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Paula McDonald Obituary
Funeral services will be 11 AM Friday, November 8, at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Peachland with Reverend Arnold Jackson and Reverend Preston Burris, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, November 7, from 7-8:30 PM at Morgan and Son Funeral Home.
Survivors include her parents, Danny and Barbara Hill McDonald of Peachland; sister, Mrs. Sharon M. Grooms and husband, Jody, of Concord; nephew, Nolan; fiance, Mr. Roger A. Peters, II of Bristol, RI; maternal great grandmother, Mrs. Thelma Horne; maternal grandparents, Brackie and Elsie H. Hill, all of Surfside Beach, SC; paternal grandparents, Barnie M. and Jean L. McDonald of Rockingham; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorials may be made to Central Cabarrus High School Athletic Fund, 505 Hwy. 49 S., Concord, NC 28025 or to the charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paula McDonald
Jack and Susan McDonald
November 16, 2002
It's been a long time since I've seen my cousin, Danny, but trust that Susan and I have the entire family in our prayers. We are both educators and as we read all of these wonderful entries we see what a powerful and positive influence Paula was on her students. It is obvious that she was loved by her students and co-educators and will be sorely missed. We are thinking of all of you in your loss.
Donelle Kirk
November 12, 2002
Danny, Barbra and Sharon
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Paula from growing up together, high school, high school band, and hanging out with each other on the weekends. Paula will be dearly missed but never forgotten.
God Bless You and Your Family
Sincerely
Bret, Donelle, Devin, and Brantson Gieselman
Alice Bennett Rup
November 12, 2002
To the McDonald Family:
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that she was special to all of her friends.
Morgan & Son Funeral Home
November 12, 2002
The family of Paula has established a scholarship in her name. Please send donations to the following:
Paula Danielle McDonald Scholarship Fund. P.O. Bx 239 Peachland, N.C. 28133
Thank You
Brad Teeter
November 11, 2002
I too was in the NC State marching band with Paula. She gave me my nickname, 'Tweety'. I never did seem to shake that nickname even today. She was a great friend who always brought a smile to those around her. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew her. My deepest sympathies to Paula's family and loved ones.
Michael Wilmshurst
November 11, 2002
We pray for peace of mind for the surviving family. God spirit of love is the Great Comforter. As you release Paula into God's gentle care, and you are lifted to a greater experience of peace.
Sheri Graham
November 11, 2002
I will miss "Princess" Paula and pray for her family during this difficult time. Princess and I were fellow sax players in the NCSU marching band. She is a part of the greatest memories I made in college, and a dear friend. I am deeply saddened.
"Rae Rae" Sheri Bizzell Graham
bryan thomas
November 10, 2002
To the McDonald Family: you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time of your life, but she is in a better place now. I have tons of high school memories that come to mind when I think of Paula, she was a great person to be around.
Andrew Crook
November 9, 2002
To the McDonald family:
I am tremendously sorry for your loss. I am a teacher at Central Cabarrus High and taught down the hall from Paula. I only knew her a short time, but I feel privileged for the brief moments we shared. Paula possessed a personality that could light up a room and a smile that could brighten any dark day. She was loved by students and faculty and will be irreplaceable. Knowing she's with God watching over us brings me comfort and hope for a new day. It is her undying spirit that will carry you through this difficult time. God Bless.
ashley m. smith
November 9, 2002
I never really knew Mrs. Mcdonald but every time we saw each other in the hall or in the bathroom, we always shared a few kind words. Even when i was about to get in trouble, she would always give me that "look." She will *always be remembered and *always in our hearts. And always remember.. there's no such thing as "good-bye" but "see you later" To the Mcdonald family, you'll always be in my prayers.
Beth Smyre
November 9, 2002
To the McDonald family: I was in the NCSU marching band with Paula, and I remember her as a strong person with an incredible spirit. My condolences to your family for your loss, and my prayers will be with you in these difficult times.
Tasha McAnulty
November 8, 2002
To the Mcdonald Family,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. Ms. Mcdonald was a wonderful person. She was a loving and caring person. She was the best math teacher I have ever had. She taught me the language of math, which no other teacher has been able to do. She helped me bring up my math grade. She would help anyone in any shape or form if she could. She was a wonderful person. I miss her greatly. She was very seldom in a bad mood. She would joke around with the class all the time.We would always end up getting into a conversation and we would have to get back on track. I could walk into her classroom and get a joyful feeling, and there were joyful sounds. Now , I walk in and it is silent and the air seems to be so much thicker. I miss her so much. Her classroom isn't the same without her. It will always be Ms. Mcdonalds classroom . They still have her personal belongings everywhere in the room, and it kills me just to think that she's not going to get to pack her things up at the end of the year.I really wanted to let the family know what she did for me and what she meant to me. Ms. Mcdonald will always be in my heart and the family is in my prayers.
Sincerly,
Tasha
McAnulty
Susan Jellen
November 8, 2002
To the McDonald Family: We are the "Host Family" of a foreign exchange student from Japan, who is studying @ CCHS for her Sophmore year. Her name is Keiko. Ms. McDonald took Keiko under her wing and was so kind to her. The impact Ms. McDonald had on Keiko's life in the short time Keiko knew her is huge. The way your daughter touched Keiko's life has left such an impression of "pure humility". The joy she brought to her and ALL her students will be everlasting, as we know they will never forget your beautiful daughter.
May the love of your family & friends help guide you through your difficult time. May God's love comfort you and grant you peace.
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Jellen
Brian Duffy
November 8, 2002
The last memory i have of Ms. McDonald, is when i was going to lunch and some of my friends gave me an invitation to a party. Ms. McDonald gave me the look she always did for me the two years i knew her, and asked if it was for a date, i of course looked surprised as i always did and we laughed together, that happened monday afternoon. I didn't see her again, i never said good-bye, good-bye Ms. McDonald, i will never forget you if i wanted to.
your student,
duffy
Justin Kimbrell
November 8, 2002
Hi my name is Justin Kimbrell 9th grader and she was one of my teachers and she was my faviorte she was the one that you could relie on if you needed help and she was always there for you and she was good at what at what she did and taught you what you needed to know and she will be missed and the visitation was awsome i know she would be happy to see all of the people that loved her and will feel the pain also like i did i took it hard at first and then i thought about it and said to myself that i know she is in a better place and we will be there one day also you the family are in my prayers.
Love always
Justin Kimbrell
Tierra Blakely
November 8, 2002
Dear McDonald Family,
Your daughter was a special person on my life. Even though I really didn't have a close relationship with her I love her to death. I hope in the future, you can realize god needed a special coach in heaven so he chose Mrs McDonald.
I hope you have time to E-mail me back
Love
Tierra
Keep Mrs McDonald's Fourth Period in mind. WE LOVE YOU GUYS AND HER LET HER REST IN PEACE
Andrew Ice
November 8, 2002
To whom it may concern,
I was a nice student in Ms. McDonalds class, though i wasnt perfect she still loved us all. I didnt know her as well as others but from what i did know she was the nicest teacher there was. No matter how annoying all the kids were she still kept cool. And did her best to try to teach us what would fit in our time frame, yet at the same time make it fun. Most teachers boring. The day i heard my eyes had tears burning my face. The love for her was so strong. Also i am a challenged student so at times she tutored me extra, maybe at lunch. Work i didnt turn in was still graded to at least a fifty. She would never want one of us to fail, but would want us to pass her EOC. Problems are hard for me to cope with because ive had lots. Im in a grouphome because of horrible problems happening to me. But i know the day she died she had fun. I only say ,"angels dont die", so then i ask: ,"If angels dont die why is Ms. McDonald dead?", thats what she was to me. Put here to help others through hard times. She loved her job and everyone she knew. If only some of the things she did with us we could share. But time is flying and im actually having heartbreak problems so i will go. Just remember she is dead physically but mentally and through love she is always here. Keep her in your heart and soul and remember the Nice Times you had together.
Sincerely,
Andrew Ice
samantha mcnair
November 8, 2002
to the family and friends of Ms. Paula McDonald:
Ms.McDonald was an extroadinary person... she was everything anyone could ever ask for. She was a great friend, a good coach and my favorite teacher.She had a way of explaining things so people could understand.Myself as well as many others looked up to her! she was a great person overall. Its so hard for me as one of her students to come into her classroom and she not be there...knowing that she will never be there again. i just cant imagine how u must be feeling, i have my other friends praying for herand her family...even those who dont know her. Although its such a tragedy we should remember the good stuff, like her smile, the day before her death, she was smiling and laughing as if nothing in the whole world could ever be wrong. She had this "glow" around her, this shine that said "i love life , and everyone that it involves".She was so happy and i know she still is sitting up there in heaven looking down at us from above...I send all my thoughts, love and prayer to the family and friends, as Ms.McDonald shines down on us from above.
Kevin Smith
November 8, 2002
I am a student at central cabarrus high school and my name is Kevin Smith. Miss McDonald was perhaps the greatest math teacher in the world! Mine and some of my other classmates lives were changed do to the death of our teacher. She always had a smile on her face and a possitive tought in her mind. She taught us many more things than just math, such as words of wisdom and guidence in life. I will always remember Miss McDonald as a kind, loving and an all around great person. I love you and i will miss you.
Megan Davis
November 8, 2002
Mrs. Mcdonald was a wonderful teacher to all of her students we loved her and will continue to do so.She was not only a teacher to me she was my friend. She will missed very much and will remain in my heart forever.She will be remembered as the best teacher anyone could ever had.
Love Always,
Megan Davis
Joe Borrelli
November 8, 2002
Dear Barbara and Danny,
My family and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of your daughter. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during these troubled times.
lisa davis
November 8, 2002
May God's Grace be with you.
Peter Arthur
November 8, 2002
Lynn and I will keep you and your family in our prayers Danny. Our hearts go out to you and Barbara on your tragic loss.
Steve Dickerson
November 8, 2002
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Linda Dickerson
TK Sheppard
November 8, 2002
Ms. McDonald was a great teacher, a great coach, and a great friend to many of the students here. I for one will miss her very much. I will never forget Ms. McDonald.
Kristopher Biggers
November 8, 2002
Ms. McDonald had one of the best smiles around school. She was a great teacher and a great friend. Pictures will fade but, memories will last a lifetime. God Bless
Bill Stavrakas
November 8, 2002
Thank you for being a great teacher. You wont be forgotten
Chris Kluttz
November 8, 2002
A beautiful person, always made me smile, an inspirational person, just fun to be around, your smile was like a flower, your walk a graceful walk, I keep telling myself, your weren't taken, God has his plan, and you just simply finished your plan, ther's no way you'll be forgotten, you live on, in our hearts, our thoughts, our dreams and visions, you're in a better place now, I know you're in heaven, i bet you have wings, I wish you were here, I'll try not to shed anymore tears, I thought you were an angle while you were here, now i know you are an angle, my angle and everyone elese here, I'm glad I knew you for the time I did, I'll thank God for his blessings, and the good life you lived, I won't say goodbye, That seems forever, But i'll tell you I love you, and I can't wait till we'll be together, ONCE THE ANGLE WITHOUT YOUR WINGS, NOW YOU'RE THE ANGLE WHO GREW HER WINGS!!!
Written by: Shoniqua Moore 11TH grade. FROM: Your Loving 4th period.
Joyce Butler
November 8, 2002
"Memories are windows that hold the past in view - Through them, we can see again each joy we ever knew."I extend my heartfelt sympathy to Paula's family.
Carl and Judy Vangsness
November 8, 2002
Dear Barbara and Danny, Judy and I were just devastated when we heard the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. We are so sorry.
Nathan Mc Cormick
November 8, 2002
My sincere condolences.
Afton Honeycutt
November 7, 2002
Although I wasn't in any of Ms. Mcdonald's classes this year, she was my homeroom teacher last year, and I found in her a beautiful and sweet lady, inside and out. I will keep her family in my prayers, and I'm very sorry that you have to suffer through this, but God always knows what he's doing whether we understand or not. :-)
Amanda Ormandy
November 7, 2002
To the McDonald Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you...Paula was a beautiful person inside and out...You guys are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Doug & Nancy Nagle
November 7, 2002
Dear Barbara & Danny,
We are greatly saddened by your loss. We know how proud you are of your children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brittany Bottoms
November 7, 2002
To the McDonald Family- your daughter was cheerful and kind-hearted person.She was a great math teacher and i will always love her. you are in my prayers.
love,Brittany
Juanita Williams
November 7, 2002
Barbara and Danny I'm so sorry for your lost, may God hold you close and ease your pain with his love. Some day you will all be united never to be parted again.
Jeff & Sara Nichols
November 7, 2002
So sorry for your loss.
Ariel Eade
November 7, 2002
Being in 1st period yesterday really made a lot of us see how special you were. Seeing all the big boys who you once joked around with and *locked in the closet* crying. I feel there is nothing I can do anymore. You have helped me so much this year, and now its never going to be the same. Looking at your desk that morning, not seeing you there, it broke my heart so much. All your writing is still on the board from your ANNOYING 4th period, you always use to joke about that. There was so many jokes in the class, so many good times, and a lot of laughs. Those will never be forgotten. I don't only feel like I lost a teacher, but I also lost a friend and someone who was always there to help me, even if it was only math. You will be remembered forever Ms. McDonald and you will always be in my heart.
To the McDonald family..She was greatly loved, and you are also! We'll pray for you.
Jamie Sincerbeaux
November 7, 2002
Roger Peters and the McDonald Family--I extend my sincerest sympathy at this time to you all. It is not easy to lose a loved one, not to mention in the prime of her life and so tragically. She will always be forever in your hearts of the ones that she has touched over the years. It is the memories built each day that last an eternity. May God bless you and help you to find peace and comfort in her memory. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Beth Gaddy
November 7, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family especially Danny and Barbara. To Sharon, Jody and Nolan go our prayers and love.
Mary Beth and Ray Gaddy and
Mark Lisenby
Misty Church-Yelton
November 7, 2002
I am very sorry to hear of Paula's death. There are no words that can replace her smile or her friendship. She was a wonderful person and I was priviledged to get to know her during our freshman year at NCSU. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Ryan England
November 7, 2002
I am a student from Central Cabarrus High School. My life has been changed due to passing of Ms. McDonald on November 5th, 2002. Ms. McDonald was a great person. She was easy to get along with and easily the best math teacher I've had in my entire grade school career. She was loveable and had nothing short of a positive attitude. Ms. McDonald will always be remembered at Central Cabarrus High School, have a place in my heart, thoughts, and prayers. Her family shall also be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you Ms. McDonald. Your student, Ryan.
Joni Feidler
November 7, 2002
I am SO sorry for your loss. This MUST be hard and there's no words to make it any easier. But at least now, she's in a place where she'll never have pain or sorrow...only joy. There is a little peace in that! Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tessie Warden
November 7, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with the McDonald family. Paula is with the Lord now and in a much better place. May God Bless you all. Tessie and Samantha Warden
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