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Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" McDonald, who left us on January 16, 2025. While some affectionately knew him as Michael , he preferred Mike. Born in 1973, Michael was a beloved family man, a devoted enthusiast of his hobbies, and a pillar of strength and support in his family.

Michael is survived by his loving spouse, Deanna Lafrance; their daughters, Aja Lafrance and Jade McDonald; son-in-laws, Ryan …

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I remember the first day that we moved to Edsel Lane. Mike zoomed by on his Honda 80, from his grandma Cleo's place, as…
I remember the first day that we moved to Edsel Lane. Mike zoomed by on his Honda 80, from his gran…
I remember the first day that we moved to Edsel Lane. Mike zoome…
Our love goes out to all of you.  
Our love goes out to all of you.  
Our love goes out to all of you.  

God called your name so gently that only you could hear , Softly from the shadows Angels drawing near , you closed you …

God called your name so gently that only you could hear , Softly from the shadows Angels drawing ne…

God called your name so gently that only you could hear , Softly…

No child should see their Parent falter at such a young age, sending empathy & warm optimism ^^
No child should see their Parent falter at such a young age, sending empathy & warm optimism ^^
No child should see their Parent falter at such a young age, sen…

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What were Michael's favorite tv shows?
Didn’t watch much tv but he liked Game of Thrones
Didn’t watch much tv but he liked Game of Thrones
Didn’t watch much tv but he liked Game of Thrones
What were Michael's favorite books?
Car and stereo manuals
Car and stereo manuals
Car and stereo manuals
What were Michael's favorite foods?
Pretty much anything except spaghetti
Pretty much anything except spaghetti
Pretty much anything except spaghetti
What were Michael's favorite drinks?
Iced tea with splenda
Iced tea with splenda
Iced tea with splenda

Timeline

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Born

1973
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Graduated from high school

1992
Modesto, CA
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Had a child, Aja Lafrance

1996

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Cause of death

Kidney disease

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Ashes scattered

Ggs house

Lewis Funeral Chapel
Funeral services provided by

Lewis Funeral Chapel

Hospice care provided by

Hearts of hospice fort smith AR

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Michael "Mike" McDonald