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McDonald, Ronald P.

Ronald P. McDonald, age 91 of Dedham, MA passed away on September 17, 2023.  Born in Dedham, on January 14, 1932, he was the son of Joseph F. McDonald of Dedham and Isabella S. (McMaster) McDonald of Kilmarnock, Scotland. Loving husband of 69 years to his wife Marilyn Ann (Sullivan) McDonald, devoted father to daughters Stacey Marie (McDonald) Magro and husband Paul R. Magro of Mashpee, MA, and Wendy Marie (McDonald) Loewen and husband Mark F. Loewen of Plainville, MA.  Proud Grampy to Kyle, Isabella, Amanda and Sarah.

Ronnie was a Dedham High School graduate , class of 1950. He served in the  US Army during the Korean war, and was a member of the Retired Dedham Men’s Club. Ronnie loved spending time with his family, traveling, playing golf, bird watching and cheering on his grandchildren through all their sports activities.  He had a quick sense of humor and a beautiful smile. He will forever be missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Private interment.

Guestbook Entries

  1. Suzanne loewen
    September 23rd, 2023 | 8:17 pm

    Mr.McDonald touched everyone he met in one way or another in some way.So funny.I have known him my whole life.The stories would go on forever.I TRUELY miss him.

  2. Rick Radosta
    September 26th, 2023 | 7:29 am

    Expressing condolences from the Radosta family.

  3. Steven & Elizabeth Marini
    September 29th, 2023 | 10:52 am

    Mr. McDonald was such a loving and kind person. His smile lit up a room especially when he would talk about his grandchildren. He was a great man, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He will be greatly missed by everyone he touched. Thinking of your family.

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