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Brian M. McDonald Holt Age 24. Born May 30, 1986 in Lansing, Michigan the son of Jeffrey and Colleen McDonald, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 12, 2011, surrounded by his family following a lifelong courageous battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Brian was a 2004 Holt High School graduate where he played both baseball and soccer. He attended LCC where he graduated with an Associate's Degree. He enjoyed being a D.J. at Edru Skate-A-Rama and was an avid Boston Red Sox fan. Brian was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Holt. He is survived by his loving parents; sister, Melissa (Chris) Winkel; special friend, Julie Davis; niece, Carcyn Winkel; many aunts, uncles, cousins, other extended family members; and, of course, his dog Fritz. He was preceded in death by grandparents Jack and Connie Murphy, Helen Perry, Velma McDonald, Henrietta Gillette and uncle Dennis Roath. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at Messiah Lutheran Church with the Rev. Stephen Grafe officiating. The family will receive family and friends on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel. Family will also receive family and friends one hour prior to service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or American Diabetes Association in memory of Brian McDonald.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Jan. 14, 2011.

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PAMs did Jim Roberts

January 8, 2020

What a wonderful young man. I cant even imagine your pain in your loss. Please know we will pray for you on this anniversary. I read a poem lately that said something like; as you grieve, remember that had he not lived, you would never have had all the awesome memories that his life here on earth with you created Much love to you And your family and friends. Pam and Jim Roberts.

Tiffany Clark

January 17, 2011

Your family is in my thoughts & prayers. I went to school with Brian & although I didn't know him very well, he seemed like a great guy! My older brother has Cystic Fibrosis & I hope they find a cure for this awful disease soon, so nobody else has to go through what Brian & so many others go through. Rest in peace, Brian.

Preston Havens

January 15, 2011

I am very sad to hear Brian has passed. I have many fond childhood memories of playing floor hockey and basketball with Brian. He was always fun to be around, nothing ever bothered him, and he knew how to brighten everyone's day. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You'll be missed B McD.

Mike and Virginia Reynolds

January 15, 2011

Jeff, Colleen and family,

Take comfort in knowing that you have a special guardian angel watching over you.
Prayers and thoughts are being sent your way.

Doug Wyman

January 15, 2011

Very sorry for your loss, Brian was a great kid.

Kyle Dane

January 15, 2011

Just heard about Brian last night from a friend. It's really sad to hear about someone that went to high school with you, just died a few days ago. His family and friends are in my prayers. May he rest in peace.

Caroline & Denny Walsh

January 14, 2011

Dear Jeff & Colleen -We are very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.

Gayle Hayward

January 14, 2011

It is so sad to hear of Brians departure from this world I attended high school with him and can honestly say he was one of the nicest guys ive met. What proud parents you must be to have such an amazing son. My thoughts and prayers go out to you may the lord lead you through this time of sorrow.

Sharon Schotthoefer RN

January 14, 2011

Dear Jeff and Colleen, I am very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed taking care of Brian as he never complained; always had a smile and was the bravest person that I know. I'm sure that you are very proud of him. He fought the good fight and now he needs some rest. My prayers are with your family at this time. Sharon (Brian's nurse)

Tom and Sherri Large

January 14, 2011

Jeff, Colleen, Melissa, Chris and Carcyn, We are so sorry for your loss please know that we are here for you and if we can do anything at all please know we will. What a fighter he was through all this and now he can be at peace with his Lord and Savior. No more fighting and no more pain. Hold tight to your memories we love you guys. God Bless all of you.

Lou Ann McGonagle

January 14, 2011

Jeff and Colleen, So sorry to hear of Brian's departure to be with his Lord and Savior. I'm praying that God will comfort you at this time.

The Crippens

January 14, 2011

Brian McDonald,a proud young man, full of life. He was loving, caring, giving, funny, a great athlete, just a great guy! He did great things in his life. He will be missed by all who ever know him. May God give his family the same strength to go on that Brian gave in his fight againt CF.

January 14, 2011

Jeff and Colleen, My hart is full of emotions right now for the whole family. He was such a grate person. and will be missed. More people should take joy from just knowing him. You guy's and the lord made him the grate person he became. Like you said. " C.F. might have won this fight, but not the war." may God bless the day's to follow. in my prayers. Bradley and Tina Hiebert

Shannon Moubray

January 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

sharon williams

January 14, 2011

jeff and colleen,
so very sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts for you and the family . i will always remember brian as a little guy playing baseball. he was so good. may the strengh that god gives you in this most difficult time help you through it. love and god's blessings, sharon williams(cher esper's mom )

Andrew Hanson

January 14, 2011

I'm sorry to hear about brians passing. I can still remember all the fun and amazing times that we had playing soccer together in high school and just when we would hang out with friends... You will be in my prayers.

Shannon Moubray

January 14, 2011

Melissa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is my thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Cory

January 14, 2011

I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss and I can't even imagine what you are all going through. Just know that you are in everyone's thoughts and prayers that we are all here for you for anything you may need. Brian was an amazing guy and will be greatly missed.

Scott and Penny Wright

January 14, 2011

Aunt Jackie, Uncle Terry, Jamie, Sarah and family...... We are so sorry about your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

January 14, 2011

Jeff & Colleen,
So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. May his memories warm your heart when you think of him. Our prayers go out to you, and family though this difficult time.

Scott Becker

Trisha (Esper)and Mark Keck

January 14, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jim and Pam Roberts

January 14, 2011

We can't even imagine the sorrow and pain in losing a child. Our prayers are being lifted up for you, and may the love and faithfulness of our Lord bring you the Peace that passes all understanding. God Bless

Chuck and Penny Gardner

January 14, 2011

Jeff and Colleen,

We are so sorry for your loss. May wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Kim Winkel

January 14, 2011

Jeff, Colleen and Melissa,

I am so sorry. I take comfort in the fact that Brian did not let his disease stop him from living his life to the fullest. I enojoyed watching him play soccer and how excited he would get watching Chris play hockey. He always had a smile on his face and he was truly a nice young man.
May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Denise Davis Quick

January 14, 2011

McDonald family,

When I heard of Brian's passing, I was heartsick. We not only considered Brian a friend, but part of our family. We will all miss him. As a parent, I can't imagine the depth of your sorrow. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda & Jim Dolton

January 14, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss, we will keep you and your family in our prayers.

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