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Audrey had a tireless work ethic and talent in so many fields. She graduated from Charles H. McCann Technical High School, receiving a diploma in welding. Attended Westfield State University and MCLA, earning a BA in philosophy- total law, ethics, and society. As well as a B.S in business management. Audrey put her skills and heart into her work while employed at BART Charter School as a health and wellness/ fitness teacher. Audrey took so much pride in the students at BART, and in return the students, faculty and staff gave her the strength of her new career.
Survivors include her parents, Jennifer Marie McDonald of Adams, MA, her father, Corey Lee Shays and step mother Mai-ly Shays of Shaftsbury, VT, a sister, Ava Dixon of Adams, MA, brother, Tristen Shays of Shaftsbury, VT and her fiancé Corey M. Girard of North Adams, MA. Also survived by her beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, grandparents and friends.
Audrey had a deep love for animals of all kind, adopting so many as well. As a young girl she loved horses with years of lessons riding. From capturing sunsets and sunrises with her loved Corey, whom she referred to as "her person" that brought her happiness, and their many adventures traveling and nature walks. Audrey had such a vibrant, bright energy that showed through her smile and those beautiful blue eyes. There wasn't a person in need she wouldn't shed love and compassion to. Among her favorites was her little sister Ava who she admired and loved unconditionally. Audrey would sit at ease listening to Ava play the guitar for her. Unselfish, fiercely loving, woman is how she will always be remembered.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Services for Audrey Lynn McDonald will be on Saturday July 27, 2024 at 12 Noon at Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Homes – WEST CHAPEL 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA 01247. Burial will be private. Calling hours will be Saturday July 27th 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to Second Chance Animal Shelter in Arlington VT. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com
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sophia
October 30, 2024
we miss you, you where such a beutiful soul my love we all miss you i pray for you every night
Isabella Silva
September 20, 2024
I really miss you so much, I remember when you used to help me in every way possible when I needed your help, I remember when we were in class you used to smile, laugh and help us, I really miss you and I wish that I was able to see you 1 last time, Rest in peace, Ms. McDonald.
Isabella Silva
September 20, 2024
I don't even know how this happened... How such an amazing, wonderful, kind, lovely and beautiful woman like you left this world so early, I really miss you so much...
Bailee
September 18, 2024
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September 18, 2024
Bailee
September 18, 2024
She was always helping me with school things and personal things she is such a good person and loved everyone
Aiyanah Roy
August 21, 2024
The first day of 6th grade, I´m now going into 7th grade without her. i remember seeing her beautiful smile and i knew she was gonna be an amazing teacher. i turned out to be no even close to right. because she was so much more then amazing. she would be there always. she knew just by the way i couldn´t pay attention some days or how i would keep my head low and she would always ask me if i was okay. she was there for me when no one else was. she helped me always and she helped everyone honestly. she would always remind me of my older sister but somehow she was just so much better and i wish i could get one last hug from her because her hugs made me feel so safe. Rest in piece, beautiful wonderful best teacher ever, Ms.Mcdonald
Araya valois
August 13, 2024
As one of Ms.McDonald's students in Bart charter. I will miss you daily. And I will love you until the end of time. I miss you so much. And I love you.
Armani Roy
August 10, 2024
Hate to see you gone. You won´t be forgotten at BART. I hope you know we all loved you even if we didn´t show it and that you loved us to. Rest easy Audrey
Joey Nocher
August 1, 2024
I really miss ya. You were the best teacher i ever had. I´m sorry i couldn´t make it to your memorial service. I miss the way you lit up a room, I miss your smile, your laugh, and your kindness that always made my day better. I love you so much. Thank you so much for everything. I am thinking about all your family and friends that miss you too. Rest in peace, Ms. McDonald
Rebekka frone
July 31, 2024
Beautiful girl with a beautiful soul. My condolences to her family and all of her beloved fur babies.
Niyah Scipio
July 27, 2024
I really miss you. I hope that you are feeling better now and you are free of pain. I don't think I'll be able to see you one last time, but I hope you know that I miss you and your laugh, smile and incredible teaching skills. I love you and thank you for everything. Rest Easy, Ms. McDonald.
Kayla Berry
July 27, 2024
She was an amazing role model for us younger girls at BART I remember talking to her every time she subbed a class. She was beautiful and radiant...she will be deeply missed.
Paula Jamross
July 24, 2024
I met Audrey when she was graduating McCann Technical High School through my son Christopher. The moment I met her I knew she was a caring, intelligent person. She was beautiful, inside and out. Her and I bonded over our love of animals. I would chat with her now and then and always enjoyed our conversations.
Since I live in FL, I would follow her on FB to see what she has been up to. She had many accomplishments in her life, school, work, personal. I was always proud to see them.
I will always be grateful to her for being a kind, caring and loving person to my son Christopher when I could not be there for him. If she only knew how much her presence meant to everyone who knew and loved her.
I will forever miss you sweet Audrey. May you shine brightly in the night sky and may you forever simile and only have happiness. You are loved.
Dawne M Trackey
July 24, 2024
Corey, Mai Ly, Tristen, and Anna, I am deeply saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during such a hard time.
The few times Audrey was at her grams house for some function when I was also there she always shown herself to be a loving person who care for her family with all her heart.
May she rest in peace. Much love sent your way, Dawne Trackey
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