It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Donald McDonald of Iron River, Michigan, who passed away on August 12, 2022, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Edwin McDonald and Ebba McDonald (Elmleaf); his wife Julia "Julie" Dabeck; and his sister Eloise Erbin. He is survived by : his sons, Kevin McDonald of Sterling Heights, MI and Shaun McDonald (Melodi) of Auburn Hills, MI; his half-sister Darlene Duff of Iron Mountain, MI; his grandsons, Scott and David; and his great grandchildren, Savanna and Blake. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, and extended family.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be sent to the Jacobs Funeral Home in care of the Donald McDonald Family for the creation of a plaque at Nelson Field honoring his football coaching career.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jacobs Funeral Home, Inc. of Iron River