Joseph A. McDonald

Oxford – 

On Saturday, May 2, 2020 Heaven gained a special angel as Joseph Andrew McDonald Sr, born March 9, 1932, passed away peaceful in his sleep at Webster Manor where he was lovingly nicknamed The Mayor of the Manor due to his infectious charm and outgoing personality.  No matter his situation it was always his mission to bring a smile to your face. 

Andy was blessed to have the love of a large family, leaving behind his wife of 64 years, Doris Beatrice (Beaudette) McDonald, one living brother Cleo McDonald, 5 children including his daughter Susan McDonald Vincent, daughter Andrea Cutting with her husband Michael Cutting, son Mark McDonald with his wife Michelle McDonald, daughter Sandy Hansen with her husband Tom Hansen and his son Joseph Andrew McDonald Jr with his wife Leah McDonald. He also left 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. As a devout Catholic he was looking forward to being reunited with his parents and 7 siblings that passed before him. He was a devoted member of St Roch’s church where he lead rosary classes, bible study and prayed over anyone in need. In his earlier years he was a Sergeant in the United States Air Force and served in the Philippines. Upon leaving the military he worked at Webster Spring/General Spring where he retired from while also serving as a reserve Oxford police officer for many years. But of all the titles he held over his years, Dad was the one liked best. To know him was to love him. He had a hug, a joke or a prayer for everyone he met and along with his wife they raised a  very strong, tight knit family that stretched far beyond DNA. However, God waited long enough for his loyal patron and needed him by his side, so until we meet again he will be deeply missed. 

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in St. Roch's Catholic Church, 332 Main Street Oxford, MA on Saturday June 6, 2020 at 110:00 am

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