src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. Two great grandchildren, Bentley McDonald and Harper McDonald. "I would have to put [Wilkinson] in the same category as Vince Lombardi," Mr. McDonald once said. Thomas Richard McDonald, 87, of Springfield, passed away on October 30, 2022 at his residence. The last player to perform without a face mask, he rarely missed a game and made a habit of popping immediately to his feet after a particularly hard tackle. "I earned Dad a nice piece of change that way," Mr. McDonald said. We knew them to be a very loving and Christian family. He always seemed to come up with a clutch catch. The Eagles won, 17-13, at Franklin Field in Philadelphia. Thomas married Annalee Padget in Springfield on November 4, 1956 and she survives. She was born in Harnett County on Jan. 3, 1936, to He was Christian by faith. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, sister Linda Kuykendall and brothers; Jerry, Charlie Edwin and Derrell Wayne. A Hall of Fame receiver, and an irrepressible one-of-a-kind character. When his father visited nearby towns, he often bet the locals that his son could outrace any of theirs. He was preceded in death by five siblings and one grandson James J. Smith V. After his honorable discharge, Thomas completed accounting courses and was employed as an accountant at J. Walter Thompson and Memorial Sloan Kettering where he retired in 2002 after over 25 years of service. We are sad to announce that on August 27, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Tommy McDonald of Ellenwood, Georgia, born in Hiawassee, Georgia. Born in Malden on April 19, 1936 he was the son of the late Veronica (Richards) Sullivan. Tommy was born in Guin, Ala to Alton & Mable McDonald. Over the next four games, Mr. McDonald caught nine more passes for 228 yards and three touchdowns. Eubank Cedar Creek Funeral Home & Memorial Park. I was on the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1962 I think, and the headline was Football's Best Hands. B-E-S-T! Ways to honor Tommy McDonald's life and legacy. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Joe, more formally Joseph Charles McDonald, took over as Editor-in-Chief from John Dennis ( 1 ) in 1997, while the journal was still being published by Nuclear . Asked in a 2012 interview with Bleacher Report what his strengths were as a player, McDonald said: Good instincts and good hands. Our thoughts and prayers are with his WONDERFUL family and enormous circle of friends! On holidays, obituaries must be received with prepayment before noon for publication the following day. He will by missed by so many. players to refuse to wear a face mask, fearing it would obstruct his vision. :heart: The Kent & Linda Pharaoh family extends their sincerest sympathy to the family in the loss of their father, Tomme. God made hope for the dead possible by sending his Son to die for us . A memorial service will be held at 12:30pm on Monday November 7, 2022 at Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 East Allen Street, with burial to follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Tomme Wayne McDonald, 75, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022 in Madill , OK. Tomme was born on March 5, 1947 in Amarillo, TX to Weldon Tommy McDonald and Elna Ernestine (Green) McDonald. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and then with the New York . May you be comforted knowing God promises to be close to the earth and truly cares for your family. I met Tommy in 1968 after his career had ended. There are so many good memories of singing to his guitar playing and just being around the two of them. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Mr. Tommy Gene McDonald to the Berean Baptist Church, 2843 Rex Road, Ellenwood, Georgia30294. During his three years of varsity play at Oklahoma, the Sooners never lost a game. Casa Julia. Tommy McDonald, the flamboyant, record-setting Hall of Fame receiver who starred on the Eagles 1960 NFL Championship team, died Monday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced. May the Lord pour out His Peace and Comfort on you in your time of bereavement. May the God of all peace bring comfort to the McDonald family and friends at this difficult time. Son of deceased parents William "The Chief" McDonald & Marie. Son, Tommy Gene McDonald, Jr. of Flowery Branch, two daughters, Marsha McDonald Robinson (Scott C.) of Pell City, Alabama and Julia Diann Pontsler (Tim A.) VALDOSTA - Valdosta High center Essence Cody was presented her McDonald's All-American jersey in a ceremony Feb. 15. But when an Oklahoma basketball coach saw him play in an all-star football game, he recommended that the Sooners' football coach, Bud Wilkinson, sign him. On behalf of the Philadelphia Eagles, I would like to express our deepest condolences to the entire McDonald family.". Sign the Guest Book. May the God of all comfort be with family and loved ones. They always talked about you're size. 1Pet 5:6,7. championship, died on Monday in. A Sad day in MudvilleMY ALL-TIME HEROnone higher than Tommy Tommy McDonald died todayWithout him no 1960 Eagles Championship; he caught the only touchdown from Norm Van Brocklinfell in a snowbank and the crowd picked him up, how appropriate! Let others know about your loved one's death. Psalms 9:9. IN THE CARE OF. While in Henryetta he worked as a Physicians Assistant, was a member of the Henryetta Chamber of Commerce, the Church of Christ, and he served on the school board. The biggest thing I have learned is not to struggle with the big boys, he wrote in Sports Illustrated. Copyright 2007 - 23 American Funeral Service. His greatest joy was his family and spending time with them. Rest in peace Tommy. I am from Philly and met him at a Eagles game after he retired and was representing a company with Eagles Cheerleaders. Grief Support. She is survived by her daughters, Jocelyne McDonald, New Minas; and Rachelle . May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. To lose giants like Tommy, tears a little piece of our heart out. Today, 55 years after he last played for the Eagles, he still ranks second in franchise history with those 66 touchdown catches, behind only Harold Carmichaels 79. He sandpapered his fingertips before every game, Didinger wrote. 7 friends sent flowers to the family of Tomme Wayne McDonald. But, man, he'd make one excellent flanker.". Thomas Richard McDonald, 87, of Springfield, passed away on October 30, 2022 at his residence. The Eagles traded McDonald to the Dallas Cowboys in 1964 for a kicker and two undistinguished linemen. Thomas was born in Brooklyn, NY to Margaret (Jennings) and Thomas. McDonald was voted to six Pro Bowls, five times as an Eagle and once with the Los Angeles Rams. God bless his family. He figures any play that doesnt go for a touchdown is a failure, Wilkinson told The Daily Oklahoman. When he was in his teens, his family moved to Albuquerque, where his father was a licensed electrician. Bill retired from Eastman Retirement was difficult for the hyperactive ex-football star. They settled in Yonkers, NY and joined Saint Barnabas Parish in the Woodlawn section of the Bronx. Thomas O. McDonald August 29, 1944 - January 8, 2022 Share Obituary: Obituary & Events Tribute Wall 2 Share a memory Plant a tree Obituary Please share a memory of Thomas to include in a keepsake book for family and friends. The Eagles, who had selected running backs Clarence Peaks and Billy Ray Barnes in the first two rounds, quickly converted Mr. McDonald into a wide receiver and kick returner. Eubank Cedar Creek Funeral Home & Memorial Park, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Evans Funeral Home, Inc, 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. He nonetheless became an all-American with an unbeaten national-champion Oklahoma team, and then he wondered if he could vie with burly pro players. Never showed he was hurt ,would bounce up after getting plowed. The family will receive friends at the graveside, those attending should wear protective masks and maintain safe social distancing due to the COVID19 outbreak. Son of deceased parents William "The Chief" McDonald & Marie McDonald Kalb. Sign up for service and obituary updates. 2 in touchdowns among receivers, No. Born on July 18, 1941, he was the son of the late Thomas. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. To the friendly and so . And our hopes are that all of us can pay him an ENORMOUS and well-deserved tribute by living our lives by treating others the way Tommy did!! Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Carol Yvonne MacDonald Obituary. RIP, I am so sorry for your loss. Guillaume Scheer - Les Plaisirs Gourmands. Before retiring in 1968, he amassed 495 receptions for 8,410 yards and was a six-time Pro Bowler. He passed away surrounded by love in his daughter's home after a brief stay at Hospice of Dayton. The pro's was just icing on the cake. He was 84. Tommy was born on October 29, 1968 to parents William Edgar McDonald and Roxy Geraldine Nicar and entered into eternal rest on May 26, 2017 at the age of 48. I have it framed. Would you like to offer Tommy McDonalds loved ones a condolence message? . I also loved playing golf with my Uncle Tom. Mr. McDonald was a very nice man. He was good to and for others. Mr. McDonald just said no to wearing a helmet with a facemask! See you in heaven. Van Brocklin, who had been a brilliant passer with the Los Angeles Rams and was closing out his Hall of Fame career as an Eagle, tutored McDonald and his fellow receivers in the art of running pass patterns. 1:52 PHILADELPHIA (AP) Tommy McDonald, the small, speedy and sure-handed receiver who teamed with quarterback Norm Van Brocklin to help the Philadelphia Eagles win the 1960 NFL championship,. "He just beats him.". Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Michael was a maintenance technician for Georgetown College and he enjoyed fishing, hunting and . Condolences to his family and friends. All Rights Reserved. We would go over all the moves: outs, corners, posts, hooks, pitchouts, centers, crosses, everything, McDonald said in a 1964 article for Sports Illustrated, written with Tex Maule. My sincerest condolences to the McDonald family. Well done Tommy! Tommy L. McDonald, age 89, of Sherman, TX, passed away at Focused Care Nursing , Linden, TX on Monday, February 1, 2021. He was 84. I was lucky to have Tommy call me on the phone once and talk to me on his dime for roughly half an hour. When the Hall of Fame finally called in 1998, Mr. McDonald marked his induction with one of the most enthusiastic, heartfelt and bizarre acceptance speeches ever. Osceola, Arkansas where Bishop A.L. Loved Mum of Neville and Cheryl, and Ros and Phil de Silva. He was a man of character, both on and off the field, who exemplified all the qualities that we hope to represent as an organization. We all came to the buffet fully decked out in our Raider Nation costumes. 111 Reviews Reichstett, Strasbourg . 7:1 A good name is better than good oil, and the day of death is better than the day of birth. Then I arrived in Philadelphia, where they had two Hall of Fame quarterbacks. Thomas Jefferson "Tom" Young, Jr. Thomas Jefferson "Tom" Young, Jr., 80 of Winnabow died Tuesday, February 22, 2023 at Trinity Grove Nursing Center in Wilmington. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. I sent him a letter the following week to thank him for his genuine kindness that day. Thomas McDonald's passing on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 has been publicly announced by Fairfield Funeral Home in Fairfield, CA. Wide receiver Tommy McDonald was a third-round draft pick of the Philadelphia Eagles in 1957. My dad, Scotty, was pretty close with Tommy as they grew up together. I am very sorry for your loss. Often, after touchdowns, he danced and leaped into the arms of his quarterback. Linda Faye Oliver of Osceola, Arkansas was born August 12, 1954 in Nodena, Arkansas the daughter of Freeman Henry and Naomi Grice. . A jubilant Mr. McDonald danced to disco music, chest-bumped other inductees, told a few wince-producing jokes about his wife and, at times, could barely catch his breath. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord. Who wins 5 gold medals?. California residents do not sell my data request. Born in St. Albans Naval Hospital Queens February 28, 1961. Thomas married Annalee Padget in Springfield on November 4, 1956 and she survives. Thomas Edward McDonald 11/17/1948 - 06/15/2021 Thomas Edward McDonald 11/17/1948 - 06/15/2021 He was an active parishioner at Our Lady of Fatima in Scarsdale. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1998. Latest News Left to cherish his memory are his children; Phillip McDonald & Cathy of Sherman, TX, Tony McDonald & Denise of Grand Junction, CO, Brian McDonald of Denison, TX, Jennifer Morrow & Rex of Howe, TX, Gary McDonald & Lynn of Farmersville, TX, and Desiree Brown & Brian of Sherman, TX, his twelve grandchildren; Jeremiah, Jessica, Sarah, Alecia, Ashleigh, Joshua, CT, Lang, Damon, Rebecca, Tasha, Michael John , his eleven great-grandchildren; Gentry, Olivia, Amerie, Evyon, HLani, KataLeya, Daniel, Giovanni, Elijah, Marcus, Michael, other extended family and many friends. It is with great sadness that I write to advise that Joe McDonald, former Editor-in-Chief for Radiation Protection Dosimetry, passed away peacefully on 14 May 2022 at the age of 80. Whichever way a tackler wants to take me is the way I am perfectly happy to go. He was a six-time Pro Bowl selection, catching 495 passes and scoring 84 touchdowns during his 12 year career, winning the 1960 NFL Championship with the Eagles. Published: February 25, 2023. May he Rest In Peace. William A. Pollman, age 86, of Merrimac, formerly a longtime Wakefield resident, died Tuesday, February 21 at the Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital in Haverhill. The journey ahead will be long and hard, but stay strong in your endeavor to continue on. We are so blessed to have had both Tomme and Shirley in our lives, two amazing Christians theta will forever be in our hearts. He also played for the Falcons, Rams, Cowboys, and Browns. "Tommy McDonald lived life like he played the game of football," Pro Football Hall of Fame president. Tommy was my Football hero. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. He always brought a SUPER smile to my face when he came to our store. He added another 55 a year later but by 1968, at age 34, he was finished. Kent & Linda Pharaoh. But he had a lot of football left in him. Their son, Mike, and our son, Brian, enjoyed hunting and fishing adventures together on numerous occasions. Mr. R.I.P One of the "GREATEST" players EVER !! He called my home to thank me for the letter and we began to call each other from time to time until he became sick. May it bring you comfort in knowing that thinking of the fond and happy times will keep him alive in your hearts and memory. in memory of Mr. Tommy Gene McDonald, please visit our floral store. The Deerfield-Windsor soccer teams battled valiantly Tuesday against Thomas County Central but the Lady Knights fell 1-0 and the boys battled to a 0-0 tie with the Yellow Jackets. He said it made his fingers more sensitive and helped him feel the ball. His father, Clyde E., was a farmer there and his mother, Beulah (Proctor) McDonald, was a homemaker. Tom was born October 7, 1944 at Wright Field in Fairborn Ohio to the late Ralph and . Hit as he reached the end zone, he slid into a snow bank and was hoisted to his feet by dozens of delirious fans. . MacDONALD, Janice 'Jan' November 24, 1939 - February 23, 2023 . Thomas cherished his grandchildren, he took every opportunity to be with them whether it was a trip to Coney Island or the dentist. James Thomas Smith, Jr., 80, of Chesterfield Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, with family surrounding him. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Tommy McDonald to show support. "I was always fast," he said. But he was also among the toughest. Mr. McDonald is also survived by his children: Lauralee (James) Smith of Petersburg and Lisa Needham of Springfield, three grandchildren: Kathleen (Troy) Rexilius, Kimberly (Stephen) Priller and Noah Needham, two great-grandchildren: Evan and Riley Priller and one sister Betty Breese. Little man that played much bigger.Had a big heart GO EAGLES. 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