Donald Edward McDowell
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Donald Edward McDowell, 93, of Myrtle Beach, passed away on June 15, 2021, at his residence with loved ones by his side. Donald was born June 26, 1927, in Milesburg, Pennsylvania, a son to the late Robert Leo McDowell Sr. and Almeda Rose McDowell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his dear wife Delores Anne McDowell.
In life, Donald proudly served in the US Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He was a faithful member of the Belin United Methodist Church and sang in the choir. He loved music and singing and enjoyed travelling. He was a lifetime member of the VFW. Donald was also a Past Master of the Masonic Lodge. His greatest joy in life however was spending time with his family.
Donald is survived by a large and loving family, including his daughter Michele Merico (Mark) of Thurmont, MD; his daughter Stephanie McDowell of Fairmont, WV; and his daughter Donna Bernecker of Reston, VA. He is also survived by his many grandchildren, Allyson Forbes (Andrew) of Victor, NY; Matt Merico (Sarah) of Falling Waters, WV; Caitlin Merico of Manassas, VA; Jason Sauro of Myrtle Beach; Jennifer Plumley (Walter) of Fairmont, WV; Richard Bernecker of Ashburn, VA; and finally, his great-grandson Collin Sauro.
The family will receive friends during a visitation on Tuesday, June 22 from 5 - 7 PM at Goldfinch Funeral Home in Murrells Inlet. A memorial service will be held to honor Donald on Wednesday, June 23 at 11:00 AM at Belin United Methodist Church in Murrells Inlet. Inurnment will follow at the church columbarium. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made in Donald's honor to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org). Condolence messages may be left for the family at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.