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Marshall McDonald Obituary
Of Sterling, VA. On Monday, April 8, 2002 at the Washington Hospital Center. Beloved son of Lorna Whipp and Mark McDonald; stepson of Gail McDonald; grandson of Henrietta MacDonald and William and Margaret McDonald; brother of Amber Carrier and Michael and Monica McDonald. Friends may call at the MONEY AND KING FUNERAL HOME, 171 W. Maple Ave., Vienna, VA on Thursday, April 11, from 7 to 9 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, April 12, at 1 p.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 8601 Wolf Trap Rd., Vienna, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Washington Region Transplant Consortium, 8110 Gatehouse Rd., #101 West, Falls Church, VA 22042.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marshall McDonald
April 21, 2002
I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace, in the presense of our Lord. May the Lord bless you and keep you thru these difficult times.
Nancy Barr
April 17, 2002
Lorna, I know that nothing I can say will help, just know that my family and I are keeping you in our prayers.
April 16, 2002
I think we can all hope to be where Marshall is someday. Focus not on what you have lost, but what he has gained by passing on to the next life.
Sharon Claypool
April 15, 2002
Lorna,
My heart aches for you in the loss of your son. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sharon
Cathy K
April 14, 2002
Dear Lorna, Cameron, Rita, Linda, Aaron (Big Boy)...
I am so sorry. ... If I can do anymore to help, please let me know. You've been there for me, Marshall was too. Do not hesitate to ask for my help. ... Thomas and I will see you guys again SOON! ... Lots of Love, Cathy
Jill Janson
April 12, 2002
"Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower
We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in what remains behind"
(Wm. Wordsworth, "Intimations of Immortality")
Lorna, my heart aches for you. I can think of little else but your profound loss. It is against the natural order of things, and someone you gave life to, who you nurtured and raised, has been taken away you and the rest of the world way before his time. There is little comfort knowing that God selects those who He deems greater than this world to seat at His right hand. I know your faith must be tested and shaken, but through your profound loss I hope you realize that Marshall is seated right next to Him, looking down and watching over for you for the rest of your days. And as described in the passage above, try to find strength - spiritual, emotional, physical - in what remains behind: The people that grieve along with you, the people that want to do all they can to see you through these trying times, and the people who love you for all that you are. You have more strength than you think, and you will get through this - with the love and support of your friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers and sincere condolences are with you now and in the days to come.
Erin Rigney
April 12, 2002
I was so sad to learn of Marshall's passing. He will forever shine in the Lord's light.
Mary Smith
April 11, 2002
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I lost my husband unexpectedly in February of this year. Steve and I are the parents of Kellie McCahren. We saw Marshall several times with Kellie and Justin. He was a very nice young man. It is very hard to loose a loved one. May God bless you and give you the strength to get through this difficult time in your life. I know that Steve and Marshall are resting in a peaceful place.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Smith
j m
April 11, 2002
In an instant your face disappeared,
Youth stolen in a way that we all fear.
So much unattained; dreams never realized, Yet fate can be recognized or dreadfully disguised.
Your vibrant nature will always inhibit my mind, However; I'll always ache in agony at this world--so unkind.
Wendy & Doug Logothety
April 11, 2002
We are so sorry for your great loss. We know there is nothing that we can say to make it better, but please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Lots of love and prayers, Wendy
Shelly Mereness
April 11, 2002
Lorna,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you and stay strong.
Love Shelly
Laurie Allen
April 11, 2002
Lorna:
God bless you and keep you in this time of sorrow.
Charity & Dan Zentz
April 11, 2002
Once, while I visited Kelly & Justin, I was able to meet Marshall. I remember as he stood beside his friend Dennis, him being a tall, handsome, sweet guy - smiling. I didn't know him well, but I felt so saddened to hear of the tragic ending to his young life. I am sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace, in the presense of our Lord. May the Lord bless your family, friends, and loved ones with strength to endure thru these difficult times. - The Zentz Family -
Justin McCahren
April 11, 2002
Kelly, Sydney & I will miss Marshall for the rest of our days. My heart goes out to Lorna and Mr. McDonald as well. He was a good friend but an even better person. His heart was strong and his will was unmatched. His memories will derive strength; we will all see him again.
Susan Kirby
April 11, 2002
Lorna:
I can't tell you how crushed I was to hear about your beloved Marshall.
Please accept my sincerest condolences.
If you put your trust in God he will bring you through these times of sadness.
Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Susan Kirby
Misty Miran
April 11, 2002
He will forever remain tucked deep in your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
William & Susan Day
April 11, 2002
Memories are like leaves of gold, they never tarnish or grow old. Locked in our hearts, he will always be; loved and remembered; for all eternity.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these
trying times.
Bonnie Blankenship
April 10, 2002
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God bless and be strong!
Kara Simmons-Chu
April 10, 2002
Lorna,
My heart broke when Laurie called me with the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. May you find strength and comfort in the Lord, your family and friends.
Kara
Tanya Nolan
April 10, 2002
It is never easy when you lose someone so unexpectedly. God knows your loss. I am praying that his love will comfort your sorrowing heart. May it help that many share your sorrows and stand with you in your time of need.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love Tanya
Libby Walling
April 10, 2002
I know that there are not enough words to express how deeply about the loss of Marshall. He is a beloved son, brother, grandson, gift from God. May you take comfort in the knowledge that he is with the Saints in Heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ awaiting the day when we will all walk together with Him. My prayers are forever with you. Love, Libby
Brenda Childress
April 10, 2002
I know how deeply you loved your son Lorna and that he knows that too. May memories of him bring you comfort as time goes by.
My heartfelt sympathies are with you.
Love you,
Brenda
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