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Ethan McDonnell Obituary

Ethan G. Sandor McDonnell, 26, of Lancaster passed away April 7, 2020 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Reading, Ethan was the son of Maria McDonnell and Thomas Sandor. He grew up in Fleetwood, PA graduating from Fleetwood High School in 2011, and from Albright College in 2015 with degrees in Sociology and Political Science. He remained politically active, working on both local and national campaigns. He worked in Application Development and Support at UGI, but his true passion was music. Ethan was a singer/songwriter for the Lancaster-based band “seasonal.” Ethan and his fiancé Julia also enjoyed traveling the world together. He will be remembered for his generosity and humor and huge loving heart. In addition to his parents, Ethan is survived by his brothers: Owen and Aidan Sandor; his grandparents: James and Katherine Sandor, Manahawkin, NJ; and Elizabeth Paolini, Reading; and his fiancé, Julia Bongiovanni; as well as a large extended family. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Richard Paolini. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (https://www.parentprojectmd.org/). Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2020.

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Phi Beta

April 14, 2020

Professor McDonnell, Aiden, Owen and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of Ethan. Your family is very loved by the Albright Community. Our Condolences - Sisters of Phi Mu, Phi Beta

Sara Schaeffer

April 14, 2020

To Ethan's family & fiance,

Sending thoughts & prayers to all of you during this tragic and challenging time. Ethan was a co-worker whom always was sweet, friendly, and willing to help anyone he could. He was so incredibly smart, and he will truly be missed for all of his amazing qualities and genuine character. I am thankful to have gotten the opportunity to work with him.

God Bless,

Sara Schaeffer

April 14, 2020

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Tom, thank you for sharing your stories of him through the years.
-Dawn Blackwell

Brian Huber

April 14, 2020

McDonnell Family & Julia,

I had the good fortune of getting to know Ethan when he began his promising career at UGI. He had a quiet confidence about himself and a great sense of humor. I enjoyed speaking with him on many occasions. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of family and friends are with you all during this difficult time. I know there are no words to ease your pain, but may your many fond memories of Ethan help you along the way. He was a wonderful person and will be missed!

In Sympathy,

Brian Huber

Joy Ide

April 13, 2020

Teaching Ethan the piano was a joy. He was always pleasant, willing to learn and fun. I am so sad to see him go. May the Lord comfort you.

G. ALLAN AND HEATHER Turnbull

April 12, 2020

We are very sad to know Edan left use so young. He was so talented and a happy soul.
God Bless and Love from
G Allan and Heather Turnbull

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