Tony passed away on January 5, 2015 surrounded by his family. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana on October 7, 1935 to William and Velma McDonald. He attended Marmion and Loras Military Academies and the University of Dayton. Tony followed his father into the mechanical contracting business until retirement. Over twenty years ago he and his wife, Mary Jo, moved to Phoenix. Tony was an Irishman through and through and loved the University of Notre Dame, especially the Fighting Irish football team. Saturdays will never be the same without him in front of the television cheering them on. He cherished his Catholic faith and his family. His death was sudden but his legacy lives on. Tony is survived by this wife of 58 years, Mary Jo, and his three daughters: Beth (Mike) Biehler, Kelley McNeill, and Erin (Tom) Lazoff. He was proud of his grandchildren: Shannon, Brennan (Kristen), Bridget, Becca, Anesa and Elena. His two sisters and brother also survive. He will be missed by his beloved Scottie, Fala. Thank you to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital ICU for their excellent care and compassion. A visitation will be held on Monday, January 12, 2015 from 5:00-8:00 pm at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 4715 N. Central Avenue. A Mass of Celebration will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at 10:00 am at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. St. Francis Catholic Cemetery will be his final resting place. In honor of Tony donations can be made to Andre House which helps to feed those in need. More information at andrehouse.org
Frank & Michelle McGarryy
Dear Mary Jo, Beth, Kelley and Erin
We are so sorry about the passing of Papa Tony. We wish there was something we could do to alleviate your pain. Our hearts and our prayers are with you as we go forward without Tony’s physical presence but knowing we all carry him in our hearts. He will always be with us in the fall, GO IRISH!
ann federspiel godsey
To all the family,
On behalf of dad, Ken Federspiel, and all our family we send our sincere hopes for peace and grateful memories. We cannot forget Tony’s energy and love of a fun time while living in Fort Wayne. Best to you.
John P McCormack
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you McDonalds. Kelly always great catching up with you and Erin at Dwenger reunions. I also remember fun times and parties at your house in Blackhawk and great times at Lake Wawasee. Tony and Mary Jo were always so much fun. My mom Jeanne also sends her love and prayers. Love to you all and God bless. Take care all. John Mccormack aka Johnnie Mac
Monique McCormack-Ford
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad Erin. He was a wonderful, wonderful person. I remember going to ND games with your family – such great times. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Christa Bowers
Kelly and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Classmates Christa Bowers (Ummel) & Linda Conrad (Gerdom)
DON & JANE BUSSICK & FAMILY
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO ALL OF YOU ON YOUR LOSS. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD TOGEATHER IN FORT WAYNE ON DESOTO DRIVE AND GOING TO THE NOTRE DAME FOOTBALL GAMES. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU TODAY AND ALWAYS.
Bill Schrantz
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. McDonald. I love watching Beth on my morning news. Our sorrow gets easier as time goes on, but the loss is always there. My father passed 16 years ago and just had a tear today when I saw a WWII vet, he reminded me of many years I’m missing. You are in my prayers.