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Rosalyn McDonald Obituary

McDonald, Rosalyn TROY Rosalyn McDonald, 92 of Troy, passed into eternal rest on February 7, 2020, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Troy, Rosalyn was the daughter of the late Henry and Katherine Shaughnessy LaFleur; and loving and devoted wife of the late Edward F. McDonald who passed away in 1992. Rosalyn had been employed for many years as an operator at the former New York Telephone Company and then worked at Leisure Arms Nursing Home. She was a long-time communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Troy, strong in her faith and proud of her Irish heritage. She loved to stay in touch with her family on her iPad, and enjoyed watching the birds in her flower garden, but she mostly treasured time with her family. Rosalyn was the mother of Karen Eck (Robert), Nancy Gibbs (Thomas), Thomas McDonald (AnnMarie) and Christopher McDonald (Sarah). She is also survived by her grandchildren, Megan, Theodore, Eric, Katie, Kristyn, Hayley, Jordyn, Alexander and Elisabeth; eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Rosalyn was predeceased by her siblings, Bill and Jack LaFleu, Marge Laurent and Virginia Pennisi. The funeral service for Rosalyn will be held on Friday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited to attend and may call at the church on Friday from 9 until 10:30 a.m. Interment in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Troy.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Feb. 12 to Feb. 13, 2020.

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Samantha Langlois

February 16, 2020

To all of the McDonald family, our deepest sympathies at this time. Roz was such a warm and wonderful woman. Her wit, intelligence and kind interest in all that surrounded her made us feel a special kinship with her. A life well lived. With love from Sam, Tristan and Kitty Langlois.

Patty & Joe Ryan

February 14, 2020

February 14th, I can't think of more fitting day to remember the life of a sweetheart of wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and auntie. My thoughts and best wishes to the McDonald family. Roz will be missed.

Rebecca (Smith) Miorin

February 13, 2020

To the Mc Donald Family, when I think of your Mom I smile and feel so lucky that I had the opportunity to work with and know her. She brightened every day with a positive attitude and a smile. Leisure Arms was a great place to work because of employees like Roz. My thoughts are with you all at this time.

Denise Caswell

February 13, 2020

Prayers to the family of Aunt Rosalyn.

Mary Miele

February 13, 2020

To the McDonald family, So very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I have a lot of great memories with her. May she Rest In Peace
Mary and Angelo Miele

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Cathy Laurent

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Staff of Wm. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc

February 12, 2020

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Don & Earlene Bullett

February 12, 2020

To the McDonald family. We are sorry to hear of Roz's passing. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Ed was Don's cousin. Betty (McDonald, Bullett) Gachosh was Don's mother.

Rocky Cramer

February 12, 2020

To the McDonald family. I will miss talking to your mom at Hannaford. She was the Ida street stronghold. May She Rest in Peace.

Jack Bonesteel

February 12, 2020

Condolences to Karen, Nancy, Tom, Chris and their families on the loss of such a wonderful lady and family matriarch. May memories of all the good times with Rosalyn comfort you; rest in peace.

Mary Cunningham

February 11, 2020

To the McDonald Family,
I am sincerely sorry about your Moms
passing. She was a lovely lady.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

St. Joseph's Church

NY 12180

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14

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

St. Joseph's Church

NY 12180

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