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Woodrow McDonald Obituary

MANCHESTER - Woodrow "Woody" McDonald, 95, of Manchester, NH, passed away April 17, 2016 at Hillsborough County Health Care Center.

Woody was born January 30, 1921 in Manchester, NH, a son of Samuel & Sadie (Bean) McDonald and had been a lifelong resident of this community.

Prior to retirement, Woody was employed with Manchester Water Works for 38 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and was a survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack.

Woody was very much an animal lover, however, his family was at the center of his life.

Family includes his beloved wife of 17 years, Esther McDonald; one son, Woody McDonald and his wife, Bonnie; one step-daughter, Monica Marchand and her husband, Eric; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews and cousins. Woody was pre-deceased by his wife of 54 years, Hazel McDonald.

SERVICES: Calling hours will be Saturday, April 23, from 10 to 11 a.m., at Cate & Johnson Funeral Home, 573 Pine Street, corner of Harrison Street in Manchester. Graveside Service will follow at 12 p.m. at Holbrook Cemetery in Candia, NH.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Animal Allies, Box 693, Manchester, NH 03105.

Cate & Johnson Funeral Service of Manchester is directing arrangements. Family and friends may visit CateJohnson.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Apr. 21, 2016.

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Elva Hawkins

April 26, 2016

Esther, you are I my thoughts and prayers. I send you my deepest sympathy in your loss of Woody.

Ken and Mary Jarry

April 23, 2016

We will miss uncle Woody's sense of humor at the family functions. We have lots of good memories. Thinking of you Esther during this difficult time.

Kathy Peirce

April 22, 2016

Dear Esther and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Woody. He was a wonderful man and always made me smile. I am honored to have called him a friend. Deepest sympathy.

harold wilson

April 22, 2016

love the boat rides on massabesic,my condolences to the family

April 21, 2016

My deepest sympathy to you Esther and family for the loss of Woody. ..Helen

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Funeral services provided by:

Cate & Johnson Funeral Home / Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium

573 Pine Street, Manchester, NH 03104

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