David E. MacDonald, age 97, of Downers Grove, formerly a longtime south side resident. US Army Veteran / WWII. Beloved husband of Margaret. Loving father of Janet (Michael) Cain, Robin (Jack) Krynicki, Neil (late Nora) MacDonald, Eric (Tina) MacDonald and Paul (Mary) MacDonald. Proud grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 19.5. Dear brother of the late Donald (late Betty) MacDonald and the late Diann (late Sam) Kooistra. Fond uncle to many. David will be remembered as a devoted Cubs fan and an avid fisherman who is still waiting for that big bass. Visitation 4-8 p.m. Sunday December 8th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove. Prayers 9:15 a.m. Monday December 9th from the funeral home to St. Mary of Gostyn Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Entombment Assumption Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, have a bowl of ice cream and keep smiling. Funeral home phone 630-964-6500
He sure knew how to tell a story. We’ll miss him terribly. Prayers of love coming your way from your Cali fam.
We love you Dad, so much. Going to really miss you, catch that big one in heaven. Eric and family.
Oh Eric and family, my heart goes out to you. Such a hard time…. may your memories comfort you.
Eric and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s (Grandpa) passing. May his memory always be for a blessing. Thinking of you all at this time.
Bill and Julie Sukenik