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1942
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2025
Ray McDonald Obituary
January 13, 1942 - May 17, 2025
Ray McDonald, son of Alex & Tana McDonald, passed away peacefully at home after an extended illness. He is survived by his loving wife, Lola Lyle, stepson, Cory Kinman, granddaughter MaKenzie Kinman and great granddaughter Audrey Clark. At his request, no services will be held.
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Kathy Ghenie
June 28, 2025
Lola,
I´m so sorry for your loss.
Kathy Ghenie
Linda
June 21, 2025
Uncle Ray was good to me and my siblings when we spent summers in Butte with him, our Aunt Colleen and their 6 kids.
Jim Graham
June 16, 2025
Sorry for your loss Jim and Ev Graham
Carol Reed Nielsen
June 12, 2025
Deepest sympathy Lola.
Brenda Harmon Schutz
June 12, 2025
Lola, I´m so sorry for your loss.
Alana Lencioni LaRock
June 12, 2025
Lola. I´m so sorry you have to endure this loss. It is not easy. Keep all those wonderful memories close to your heart. Prayers are with you
Joan Moyle
June 11, 2025
Lola, I am so sorry for your loss.
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