Jean McDowell McDonald

1928 - 2015

McDonald- Jean McDowell McDonald, 86, died June 21, 2015 in Athens, Georgia. She was born in Madison, Georgia on July 2, 1928 to the late Roy Oxford McDowell and Ola Maude Koger McDowell. A 1944 graduate of Monroe High School, Mrs. McDonald attended business school in Atlanta and worked several years for Courts and Company. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years, Thomas Watson "Watt" McDonald, Jr. She is survived by her three children: Dr. Thomas R. McDonald (Alice) of Athens, Pamela McDonald Blanford (Tommy) of Monroe, Jennifer McDonald Kilcrease (Bob) of Watkinsville; Five grandchildren: Meredith McDonald Hruda (Ryan) of Savannah, Claire Maree McDonald of New York City, Robert Dawson Kilcrease, IV of Atlanta, Holly Leigh Blanford and George Thomas Blanford, V (Bo) of Monroe; a sister: Elizabeth McDowell Walker (Neel) of Lawrenceville; Annie Bell Bloodsaw Banks (Elisha) of Gratis; best friend of 77 years, Margie Braselton (L.A.) of Winder; many special nieces, nephews, and countless dear friends. She was preceded in death by her sister, Harriette McDowell Baccus (Harold) of Monroe. A faithful and devoted member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe, she was known for her kind and loving spirit. Committed to serving her community, Mrs. McDonald was president of the Monroe Junior Service League, a member of the Monroe Garden Club, and charter member of the First Ladies of Walton Society. Mr. and Mrs. McDonald owned and operated Cherokee Rose Candy Company, a family business, for 39 years. In retirement, she volunteered in her church, traveled frequently, and was an avid reader. Her greatest joy was being "Mimi" to her cherished grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Monroe First Baptist Church Van Fund, 202 McDaniel Street, Monroe, Ga. 30655. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 25, at the First Baptist Church of Monroe. Dr. Glen Money will officiate. Interment will be held at Rest Haven Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24 at Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 209 South Hammond Drive, Monroe. 770-267-2594. Please leave online condolences at stewartfh.com 7/2/1928 - 6/21/2015