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Matthew Donald Obituary
He was born on April 1, 1953 to the late David and Pamela (Runkle) Donald.
Matt graduated from Taconic High School and Berkshire Community College. He was a self-employed general contractor for over 40 years. He learned the trade from his mentor and best friend the late Tom Renton, Sr. He had a great love for muscle cars and you could find him most days at his shed working on a project car with one of his many friends or on his tractor mowing the fields.
Survivors include his wife Laurie (White) Donald whom he married in 1981. His daughter and son in law Jamie & Tim Latini. His brother David Donald (Jody) and their children Skip (Stephanie) Donald, Becca (David) Brien, Nathan (Shay) Donald and Jed Donald along with their children. His best 4-legged buddy, Marty who he loving called his parrot. He also leaves behind his wife's family and her many nieces and nephews.
There will be a celebration of his life at a later date when we are able to celebrate properly and safely this wonderful man's life. Burial will be private.
Per Matt's wishes his last words to everyone are "See you Later"
In lieu of flowers we ask that those wishing to make a donation please do so to either HospiceCare in the Berkshires or The Richmond Volunteer Fire Department in care of DERY FUNERAL HOME, 54 Bradford St., Pittsfield, MA 01201.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Liselle LaFrance
December 14, 2020
Laurie,
I was so sorry to hear 9f your devastating loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
liselle
Jim Filkins
December 1, 2020
One of the truly kind and wonderful people on this earth. A loss for us all.
Cecelia Frisa Villanova
November 29, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Doug and Sharon
November 27, 2020
Heaven gained another angel.
Janice Fredenburg
November 27, 2020
Laurie. So sorry to learn of Matt's passing.
Lynn Candilore
November 25, 2020
Dave and Family,
I was sad to see Matt's passing. He was one of the good guys! You are in my prayers.
God Bless,
Lynn
Rick
November 25, 2020
Matt was one of a kind. I can't say enough about how he touch my life. I have one great memory that I can share with you. My daughter was 4 years old at the time. Which was many years ago. As we're sitting there having dinner,Matt was sitting not to far along the way, it was around Christmas time and my wife and daughter just finished Christmas shopping as we're about to join in the festivities. My daughter looked across the way I noticed someone special, and it happened to be Matt, my daughter gasps. As she grabbed my sleeve and as her Eyes grew wide said to me is that Kris Kringle, so as I escaped her presents and mention to Matt her excitement he came over and said Ho ho ho Taylor as my daughter's eyes opened wide with Shear Delight
Matt as he always did have that beautiful grin those rosy red cheeks and that twinkle in his eye. Said Merry Christmas Taylor!!! Matt will always be in my heart he was one of the great ones.
Rich Rainforth
November 24, 2020
Laurie, Jamie, Dave, Jody and family, I am so sorry to learn of Matt’s passing. From our many youthful adventures together to enjoying first hand his craftsmanship later in life, one thought endures - Matt is one of the finest individuals I have had the pleasure to know. My condolences to you all.
Joan
November 24, 2020
Laurie and Jamie
So sorry to hear of Matt's passing. I know so well how he loved you both and life it's self. The infectious smile and laugh, his positive attitude when on the job and his love of his cars, a great great man.
Hold on to those great memories. Thoughts and prayers with you both. Joan
Mark Delsoldato
November 24, 2020
Laurie, my condolences to you and your family, many good times with Matt back in the old days.
John Brower
November 24, 2020
Dear Laurie and Jaime,
Debbie and I are sorry to hear of Matt's passing. We have fond memories of him from our time in Richmond when we lived in your ranch house and, of course when he built the addition on our house. Always a smile and his big, roaring laugh!! In addition to being a master builder, a kinder or more generous person you will not meet.
It was our pleasure to know him and the world will be less for his loss. You are all in our prayers and we will remember him always.
See you Later, Matt.
Joel and Julia Whitcomb
November 24, 2020
Our Condolences to the whole Donald family for your loss of Matty....words can not express what Matt brought to this world...his kindness,sweetness,the twinkle in his eyes and that smile...he will be truly missed by all his friends and family.
Nancy Colvin
November 24, 2020
Laurie, David and Family
My sincere condolences on the passing of Matt. He was a great man, always with a smile. Matt is walking in the sunlight with the spirit. Rest in peace Matt, rest in peace.
Cyndi Hand
November 24, 2020
Laurie and family
I am so sorry for your loss . Matt was a wonderful man. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Kathleen Malumphy
November 24, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of Matt's passing. I've known him most of my life and know how much he loved his life and family. Sending so much love and hugs to his beautiful family.
Jim DiPalazzo
November 24, 2020
Laurie Jamie and the Donald family, So sorry to here about Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief.
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