Raymond Scott McDonald, 73, of Front Royal, Virginia passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 27, 2023.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 10:30 AM at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal with the Rev. Marc Roberson and Pastor Noah Goss officiating. Burial will follow at Panorama Memorial Gardens.
Ray was born on February 5, 1950 in Warren County to the late Jean and William McDonald. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Micki McDonald; stepsons, Timmy Brogan and Chuckie Brogan (fiancée Shay Horvers); sisters, Pat Giles (Skip) and Carolyn Hilton (Don); brother, Roger McDonald (Melva) and many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his step granddaughter, Madison Brogan.
Ray loved God, his family, his friends and the Lions Club, which he joined in 1994. While being a life-long member, Ray served as President in 2000, District Governor in 2010 and was Zone Leader for numerous years.
Ray (known to many as always having a toothpick in the corner of his mouth) enjoyed Lions pin trading, family gatherings, cruises, watching the ocean and traveling to many places, such as Australia, Alaska, Nova Scotia, Seattle and Knoxville.
In addition to working part time for Food Lion, Ray retired in 2016 after working 44 years for the DMV where he ended his career as manager of the weigh scales on I-81.
Pallbearers will be Chad McDonald, Kenny Giles, Skip Giles, Bruce Yahner, Dan Coffee and Carol McDonald.
Honorary pallbearers will be Bart Bartholomew, Sheldon McDonald and Alvin McDonald.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that expressions of sympathy be made to the Front Royal Lions Club or to the Riverton United Methodist Church.
Mac was a good friend to my father, Marshall Lineweaver. My sincere condolences to his family.
Thank you very much Kathy. I’m rays sister Carolyn. Don and I lived in the little brick house that Marshall had for about 10 years. I loved that house. We now live in Staunton va. Ray was such a loving brother and I loved him so much. He and Marshall had sure did have good times together!!!!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Sending our deepest condolences,
The Gentiva Hospice Team
so sorry mick for your loss. love ya.
So sorry for your loss. I knew Ray many years ago…a very nice man. He was related to one of the friends, Bill Shadler, who lived in Roanoke. Bill and Reba spoke often of Ray. You all will be in my thoughts.
Ray was a great guy, great Lion,and will be missed, Prayers for him and his family John Largent
Thank you Joyce. I will miss my loving brother.
We are so sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and family. May he rest in peace.
Mike and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of Ray. I remember when we met both of you on the cruise to Nova Scotia. I’ll always treasure that time. One thing I remember about Ray is that he always had a tooth pick in his mouth. You both made beautiful memories together and I know these will help you get through this difficult time.
Gail, He was buried with a toothpick in his mouth! Thank you for remembering him. Pat (sister).
My deepest sympathy to Micki and the family. Ray was a dear friend. I will always have fond memories of our class of 1969 reunions and dinners. May God give you all comfort during the days ahead. Love
So sorry for your loss. Ray was a terrific guy and great Lion. He will be missed by many of his Lion family.
I can remember making apple butter with the McDonald family (Ray along with brothers/sisters) in the distant past. Always a friendly happy guy. May he rest in peace.
Glenn thank you so much for the beautiful flowers. I saved a pink rose out of it. We had a video pictures before service and Pat had some of you,Alan,Ray Pat, Roger me and Ray together. We were very very little and young!!! Must have been after a Sunday dinner mom and Marie would have. Good ole days. Ray had a beautiful service today and I will miss my loving brother
Thank you for your kind words and the beautiful flowers, Glenn. I can send you the picture Carolyn mentioned if you send me your email ( through Jane and Alan?). Sears
Mickey, & Family
Betsy and I would like to offer our sincerest condolences over the passing of Ray.
I’ve always felt that Ray was a very Brave and peaceful friend.
May the Lord console you all and comfort you in your Grief.
The Philip Good family
Very sad to hear and my condolences for your loss. 20+ years ago I worked with Ray at Food Lion. He was always fun to be around and he made the work more enjoyable for everyone. Ray was truly one-of-a-kind and will certainly be missed.
Thank you for your kind words, Joyce. I am sure Ray would have remembered you and your family. Reba mentions you often.