He was preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother, Joseph Robert McDonald. He is survived by his long-time companion, Janet Gaines who has been steadfast in her support of him.
He is also survived by his older brother, John Anthony McDonald, and his younger sister, Mary Kathleen McDonald Swartz. He is also survived by his six children, James Patrick McDonald, Jr., Robert Anthony McDonald, Alesia McDonald Wolfe, Sean Aaron McDonald, Mary Catherine McDonald and John Stephen McDonald. In addition, 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren survive.
Pat graduated from Denton High School in 1956. He proudly served in the Texas Army National Guard from the mid-1960s to the mid-1970’s. Pat never strayed too far away from the Dallas area and retired from the Tarrant County Sheriff's Department where he worked for many years.
His loves included working with and riding horses, music, history and racing, but his first and biggest love was his six children. He forged a bond with them that will not be broken by his death and will live on forever in their hearts. He was a quiet man with a big, Texas-sized heart. He was a devout man of God all his days.
Funeral arrangements: Calvary Hill Dallas, Viewing, Sunday July 16th 2017 from 11am to 4pm. Funeral, Monday, July 17th 2017 10am, Burial at 11am.
Ride off in peace, Cowboy!
