'I can't believe it's been 4 years since his passing. I was just thinking about some of the kindest most genuine people I have ever know and of course I thought of Tinker. Tinker, you are still missed and will not be forgotten.'

'I love you Mr. McDonald!! This little girl riding her bike to meet Pam always a 'Lil' late. Somethings never change~like how dear you have always been and always will be to so many. My heart is blessed because of yours'

'I won the lottery in August 1990 by moving in next to Betty and Tinker. Tinker was my other father and my children's grandpa. There are not enough words to express how I feel about Tinker, but I loved him dearly and will miss him. He was my friend, advisor, resident man of all trades, and truly one of a kind. My love and condolences to Betty, Pam, Kim and Brad and their families. He was a great man and always a gentleman.'

'My sincere condolences to the entire family. May the Lord grant you comfort and peace during this time of loss and bless you with many fond memories, including the memories of Mr. McDonald supporting our Windcrest Cowboys football team and Little League baseball in our younger years. He truly made a positive impact on us and served as a great role model. We will keep your family in our prayers and thoughts, and keep the faith of being united in Heaven above. 

With sympathy and in Christ's love,
Scott Steinbring and family'

'Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May fond memories bring comfort in the days to come.'

'My prayers and thoughts are with Betty and the McDonald family. As a young engineer fresh out of college, I worked with Tinker as a traffic engineer. I remember Tinker for what he taught me and his ability to solve problems and make things work. I was blessed to have Tinker in my life as a teacher, coworker and most of all friend.'

'So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I have many memories out at the farm as well as time spent hunting together. He was so full of stories and could make you smile/laugh anytime. He will surely be missed.'

'I enjoyed the time I spent working with Tinker. HE will be missed by all .'

'I had the privilege of living next door to the McDonald's in Windcrest from 2002-2005. He treated my children like he was their dear granddad. He was the best neighbor and friend a person could ask for. He was a man of integrity and really lived out his faith in action. He will be missed.'

'Betty, I know he will be sorely missed by you, family, and all who know him. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

Charles Weimer'

'I have such fond memories of Tinker, Betty, and the kids; more like extended family than family friends. I share in your sorrow and extend my love to you all. Prayers for comfort and peace. Love to you all.'

'Tinker was a good friend and mentor, especially when I was a young engineer working for the City. The friendship and mentorship continued after his retirement. I and his many former City friends and associates will miss having him around. I wonder what the Lord will have Tinker do; I guess the Lord will break things so Tinker can stay busy fixing them.'

'My thoughts and prayers to the family. I feel happy knowing that Mom and Tinker are now smiling down on us, free of pain. I love you all.'

'Precious Cousin, so many childhood memories. Tinker will be missed. Prayers are with the Family.
Betty Ritchie'

'My thoughts and prayers are with Betty and the kids. Tinker was a very special man, and as I grew up I always felt like he was more a brother than my cousin.'

'My prayers go out to all of the family!'

'My deepest sympathy to all. Thoughts and prayers to each of you during this time of loss. I have many fond memories of Tinker and our families being together growing up.'

'We have been lucky to be Tinker and Betty McDonald's neighbors since 2005. He was a servant to his church, a loving husband, and a man's man. He was so helpful and handy with tools and projects. Tinker decorated our yard before we arrived home with our son Alan in 2009, and has been an honorary grandpa to him ever since. We love Tinker and all the McDonald family.'

OBITUARY

Eugene R. Tinker McDonald

August 4, 1931 – May 31, 2016

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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