Malcolm "M.D." David Hathaway

Malcolm David Hathaway, Jr., known throughout his life as "M. D.", transitioned from this earthly life on 7/8/23 at 80 years of age, at home surrounded by loved ones. M.D. grew up in the village of Churchland, Virginia and attended Norfolk County public schools through graduation from Churchland High School in 1961. He was awarded a football scholarship by the University of South Carolina and lettered in football there, making friends for a lifetime. He made connections with athletes from the entire Tidewater area as he enjoyed all sports and excelled in most. He was speaking with some of these lifelong friends throughout his recent illness.

M.D. worked for many years for McLean Contracting Company building bridges, piers, dry docks, interstate flyovers and the like in most of the Mid-Atlantic states, later working for Tidewater Construction Company and ending his career with Skanska USA. Many enduring family friendships were forged along the way. M. D. was the quintessential family man, always providing for his family in every possible way. Thus, the Hathaway home has always been a gathering place for our children's friends, friends and neighbors, and family...he was a true "home body" who enjoyed being home!

M.D. was preceded in death by his parents, and a twin sister, Betty Lou Butt. He is survived by his wife, Ann Ogg, daughter, Amy Hathaway (husband, Chase Andrews), son, Malcolm D. (Dave) Hathaway, III (wife, Stephy), a sister, Marilyn Gooden Sharpe, nieces, Michelle Wilkins Knowles and Mary Beth Gooden, and the Ogg family of nieces, nephews & cousins, all dear to him.

M.D. was a "people" person who made deep connections with those he was near, be it Heart Path rehab class, sports, work, or our children's friends. Nature and animals have always been a huge part of the Hathaway household for over 58 years of married life.

M.D. is missed by many. A celebration of life will be held in the coming months in his beloved mountains of Western NC where he lived his final years. No date has been set at this time.

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian in Arden, NC is assisting the family and a guest register is available online at www.grocefuneralhome.com or you may call (828) 687-3530.