Donald Ivan McGee

McGee

Donald Ivan McGee June 1, 1934 – April 1, 2023

Donald was born in Ottumwa, Iowa. He attended both Grinnell College and the University of Iowa before receiving his MEd at the University of Illinois. He moved to Washington, DC., where he met his husband, Joseph Rosenstein, who passed away November 11, 2019.

In Washington, Donald received his doctorate and became involved with children with disabilities. He was a Superintendent for the Fairfax County School District, in the school that was for the deaf and hard of hearing, spearheading efforts in special education.

Donald was active with A.G. Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, serving on their Board of Directors and on various committees.

At both AG Bell and Gallaudet College, he encouraged students to achieve higher levels of education, always advocating for total communication.

After retiring, Donald continued his work with the deaf as an interpreter with National Park Services and the Office of the Speaker of the House. He was a gardener and loved Classical music and playing the piano.

Donald died peacefully in his sleep early in the morning on April 1, 2023.

He is survived by his nieces and nephews in the Midwest and West Coast, and his sisters-in-law, Leah Ryan of East Rockaway, NY and Judy Bray of New York City and numerous friends.

Donald requested that there be no funeral and memorial services. Donations can be made to the "Dr. Joseph Rosenstein & Dr. Donald McGee Scholarship Fund", made out to AG Bell, 3417 Volta Place, NW, Washington DC 20007 or online to www.agbell.org.

He was loved and will be missed for his kindness, and gentle personality.