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Ronald McDonald Obituary
Ronald Robert McDonald, 60, of Allentown, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2008. Born in Allentown, he was the son of Dorothy (Tomaschik) McDonald and the late Robert McDonald. He served in the Army during the Vietnam War, with the 1st Air Calvary Division- Airmobile. Ronald was honored four times while in the Army. He earned an Army Commendation Medal, a Purple Heart, The Air Medal- more than 25 missions and a Bronze Star with V Device. He was discharged Oct. 1, 1973 after serving for four years, including the Reserves. Ronald attended the University of Vermont earning a degree in accounting. He worked doing accounts receivables management and customer service. Ronald had a patent for an automatic valve closer. Survivors: He will be sadly missed by his entire family. Mother, Dorothy McDonald of Allentown; daughters, Katrin Neitz of Center Valley, Janelle McDonald of Baltimore, Md.; brother, Kerry McDonald and his wife, Jeanne, of Emmaus; sister, Connie Polaha and her husband, Thomas, of Salisbury; six nieces, nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Nancy Spurgin. Services: A viewing will be held from 9:15-10:15 a.m. on Friday with a Panachida at 10:15 a.m. in Kohut Funeral Home Inc., 950 N. Front St., Allentown, 18102. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday in Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary Orthodox Greek Catholic Church, Sixth and Tilghman streets, Allentown, 18102. Burial to follow in Laurel Cemetery, Whitehall. Online condolences may be made at: www.kohutfuneralhome.com. Contributions: May be made in his name to Veterans Affairs or to the church, care of Kohut Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Buddy Unger
September 11, 2008
To Dot, Connie and Kerry,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. But always remember that they are never gone as long as you remember those times spent in each others company. Yourselves and Ron are in my prayers.
Chris Joseph
September 10, 2008
Kerry, Connie & Dot: Sorry for your loss of Ronnie. Our thoughs are with you in your time of sorrow... Chris, Amy, Hayley & Lindsey Joseph
David Sefcik
September 9, 2008
To the entire McDonald family,
I am so sorry to learn of Ron's passing. I remember meeting you all when Nancy passed, and it saddens me to see mom lose another of her children. No one should have to go through that. Thinking of all the fond memories you have of Ron will hopefully help ease you through this tough time. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers for better days ahead.
With deepest sympathy,
David Sefcik
Charli Grube
September 9, 2008
Connie & Kerry,
Our thought & prayers are with you and your families.
Adele McDonald &
Charli (McDonald) Grube
Tom Brunner
September 9, 2008
Uncle Ron,I have many fond memories of you.How about the time when I was a baby and you put those big sun glasses on me and took my picture.I also have the picture when you were teaching Brandy and me how to be friends.My best birthday party was the surprise party at your house and all of my friends and I went swimming.That was the 1st time I ever ate ice cream cake.We had so much fun at the beach house with uncle Jose!I remember playing basket ball at Bridge View,horse shoes at Keck Park.I also remember us playing raquetball and you diving on the concrete!ps:I let you win.The times Tommy and I were at your house having a couple of beers watching football.I am sure you and my mom are having a good time right now.Take care of your little sister for me.I will see you again. Your Nephew,Tom
bonnie Freyman
September 9, 2008
To the McDonald Family, ( Dot, Kerry, and Connie).
Many years have gone past, seems like yesterday that we were playing as kids on Elliger Street, and Ronnie, Terry were picking on us . My family comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Bonnie Webster Freyman
Julianne and Joe Riedy
September 9, 2008
God saw that he was getting tired
And a cure was not meant to be.
So He put His arms around him
And whispered, come with Me.
With tearful eyes you watched him suffer
And saw him fade away.
Although you loved him dearly,
You could not make him stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest.
God broke your hearts to prove to you
He only takes the best.
May you be comforted in your time of sorrow.
Dana Blomquist
September 9, 2008
I'll miss ya, buddy.
Shirley Perhalla
September 9, 2008
Sincere condolences from staff at the Wilkes-Barre office of BFTP -- Gerald Ephault, Ken Okrepkie, and Shirley Perhalla
Linda Stark
September 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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