Lawrence H. McDonald, age 80, formerly a longtime resident of Oak Park, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023. He was the beloved husband of the late Judith. Loving son of the late Frank and Martha (nee Manthei) McDonald. Dear brother of the late Eleanor (the late George) Patek and baby brother George McDonald. Fond uncle of David (Melinda) Patek and Laura (Michael II) Dow. Great uncle of Amanda, Joey, and Rachael Patek. Lawrence graduated with a Bachelor Degree from DePaul University in Chicago and worked for many years for the Social Security Administration. Funeral services and burial at Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery will be held privately. Arrangements entrusted to Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home. Donation in his memory would be appreciated to the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607 or www.mercyhome.org.