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GERALD MacDONALD Obituary
He was born in Somerville, Massachusetts, the son of Paula Ruth Soles (Penney). Gerald proudly served with the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War where he met his wife of 53 years, Lu MacDonald. Gerald was a loyal member of the American Legion Post 2.
Surviving in addition to his wife are his sons Garry MacDonald (Robin), Richard MacDonald (Angela) and Joseph MacDonald; daughter, Mailoan Hale (Rob); grandchildren, Jonathan Andrews, Jaiden MacDonald, Bryce MacDonald, Charlotte and Gavin Hale.
A funeral ceremony will be held 11 a.m. Monday, November 30, 2020 at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., Richmond. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.
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Kristen Beasley
November 30, 2020
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Connor Holt
November 30, 2020
I am terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My prayers go out to you, your family and everyone that knew him during this difficult time.
Heather Sloan
November 30, 2020
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May you find comfort in your family, friends, and memories you shared. Thinking of you during this time.
D'Wayne Gravely
November 30, 2020
I am a co-worker of Joe at McKesson Medical and would like to offer my sincere condolences to the MacDonald family in this time of your loss. May your love for one another give you enduring comfort and his spirit near.
Meagan Fuscaldo
November 30, 2020
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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