James Reiley McDonald's obituary , Passed away on August 16, 2025 in Ruxton, Maryland

James Reiley McDonald

April 28, 1928 - August 16, 2025 (97 years old)

Ruxton, Maryland

James Reiley McDonald's obituary , Passed away on August 16, 2025 in Ruxton, Maryland

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Mitchell - Wiedefeld Funeral Home, Inc.

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James Reiley McDonald

April 28, 1928 - August 16, 2025 (97 years old)

Ruxton, Maryland

James Reiley McDonald Obituary

In loving memory of James Reiley McDonald of Ruxton, Maryland, who departed this world on August 16, 2025 at the age of 97. James Reiley leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Reiley McDonald to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, James Reiley shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid James Reiley farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry McDonald and Mary Catherine McDonald; his wife Joan; the mothers of children, Barbara and Susan; and his brother John.

He is survived by: his children, Reiley McDonald (Cricket Hooper), Brooke McDonald (Michael Brassert), Page (Andy Crosby) and Leigh McDonald Hall of Ruxton. He is also survived by five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations to The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation and The Baltimore Sports Academy.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mitchell - Wiedefeld Funeral Home, Inc.



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