Gary "Mac" Earl McDonald

Gary Earl “Mac” McDonald, 74, of Joseph, passed away on his birthday, Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at a local care facility in La Grande. Per his request, there will not be a service. Mac was born on November 11, 1946 in Los Angeles, CA to Earl and Lenore “Lee” (Terlizzi) McDonald. He attended school in California and was a proud member of the 1950’s rock and roll band called the “Del Reys”. His fondest memories were of his time playing in the band. He became an Oregonian at heart after moving to Oregon in his early 30’s. Mac worked as a heavy equipment operator most of his life before retiring in Joseph, OR. He enjoyed fishing at Wallowa Lake with his best buddies, Scott and Charlie. He loved the town of Joseph with all it’s beauty and wonderful people. He spent much of his time hiking and walking through town. His final days were spent at Wildflower Lodge in La Grande where he received much love and joy offering everyone daily hugs. His daughters would like to thank the staff at Wildflower and Heart ‘n Home Hospice for taking such good care of Mac. Mac is survived by his daughters, Michelle McDonald of San Rafael, CA and Kimberly McDonald of Bend, OR. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Lee McDonald.