LouElla M. McDonald

LouElla M. McDonald

LouElla McDonald Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 23 to Mar. 29, 2008.
LOUELLA M. MCDONALD, 79 LOVES PARK - LouElla M. McDonald, 79, of Loves Park passed away Friday, March 21, 2008, in OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. Born June 7, 1928, in Rockford, the daughter of David and Myrtle (Carlson) Hoffman. Graduated from East High School in 1945. Married Donald McDonald on June 15, 1946, in Rockford. Retired from Interstate Periodicals in 1988 after 28 years. Survivors include her husband, Donald; sons, Glen McDonald of Rockford and Marty (Tammy) McDonald of Loves Park; daughter-in-law, Janie McDonald of Rockford; grandchildren, Todd McDonald, Stacey (Dean) Smetana, Jennifer (Jeremy) Sturges, Michele (Dan) St. Clair, Chad (Amy), Hayley, Carrie and Kyle McDonald; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Dave (Sue) Hoffman; sister, Mary (Bob) MacDonald; and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son, Michael in 1995; sister, Dorothy Peterson; and daughter-in-law, Pat McDonald. Services will be private. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial to be established. Visit delehanty fh.com.

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Steve/Sue McIntosh

March 28, 2008

Don and Family,
So sorry to hear about Lou. She always had a smile for you whenever you saw her. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Blain Diehl

March 26, 2008

Don,
Very sorry to hear of Lou's passing if there is anything you need please dont hesitate to call us we are hear for you from everyone at Pat's Hair

Diane Arand

March 26, 2008

Don,Glenn & Marty, You know how wonderful Lou was and how she was awesome at taking care of everyone, so now you guys know how to handle it. (RIGHT) She was an awesome person, kind and generous to a fault. We will all miss her and your family will stay in my prayers to help you along this bumpy road. Keep her loving memories with you always. Love You Norman & Diane Arand

Veronica Nygren

March 26, 2008

Don and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Lou was a special person.
Veronica, Gordy, Mallory and Amber Nygren

tom,jeannie garofolo

March 24, 2008

sorry to hear of the loss of lou. she lived a good life with her great family. you will be missed. lost our dice partner.love ya tom(toby),jeannie g

Penny Thompson

March 24, 2008

I have so many wonderful years of memories with Aunt Lou. She has been a very special person to all of the Wisconsin family. We share in your loss.

Kate & Paul McGinnis

March 24, 2008

Don and everyone,
We are so sorry to hear about Lou's passing. She was a wonderful person and has always been very special to us. We are sure she has a special place in heaven.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Peace and love,

Paula Adair

March 23, 2008

I have fond memories of Lou from my childhood. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. You all have another angel in heaven, she is with Uncle Mike and she is happy. Love you all of you. Love Paula (PJ)

Douglas Halberstadt

March 23, 2008

Don and family,
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of Lou. She was a wonderful lady. I enjoyed working with her and Don at Interstate many years ago when I was in high school. She was always so kind to me. I will always remember her fondly. I hope her loving memories will comfort you in this time of sorrow.

Sincerely,
Douglas K. Halberstadt

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March 28, 2008

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March 26, 2008

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