Patsy Howton Mcdonald

Patsy H. McDonald

August 18, 1942 – March 13, 2020

Patsy Howton McDonald passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 surrounded by her family. She fought a long courageous battle with heart disease, but in the end the most amazing thing happened, disease lost its strength and grace appeared.  We needed it, accepted it and went with it.  Grace, love and mercy won…not heart disease.

Patsy was the much loved wife of the late Wilbur(Mac) McDonald and daughter of the late Lewis and Marie (Smith) Howton.

Patsy had a successful career as a leader, teacher and entrepreneur and was the owner of Patsy’s Bridal ‘N Formals in Groves, TX.

Left to honor and remember her are a beautifully blended family. Her children, Anita (Robert) Vaughn, Paula (Leonard) Walker, Pam (Tyler) Hurn, David (Joanne) McDonald, Glenn McDonald

Grandchildren: Ryan (Cara) Lewis, Brian Walker, Michael (Kelly) Walker, Sean (Allison) Kennaugh, Cory Kennaugh, Candice McDonald, Christopher McDonald

Great Grandchildren: Payton, Parker and Quinn Lewis, Gabe and Logan Walker, Wes and Madelyn Kennaugh, Liam McDonald

Siblings: Lewis (Marilyn) Howton, Jr., Carolyn (Robert) Simmons, Merilyn (Richard) Marriott, Brenda (Jim) Seratt.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home in Groves, TX. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park immediately following the service.

The family will greet friends and share memories from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.