Antonia McDonald

Antonia McDonald obituary, Santa Fe, NM

Antonia McDonald

Antonia McDonald Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Riverside Funeral Home - Albuquerque on Jan. 9, 2023.

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Obituary of Antonia McDonald
Antonia (Toni) McDonald, age 83, was called to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 22nd, 2022.
Toni was born on August 23rd, 1939, she graduated from Belen High School class of 1959 and was named female athlete of the year. Toni spent her best years playing basketball, enjoying bingo with her friends, gambling at the casino and spending time with her beloved grandchildren and family. Toni is remembered for her witty sense of humor and her warm kind spirit.
Toni is preceded in death by her son Richard McDonald; parents Espiridion and Casimira Gallegos; sisters Catherine Gallegos-Ortega and Ruth Cordova; and brother Bobby Gallegos. She is survived by her son Patrick McDonald and his wife Melissa. Sister; Irene Wynia brother; Fred Gallegos; and her two grandchildren Eliana and Nikolas McDonald.
Per Toni's wishes no services will be held.
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