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Joe B. Mcdonald

January 31, 1933 — July 13, 2023

Beltsville, Maryland

Joe B McDonald 90 of Beltsville, MD. Passed away on Wednesday July 13,2023 at home with family by his side.

Born January 31,1933 in Tennessee

Son of the late Bugg and Vergie (Madwell) McDonald

Joe is survived by his wife of 48 years, Josephine McDonald;  son, Ricky Day and wife, Michaelann of Martinsburg, WV, daughter, Teresa Ward of Cumberland, MD, daughter, Tina Sloop of Cumberland, MD and son, Timothy Day of Cumberland, MD; grandfather of 16, great-grandfather of 15 and great-great grandfather of 7,

He is preceded in death by his brother, Douglas McDonald and daughter, Patricia McDonald

Joe and his wife had a very special little man in his life. Joe's great-grandson, Evan Ward was considered more like a son to him. Joe took Evan under his wing and taught him a lot. For the past year as his health was failing Evan stuck by his great-grandfather and never left his side day or night; even sleeping beside him on the couch so if he needed anything Evan was there to help him so his Papal would never be alone.

Crpl. Joe B. McDonald was in the United States Army and a Veteran of the Korean War

Joe retired from United Brick Masonry after 30+ years as a Foreman. Joe was also a musician in a Band named BLUE COUNTRY. He could play all kinds of Instruments as well as Sing.

MILITARY HONORS will be accorded at the Cemetery with HONOR Guards.

Joe had a very Big Heart and loved helping others out even having a strong bond with his neighbors.

He will be missed deeply by ALL.

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