Paul J. McDonald

November 8, 1935 - November 17, 2020

Paul J. McDonald of Weatherly, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Born November 8, 1935 to Kathryn McDonald (nee Heeney), he attended Weatherly High School where he met his future bride, Dorothy Kostic. After High School, Paul served in the Army and was commissioned as an MP at Forts Benning and Gordon before returning to PA where he continued his service in the PA National Guard. Following his discharge, he moved to NJ where he mastered the printing trade and raised his family. Paul and Dorothy were the proud parents of Paul T. McDonald (Debie), John J. McDonald, Sharon A. McDonald, and Thomas McDonald (Karen). Paul also leaves 3 grandchildren: Grace, Sean and Ryan McDonald. After raising their family, Paul and Dorothy built their retirement home and moved back to Weatherly in 1990. They enjoyed playing cards, trips to the casino, and being with family. Paul was preceded in death by Dorothy in 2013 and his son, Paul T. in 2015. Private funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of 211 First street Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. (570) 427-4231 Interment St. Nicholas R.C.C. Cemetery Weatherly, Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, Paul's family requests a donation to the American Cancer Society if you are able. Online condolences or a fond memory of Paul may be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com