BORN

1926

DIED

2014

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Birmingham, Alabama

Nathan McDonald Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 28, 2014.


Nathan Leon McDonald, age 87, went to be with his Savior on March 27, 2014. Born and raised in Pleasant Grove, AL. Nate was a Christian and a proud U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII. He was the previous owner of Veteran Cab Co. Nate is preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Elva McDonald; one sister, Ruby Hogan; and four brothers, Willard, Charlie, Ernie, and Neal McDonald. Survivors include nephews; William, Ronald, James, Gary, Don, and Dewhitt McDonald; nieces, Betty Duncan, Linda Walker, Tracy Morgan, and Judy Pilkington; and numerous great and grand nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Elmwood Chapel on Monday, March 31st from 1 to 2PM followed by a chapel service at 2PM. Interment to follow at Pleasant Grove Methodist Cemetery. Bro. Phillip Hill and Bro. Mike Bearden officiating.

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March 31, 2014

Leon, you were such a big part of my life when I was growing up and I Loved you very much. Rest in peace. Marcia Hill Collier

March 29, 2014

Mr.McDonald, I know that you're resting with Jesus. It was a pleasure to be one of your many caregivers. You will be missed.

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