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Funeral services for Robert P. "RP" McDonald Jr., age 67 of Ogdensburg will be held Friday) January 3, 2014 at 11:00am at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home with Rev. Jay Seymour officiating. Burial will be held in the spring at St. Mary's Cemetery.
Calling hours will be held Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8pm at the funeral home. Mr. McDonald passed away at Claxton Hepburn Medical Center on Dec 27, 2013 after being stricken at home.
Surviving is his wife Cynthia Burns-McDonald; a son Collin McDonald & his wife Hayley of Columbia SC; four daughters Sarah Salomon of Chicago IL, Joclyn McDonald of Denver Co., Jillian Wright & her husband Danalo of Annapolis MD, and Courtney "Hoobee" McDonald of Ogdensburg; grandchildren Lucas P. McDonald, Tyler & Jordan Wright, Yael & Leah Salomon; three sisters Anne McDonald of Sarasota FL, Judith & her husband Dr. Richard Norman of Rochester, NY, and Emilie & her husband Dr. J. Thomas LaMont of Boston MA; along with several nieces, nephews & cousins. His brother Adrian McDonald predeceased him.
"RP" was born on August 2, 1946 in Ogdensburg, a son of the late Robert P. Sr. & Emilie (Oneil) McDonald. He graduated from OFA in 1964 and attended St. Bonaventure University for a short time then entered the US Navy from 1966 to 1970. Following his honorable discharge, he continued his education at Jefferson Community College and Indiana University where he obtained a political science degree.
He was employed in sales for many years working for various auto dealers and insurance companies. He also co-owned and operated Double RR's Auto. "RP" was a member of the Ogdensburg Elks, VFW, American Legion, Ogdensburg Bridge Club and the American Contract Bridge League where he became a Life Master. He also enjoyed his pets; "Buggy", "Baby" and "Sister" along with golfing, playing cards, socializing with friends, listening to 60's & 70's music and spending time with his family. RP enjoyed watching the OFA Blue Devil's sports and keeping statistics on basketball and football games.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Dr. Ravinder N. Argarwal Renal Center, 124 Ford Avenue; Ogdensburg, NY 13669. Condolences can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.
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January 4, 2014
We knew RP in the 60's he was funny and lots of fun
The Stark girls
January 4, 2014
Stephanie Stark
We knew Rp in the 60's he was funny and fun
Rest in Peace RP
January 2, 2014
ceil briggs
cindy and family...i feel like i've known r p all his life, as indeed i have, being a friend of emilys...long years of listening and watching the antics of her kid brother....alwys bringing a smile to our faces....they're all memories now, but visions of rp will always bring smiles to our faces...he fought a great long battle and cindy, you were there beside him through it all.. God bless..
ceil and john briggs
January 2, 2014
Kathy Walker
I am sorry for your loss Cindy. Bobby was my first friend. I was five and he was four. Together we tried to teach Brownie and Checkers how to jump rope, ice skate, and race us to the corner of Elizabeth and Green Street. Even though years may have passed between our conversations, we always had an immediate connection as the time lapse simply disappeared in the dust. I treasure my many Bobby memories!
January 2, 2014
Butch & CJ Barry
To All the McDonald Family
Our deepest sympathy to the McDonald family.
RP was a true friend and the Barrys were very fortunate to have experienced down-to-earth wit and humor.
January 1, 2014
Joseph Montroy
Cindy and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Joe Montroy
January 1, 2014
Michael McDonald
Cindy, from one and all in my McDonald family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..i can relate 50 plus years of memories. wild,funny,crazy,heartfelt, but mostly hilarious! my uncle, your husband was a best pal from that first time i remember him wheeling me and my brothers around his living room in his newspaper delivery bag and tossing us on the couch as we howled with laughter..so many of us have so many fun memories and tales to tell..RP will be sorely missed..
January 1, 2014
Dick/Sandy Fox
Dear Cindy and family;
We were saddened to hear of RP's passing. Having known him most of my life I was shocked when the news came. We are near the same age. Our condolences to your family at this time. Our prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely; Dick & Sandy Fox (from FL)
December 31, 2013
Dave/Anne Donnelly
Cindy & family, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of RP. May you find comfort in your memories. Dave & Anne Donnelly
December 31, 2013
Tom Little
Our sympathies to your family. RP will be missed by his many friends.
Tom and Cindy(Ryan) Little
December 30, 2013
My sympathy to the family. I truly enjoyed getting to know RP while playing bridge. He will be missed.
Linda Elliott Brockville, Ont.
December 30, 2013
Cindy & family.... My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. To my next door sister you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim (Lake) Goulden
Sanford, North Carolina
December 30, 2013
Cindy & Family...., Sending my deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. To my next door sister, You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim (Lake) Goulden
Sanford, North Carolina
December 30, 2013
Pattie (Baker) Rascoe
Cindy, my thoughts are with you and your family.
December 30, 2013
Jane Hackett Backus
December 30, 2013
Lori & Pat Hackett
Cindy and family...so very sorry to hear of RP's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
December 30, 2013
Ned Hackett
Our sympathies and prayers to the McDonald family and Judy. Helen & Ned Hackett
December 30, 2013
Denise (Burns) Gates
Cindy and family!! So sorry to hear about the loss of one of the funniest people I have known. My heart and prayers to all of you. Cousin Dee
December 30, 2013
Leslie Hockey
Cindy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I was honored to have worked with RP, and always enjoyed the stories of his life and times. He will be missed.
December 29, 2013
Wendy
Never a dull moment when RP was around. He was a natural for making people laugh without even trying.
December 29, 2013
Joe & Darlene Seymour
Cindy and family, so sorry for your loss. It is such a difficult time and we feel your loss also. Joe and RJ certainly had many good times together and certainly had some stories to tell. You are I'm our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry that we are not home to see you.
December 29, 2013
JERRY REED
I'm very sorry for your loss. There are so many stories that i could tell about RP that you would have tears in your eyes. Prayers are with you and his children.
December 29, 2013
Karyn Sullivan
Cindy, Joc, Collin & Hoobee-
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will miss seeing RP around the neighborhood. It was always nice to stop by and chat when he was out on the porch. He was very proud of you all and loved to talk about the great things happening in your lives. He will be missed.
December 29, 2013
McDonald Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. RP was one of the first people that I met when I moved to Ogdensburg in 1958 as my family lived in the next block on Elizabeth Street. He helped me adjust to my new surroundings and made my move from Chicago much easier and for that I have always been grateful. I enjoyed bridge games with him and always looked forward to.him being my partner.
May he rest eternally in peace.
Joe and Pretha Harrison
December 29, 2013
Sue Raven
Hoobie and Family, So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sue and Roger Raven
December 29, 2013
Dick Powell
So sorry for your loss, he so loved to play cards.
December 29, 2013
Cindy and family...
So very sorry to hear about your loss. RP was a stand up guy with a great disposition and wit. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Tricia Goolden Snyder
December 29, 2013
Diane(Cummings) Fraser
I was so sorry to learn of RP's passing. I attended highschool with him and he was always one to bring a smile to all who knew him. Sincere sympathies go out to his family. Sadly missed but never forgotten.
December 29, 2013
tim durand
cindy and family thoughts and prayers to you all sorry for your loss
December 28, 2013
Tracie Kroeger
Cindy and kids,
R was one of a kind and will surely be missed. Those that knew him will always remember his humor and love of life
Sending our deepest sympathies,
Kevin, Tracie and Will
December 28, 2013
John Northrop
I went to JCC with RP and he and I always did very well at the pick up bridge games!! I also was in the car business here in watertown and used to sell his dad cars back in the late 70's. Many years later I ran into him at a bridge tourny in Watertown and we had a few laughs remembering things from our JCC days.
My sympathies and prayers go out to you all. I am glad I knew him and was friends with him.
December 28, 2013
Joan Trivilino
I am so sorry for your family's loss. My sincere sympathy to you all. God bless,
December 28, 2013
Sara Farley
Sending our deepest sympathies.
December 27, 2013
Michael Brashaw
Cindy, Joslyn, Colin & Courtney,
You are in our thoughts. RP was a "one of a kind" and will be dearly missed by all who had the good fortune of knowing him.
Michael & Maureen
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