John Michael McDonald Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John Michael McDonald of Wylie, Texas, born in Houston, Texas, who passed away on January 29, 2026 at the age of 74. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Michael McDonald to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact John Michael had on those he encountered along his journey. Though John Michael may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Edward McDonald and Giene Lavon McDonald; his parents-in-law, Charles and Neva Van Winkle; and his brother Bill McDonald.
He is survived by: his wife Verna McDonald; his children, John Coby McDonald of Wylie, Texas and Jody McDonald Stevens (Shawn Stevens) of Wills Point, Texas; and his brother Jim McDonald of Houston. He is also survived by grandchildren who lovingly knew him as "Paw Paw".
