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W. McDonald Obituary
Recently retired from 22 years of service to the City of Mullins as former City Councilman and Mayor, Mr. McDonald and his wife Ann Brown McDonald own and operate Webster Manor in Mullins. Mr. McDonald, eldest son of the late Walter and Pauline Rogers McDonald of Latta, was preceded in death by his first wife Ruby Lois McInnis McDonald, infant son Michael Neal McDonald and brother Bill McDonald. He was a faithful member of Mullins First Baptist Church and the Mens Bible Class.
Born May 17, 1936 in Latta, Mr. McDonald relocated to Mullins in 1955. After serving in the US Army, he worked as a department manager for the Thriftway Supermarket, a grocery store he later co-owned and operated as S&M Thriftway until 1986, when he and his beloved wife Ann purchased the now well known Webster Manor. Mr. McDonald was a former licensed real estate and insurance agent, past Rotary Club president and served on the Board of Directors of the Mullins Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. McDonald is survived by his wife and 5 children: Chuck (Donna) Brown, Eddie (Dianne) McDonald, Vanessa (Rodney) Cox, William (Pattie) Brown and Missy (Keith) White; 9 grandchildren: Nick McDonald, Courtney Cox, Maegan Cox, Josh Brown, Kent McDonald, Delaney Brown, Austin White, Noah Brown and Landon White; 1 great-grandchild: Jack McCann Cox; a Sister: Jimmie Faye Moody; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Mullins First Baptist Church on Friday, July 24 at 4:00 P.M. and officiated by the Rev. Jim Kirkland and Dr. Kenneth Orbeck. Burial will follow in Devotion Gardens Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends at Cox-Collins Funeral Home on Thursday, July 23 from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, Mr. McDonalds family has requested memorials be made to Mullins First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 443, Mullins, S.C. 29574 or Shepherd Care Hospice, P.O. 392, Nichols, S.C. 29581.
Because of their overflowing love and support to the family during this most difficult time, the McDonalds wish to offer a very special thank you to Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Orbeck; Mrs. Virginia Garris, RN; Ms. Debbie Ammons, CNA; Ms. Tina Brunson, CNA; and the entire staff of Shepherd Care Hospice.
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July 28, 2009
Mrs.ANN & FAMILY, I'M VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF MR. MCDONALDS PASSING I DID'NT KNOW HE WAS SICK.I HAD NOT TALKED TO HIM RECENTLY BUT I WILL ALWAYS HAVE MY FOND MEMORIES OF HIM AND YOU AND OUR DAYS AT S&M THRIFTWAY AND MY DAYS AT THE POLICE DEPT WHEN I NEEDED SOMEONE TO TALK TOO.IF THERE IS EVER ANYTHING THAT I CAN DO FOR YOU PLEASE LET ME KNOW.I LOVE YOU ALL,YOUR FRIEND FOREVER.JEFF PAGE (CATHY)& FAMILY ,SMITHBORO S.C.
Irma Raines
July 26, 2009
Mrs. McDonald & Missy,
I just heard Saturday that Mr. Ken had passed on to his great reward. We were there on Tuesday as a church group and didn't get to see you, but want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He and the family have been on our church prayer list for sometime.
What a sweet and friendly gentleman he was!! He only knew us as customers at Webster Manor but he (as you also do) always welcomed us as if we were the best of friends and we felt that way about you and the family at Webster Manor. We were only one of thousands who came to your restaurant, but we always felt like family and were so graciously welcomed.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you adjust to his absence at home, but know that he is in a much better place with his Lord and someday you will be able to see him again.
Much love,
Irma Raines
James & Carol Odom
July 24, 2009
Dear Ann & Family,
We never got the chance to know Ken in person, but we have heard many good things about him as your husband,a father, and grandfather. You have all been in our prayers over the last years, and will continue to be. We hope to see you soon. Love & God bless and keep you.
July 24, 2009
Mrs. Ann, William, and Missy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mr. Kenneth will be missed by all.
Budd Wallace and Wanda Sawyer
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Jay Coker
July 24, 2009
To McDonald family,
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this difficult time. May God bless all of you.
LYNN OWENS BESSETTI
July 24, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Margie Gaskins
July 23, 2009
Dear Ann,
Sadie called me today to tell me about Ken's death. Monroe and I are so very sorry. Our heart breaks for you during this sad time. I am so glad that we knew Ken. He was always so friendly and kind when we stopped in to surprise you and have lunch on our trips to the beach.
I am not sure that I will be able to attend the funeral as I have been having some health issues since February and still not up to 100%, but much better. If I can,I may be able to come with Sadie.However, if I do not get there, please know that we love you and pray for God to comfort you and the children during this very sad time. Love, Margie and Monroe Gaskins
July 23, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Kenneth will be missed by all.
Beadie Stephens and Peggie S Cashwell
BARBARA ANDERSON
July 23, 2009
Ann and family, you are in my prayers during this time. I always loved sharing a good joke with Mr. Kenneth.
Paula & Robert Brown
July 23, 2009
Our thoughts are with you all and we pray God will comfort each of you during this time of loss. Kenneth was a fine man and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know him.
July 23, 2009
josh, donna, chuck. sorry about your lost. our prayers,go out to you'll during this sad time,
zella williams mullins,s.c.
July 23, 2009
Ann and Family,
Both Bill and I offer our deepest sympathy for your loss. Kenneth was a special person that all will miss.
Muriel Crowley Harris
July 23, 2009
Mrs. McDonald and family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. We will always remember Mr. McDonald and his sweet, loving nature. When we would go to Webster Manor to eat, he always greeted us with a smile and a kind word. What a dear friend he is to us. We are so sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to call us. We love you and pray for God's comfort and strength during your time of loss.
Love you in Christ,
Dean and Cathy Ray
Mullins, SC
Wayne Thomas
July 23, 2009
The McDonald Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy Chestnut
July 23, 2009
Ann and Family,
Your bittersweet sorrow is shared by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and in days to come. May God bless you and be with you today and always.
Lee and Nancy Chestnut
Denise Rowe
July 23, 2009
Mrs. Ann, William, Missy and the entire McDonald family, Mullins has lost a truly remarkable servant. Mr. Kenneth loved Mullins and it's citizens. Although I live in Marion, I am frequently in Mullins and always look forward to going to Webster's Manor. I will miss his sweet face and loving smile everytime I enter the front door. He will be missed by many and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers
during this most difficult time. God has a special Angel and I'm sure he will be watching over his family and the wonderful people who had the opportunity to have known him. May he rest in Peace!
ROBERT M. HARRELSON
July 23, 2009
ANN AND FAMILY,
MR. MAYOR WILL BE MISSED BUT ALWAYS REMEMBERED. LOVE TO ALL.
July 23, 2009
Frances and I offer to all the family of Kenneth our deepest sympathy for your loss. The saying "our loss is God's gain" is certainly true with him.
God bless all of you.
Jimmy and Frances Fore, Darlington
CAROLYN, CINDY, MICKEY, STACI BILLY HOYLEN INS AG
July 23, 2009
MAY GOD COMFORT YOU DURING YOUR TIME OF NEED
DORIS HENDERSON
July 23, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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