Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Patricia Claire McDonald, a Winneconne resident for more than half a century died peacefully at home on October 26, 2016, she was 91. The daughter of Dr. George V. Lynch and Hazel (Chestnut) Lynch, Patricia was born September 6, 1925, at Mercy Hospital, Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Pat was a student at St. Peter Catholic School, Oshkosh until the school closed and then graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1943. Pat attended Trinity College in Washington, D.C. and graduated from Northwestern University in 1947 with a B.A. in Spanish.
She was employed by Eastern Airlines in Miami, Florida and then as a Spanish interpreter at the Mayo Clinic for four years.
In 1956 Pat married Dr. D.H. McDonald and made their home in Winneconne. They were married for 53 years and have six children and fourteen grandchildren.
Pat loved to read and spend time with her children and grandchildren and was very active in St. Mary Catholic community.
Pat was preceeded in death by her husband, Donald; son, Michael George; brothers, Bill Lynch, George Lynch; and sisters, Betty Dowling and Mary Jo O'Connor.
Surviving Pat are her children and grandchildren:
Dr. Donald J. McDonald, wife, Sylvia (Donald T., Clare, Maeve, MacKenzie) of Oshkosh;
Dr. Robert McDonald, wife Dr. Caroline McDonald (Patrick, Anne, Michael) of Oshkosh;
Dr. Mary McDonald of Winneconne;
Dr. Meghan McDonald, husband Dave Harshman (Matthew, Michael) of Houston, TX;
Dr. Shaun McDonald (Heather, Beth, Michelle, Madeline) of Oshkosh;
Heather Sleeman, husband Mark Sleeman (Hugh) of Winneconne.
Pat lived her Catholic faith daily, had a special devotion to the Holy Mother and through her life, demonstrated how much we are loved by God and how deep His mercy is for all.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Monday, October 31, 2016, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church 210 Pleasant Dr. Winneconne, where the Rosary will be prayed at 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, November 1 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the church. A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the church with Fr. Doug LeCaptain and Sr. Pam Biehl officiating. Burial will follow in the Winneconne Cemetery.
Memorials in the name of Patricia McDonald can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, Winneconne.
Pat's family wishes to thank the staffs of Clarity Care and Senior Helpers, especially her "special angels" Amy Klemp and Cindy Abraham for all of the care given to her.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Bernie and Diane Egan wrote on November 7, 2016
McDonald Families: We are sorry for your loss. Losing ones' mom is the most difficult.
Cris Ruedinger wrote on November 7, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a wonderful person. May the many memories of your mom help you thru this difficult time. She is now resting ever so comfortably in your dads arms. Sending prayers your way.
Ken and Mary Mueller wrote on November 2, 2016
We just found out about your mom's passing. She was a most gracious and warm-hearted lady. Our sincere sympathies as we share your sadness
Sharon (Korn) Lambert wrote on November 2, 2016
"To everything there is a season, and a time, and a place under Heaven..." You mother was such a sweet, gentle, loving soul-a true and faithful servant- and now she's taken her place in Heaven...How joyous an occasion for her. I'm sorry for your loss because no matter when the hour or what the circumstances, it's sad. You have tons of wonderful memories because she lived a long life. You'll hear her voice always and smile. I like to think now that besides your father, she's chatting with Susie, Wally, June, and Margie.... My prayers to your family.
Rob and Amy Rosenkranz wrote on November 1, 2016
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Your parents were so generous, caring, and thoughtful of others. Such an integral part of Winneconne. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
kirtida Ringwala wrote on November 1, 2016
I got to know Pat in 1982.Sorry to hear about your loss.May her soul rest in peace.
she was very loving.Always smiling
Will miss her
Kirti/Nikunj
Dr. Lisa Witzke Frost wrote on October 31, 2016
Heather and the rest of the family I'm very sorry to hear about your mom. Your mom was always sweet to me. She is now with your dad. Deepest sympathies to you all and prayers from Eric and I.
Gayle and Valerie Bartow wrote on October 31, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our Thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Dave and Ilona Rice wrote on October 31, 2016
We were very saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. We will always cherish the good memories of both your parents and whole family.
The Marshall Family wrote on October 30, 2016
Our condolences.
John and Sylvia Trenhaile wrote on October 30, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time
Sandee Keppler wrote on October 29, 2016
I will always remember your mom as a very sweet person. And recall the many times she and your dad had our Mercy School of Nursing alumnae over each summer for boat rides, swimming etc.....
Mimi ( Mary) Ariens Brillion wrote on October 29, 2016
What a beautiful tribute found in the story of your mother I was very touched by her fath journey with her growing family.
Thank you for sharing that special touch. No I did not know her but wish I had. A truly holy soul. She rests in peace
Charlotte, Richard, & Alex Leahy wrote on October 28, 2016
Shaun & Girls,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. A mother is so precious. She sounds like she was a wonderful person. Alex spoke well of her. She will now be with Donald. May they both rest in peace. We will remember her in our prayers. The Leahy's