, Penny Abrams
Debbie Dunning Ahl
April 22, 2013
Patty and family - My prayers are with you all at this sad time. One of my fondest memories is Christmas Eve at your home - your Mom and Dad were always so welcoming - lots of people, and laughter was all around! Another memory is that your Mom always called me DD. I would come to your door and your mom would say "come on in DD," always with a big, bright smile. She was a very special lady!
Take care.
Beth Thayer
April 21, 2013
I love you Auntie Kay and you were always so wonderful to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you Patty, Janet, Barbara and Forrest. Larry and I will see you tomorrow.
Love, Beth Thayer
Michelle Maher
April 20, 2013
To my dear friend, Janet, and family,
Your mother was a beautiful woman and the perfect mom, a role model for others. I will never forget the many parties to which she welcomed me and the twins, on Christmas eve, St. Patrick's Day, the Fourth of July, and others. She was a great hostess -- always including the young kids -- warm and welcoming, with the best tasting hot coffee around. She will always be right next to you, giving you strength.
Karen Finn
April 19, 2013
Katie,
You were a bright candle light to me growing up. Taking care of my mom and us girls as we grew, your light kept burning throughout my life and your memories will continue to burn in my heart and mind. I can't stop thinking of your eyes and your smile.
Love you until we see each other again,
Karen
April 19, 2013
Thank you so much Aunt Kay for all your love, especially during my teen years when you became my beacon of light as I was trying to figure out my life. I will never forget our long talks about our family's histories, and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
To my special cousin Patty,Barb, Forry, and Janet, Our deepest condolences. Your Mom and Dad are reunited and will be watching over you the same as if they are here. Your family has a mountain of memories to last your the rest of your life. Meg and I love you all and regret that we can not be present, but all the MacDonald's will be on our minds and in our prayers. When we can make it up, we will all get together once again and share our memories.
Your Cousin,
A. Collin MacDonald, and Margaret MacDonald
Round Hill, VA
April 19, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss may your memories be comforting during this difficult time.
Karen Finn
April 19, 2013
Forry, Janet, Barbie, Patty and Katies sisters,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved mom and sister.
My heart breaks for you and the pain you are feeling now.
I pray that with time you will smile at the happy memories that you have of her.
She was the kindest most giving person ever and was my second mom.
I have great memories of my childhood because of the care and love she gave me.
My prayers, love and thoughts go out to you.
All my/our love,
Karen Finn(Regan) Finn and family.
Kim & John (Anderson) Hogan
April 19, 2013
Dearest Michele, Barbara, & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We love you.
April 18, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home
April 18, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
April 18, 2013
Forrest, so very sorry for the loss of your mom.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers !
April Freeland (Nashua NH)
April 18, 2013
Forrest,
I am so sorry for loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Mary Horgan, Reading,Ma.
Lauri DiVola
April 18, 2013
Forrest, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this very difficult time.
Diane
April 18, 2013
Barb, Janet, Patty and Forrest,
Your mother was a kind, loving woman who was a joy that I was lucky enough to meet.
Diane Gorton (Marblehead, MA)
Henry Green
April 18, 2013
Forrest, Your mother raised a wonderful co-worker. Please remember she's home in Heaven rejoicing with the Lord along with family and friends that went before her.
Dottie Tatoian
April 18, 2013
Dear Forrest,
You are in my thoughts & prayers. May you always have fond memories of your mother.
Fondly,
Dottie Tatoian
Teri Vigliotta
April 18, 2013
Forrest, Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Teri Vigliotta
Linda Boland
April 18, 2013
To My Dear Friend Forrest
I am so sorry for your loss my heart cries for you and your family. I will keep your family in my prayers.
With a heavy heart
Linda (Schiavo) Boland
Sally Burke
April 18, 2013
Forrest,so sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Eileen Matthew
April 18, 2013
Dear Forrest,
I am very very sorry for your loss. Your mom will be with you in your heart forever. Remember all of the happy memories that you have of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Eileen Matthew
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