Jasper Mcdonald,

Sr.

OBITUARY

"I have fought a good fought, I have finished my course; I have kept

the faith:" II Timothy 4:7

Brother Jasper McDonald, Sr., a native of McIntosh, Alabama, and a resident of St. Stephens, Alabama, was born on May 13, 1950, to theLate Jessie McDonald, Sr. and Sister Sarah Ann Adams McDonald.   He was 73.

Death sealed Jasper's lips on Friday, February 2, 2024, at his home inSt. Stephens, Alabama.

At an early  age,   Jasper  joined St. Union Baptist Church in McIntosh, Alabama. Later, he joined the St. Union Baptist Male Chorus.

Brother McDonald, a 1968 graduate of McIntosh High School, was a member   and   star   athlete   on   the   1968   McIntosh   High   School Championship Team.  He continued his educational journey at Alabama A&M   University   in   Huntsville,   Alabama,   on   a   four-year   football scholarship.

While   working   at   Olin   Chemical   Corporation,   McIntosh,   Alabama,   he operated   Mac's Tire Shop in Leroy, Alabama, at the same time.   He retired from Olin after 35 years as a supervisor. Later, he opened and operated J. McDonald Trucking Company with over eight transporters, and he was the proud owner of McDonald's Cattle and Hay Farm in St. Stephens, Alabama.  He followed in the footsteps of his ancestors, and he recognized the importance of fostering better urban-rural relations.

He became an advocate for understanding the challenges that farmers face and their contributions and achievements. He aimed to generate a greater interest in the lives of farmers and ranchers in Alabama.   His dedication   to   this   cause   likely   stemmed   from   his   deep-rooted connection to his family's agricultural background.   He saw the hard work  and   dedication   that   farmers  undergo  and  believed   that   it  was essential for others to understand and appreciate.  To describe Jasper as "a work horse," is truly an understatement. He was dependable and dedicated   to   both   his   family   and   work,   and   he   had   a   strong commitment to pursuing his dreams and achieving success in all areas of   his   life.     He   was   full   of   life   with   various   accomplishments, experiences, and passions.

In his early years, his dancing skills, social status, and radiant smile were   indicators   of   his   jovial   personality.     His   passion   for   outdoor activities and hobbies included

He   was   preceded   in   death   by   his   father—Jessie   McDonald,  Sr.;   his mother—Sarah   Ann   Adams   McDonald;   and   his   siblings—Hiram McDonald,   Clarence   McDonald,   Jessie   M.   May,  Clamor   Glen   Jackson, Alma McGraw, and Curtis McDonald.

Jasper is survived by his loving and devoted family; his devoted wife—Linda Walters McDonald of St. Stephens, Alabama; four sons—Jasper (Tywanda)   McDonald,   Jr.   of   McIntosh, Alabama,  Stephen   (Emily) McDonald   of   Jackson,   Alabama,   Craig   (Grace)   Moses   of   McComb,

Mississippi, and Christopher (Youlanda) Moses of Columbus, Mississippi; three daughters—Cindy (Stanley) Peters of Ellisville, Mississippi, Mesha Ynetta McDonald of Mobile, Alabama, and Lolitha Williams of Malcolm, Alabama; four   brothers—Jessie   (Rachel)   McDonald,   Jr.   of   McIntosh,

Alabama, Earl "Johnny" (Dollie) McDonald of McIntosh, Alabama, David (Gwendolyn) Davis of Jackson, Alabama, and Marshall (Marva) Davis, Sr.   of   McIntosh,   Alabama;   six   sisters—Rosetta   Dotson   of   Saraland, Alabama,   Annie   Scandrick   of   Leroy,   Alabama,   Earnestine  Jackson   of

Mobile, Alabama,  Annette   Russell   of   McIntosh,   Alabama,   Sarah (Richard) Boykin of Jackson, Alabama, and Marilyn (Michael) Jackson of Birmingham,   Alabama;   a   goddaughter—Adriauna  Boykin;   15 grandchildren;   two   great-grandchildren;   a   devoted   family   member—Mother Dellie Mae Sullivan; four special friends—Strauder Marks, Frelix Simmons, Alton Cole, and T. I. Douglas; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.