Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Thomas MacDonald Obituary
Thomas Albert MacDonald, Sr. passed away June 23, 2007. He was born July 1, 1921, in Graybull, WY, to Goldie Plaisted and was the stepson of Reynold Plaisted. Tom was the nephew of William and Belle Mitts, Bud and Leila Stewart; the loving husband of Dorothy MacDonald who preceded him in death in December 2004; loving father to Linda Miller (Charles), Thomas MacDonald, Jr. (Barbara), William MacDonald (Debbie); grandfather of Kevin, Holly, Kelly, Billy, Cheryl, Tracie, Melanie, Jonathan and 8 great grandchildren.
Tom served for 30 years in law enforcement with Del Norte and Humboldt County Sheriffsâ departments and the State of CA. Tom served in the US Navy from 1937 - 1945, serving with honor aboard the USS Lexington when it was sunk in the Battle of the Coral Sea.
Tom was a 60-year member of the Masonic Order where he was a member of Six Rivers Lodge #106. He was a Past Master of Humboldt Lodge #79 and served Grand Lodge of California as Senior Grand steward in 1988. Over the years Tom has received many accolades for his work in Masonry. He was a 33º Scottish Rite Mason and a member of the Valley of Santa Rosa. He was also a member of Aahmes Shrine and Past President of the Aahmes-Redwood Shrine Club, a member of Arcata Chapter Order of Eastern Star and a member of the White Shrine of Jerusalem where he was Past Watchman of the Shepard.
The family would like to thank the caring nurses who gave such special attention to our dad (you all know who you are) during his final days.
Cryptside Services will be held 1:00 pm, Wednesday June 27, 2007, at Sunset Memorial Park in Eureka.
Arrangements entrusted to Goble’s Fortuna Mortuary.
Please sign the guest book at www.times-standard.com, click on obituaries.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas MacDonald
6 Entries
Lynn Maffia McKenna
July 5, 2007
To
Linda, Tom, Bill and Families,
I was sorry to read about your Dad's passing. I have many fond memories
of times spent at your old 4th Street house. May all your happy
meomories help you through this difficult time.
Dick Messer
June 27, 2007
Tom MacDonald - what a fine man. I met Tom in 1958 and worked with him for a number of years. He was a man that was fair and just. Tom and Tom, Jr. helped and coached me when I was going into Masonry. They traveled from Eureka to Santa Rosa where I was working at the time. If there was something wrong, Tom sure didn’t mind telling you about it. A great American. We need more like him
Bill Holbrook
June 27, 2007
Dear Linda and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I've known him for many years and he will be missed.
Sincerely, Bill Holbrook
Frank M Wigginton
June 27, 2007
To Thom and his family; My condolences and best wishes. I worked with Tom at the Humboldt Sheriffs'Office for some years and then Tom did work with me at Louisiana Pacific Corp. Security. I was good friends with Bill while he was at HCSO I wish the best to all of the family of Tom and that God will hold their hand through this time and into eternity. Frank W.
Janis & Glenn Saunders
June 27, 2007
Tom, thanks for all of the years of friendship - your years in the Sheriff's Dept. joking and laughing with my mother (Emma Moore, dispatcher) all the years at the bakery delivering bread to Saunders Market in Trinidad, and friendship through the Masonic Lodge. You will be missed.
Gene and Patsy Lake
June 27, 2007
Thanks Tom for many a good laugh.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Thomas MacDonald's name
Memorial Events
for Thomas MacDonald
How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Thomas MacDonald's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
