Joseph John McDonald Obituary
The memory of Joseph John McDonald of Red Bank, New Jersey, who passed away on April 10, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Joseph John may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Joseph John touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond McDonald and Katherine McDonald; and his brother Raymond "Bud". He is survived by: his wife Rosemarie; his children, Patti (Charlie), Ed (Linda), Chris and Ray; and also Pat (Dick).
Visitation was held on Tuesday, April 15th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the John E. Day Funeral Home (85 Riverside Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday, April 16th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the St. Anthony of Padua RC Church (121 Bridge Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701). A burial was held on Wednesday, April 16th 2025 from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM at the Mt. Olivet Cemetery (100 Chapel Hill Rd, Red Bank, NJ 07701).
