of England, AR
January 28, 1932 - July 3, 2020
Harold McDonald, 88, received his heavenly reward on July 3, 2020. Harold grew up in Seaton, AR, but lived his entire adult life in England, AR.
He never met a stranger and was always willing to introduce himself by telling a story or a good joke. He loved to drink coffee with his friends at the ''coffee shop'' every morning. Harold was a ''Jack of all Trades''. During his lifetime he had many jobs, some of which included being a farmer, insurance agent, bookkeeper, tax preparer, and well driller. He could fix anything and was always willing to drop what he was doing to help others with their problems. He definitely modeled his favorite Bible verse Ephesians 4:32 which says ''Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.''
Harold was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of England where he served as Deacon, and member of the kitchen committee spending countless hours helping cook church meals such as the annual Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. Greers Ferry Lake was one of his favorite places to go with his family where he would joke that he was the Captain of his Boat, and his wife gave him permission to say so! He had a huge collection of caps, arrowheads, and old marbles on display in his office that he would gladly show you when you came to visit. He loved to go fishing and to deer camp with his granddaughters, McKenzie and Shelby, and cheer at England sporting events especially when they were participating. If you looked closely when you passed him on the road, you might see him playing his harmonica or singing along to Gaither gospel music.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Carole Anne McKenzie McDonald; his parents Ben and Virgie McDonald; his brothers General, Bill and Lyndell McDonald; sisters Thelma Williams, Dorothy Leonard, and Jean Rakestraw.
Survivors include two daughters Milicent McDonald and Rosalind Cheek; son-in-law Scott Cheek; two granddaughters who were the apple of his eye, McKenzie and Shelby Cheek; one sister, Dee Davis; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Public viewing will be throughout the day on Monday, July 6, 2020 at Roller Funeral Home in England. The family will be present for formal visitation from 6:00 8:00pm that evening.
The funeral service will be on Tuesday at 10:00 am July 7, 2020 at the First Baptist Church of England. Burial will follow at Mulberry Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of England, AR.
All guests over the age of 10 must wear a face covering to attend, and social distancing guidelines will be observed.
Funeral arrangements are by Roller England Funeral Home 501-842-3939.
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29 Condolence(s)
Terridyer
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
Millicent and Rosalind I am deeply saddened to hear of your daddy passing.Harold and your mother were dear friends and wonderful people in our city.I remember well your mom teaching us and your dad visiting with my dad at the local coffee shop.What sweet memories we have.They are greatly missed.Praying for your sweet family. With love Terri Wallace Dyer.
Terridyer
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
Millicent and Rosalind I am deeply saddened to hear of your daddy passing.Harold and your mother were dear friends and wonderful people in our city.I remember well your mom teaching us and your dad visiting with my dad at the local coffee shop.What sweet memories we have.They are greatly missed.Praying for your sweet family.
James R. & Cecily C. Bullard
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Millicent, Rosalind, McKenzie, Shelby and Dee we are so sorry to learn of Harold's death. We had become such good friends at the basketball games between England & Carlisle. He & James watched the games so faithfully while Carole Anne and I recalled the great times at ASTC (now UCA). When we moved back to AR after teaching in MO she & I got reaquainted.
Each of you will be in our thoughts as you begin to adjust to living without Harold in your daily lives. He & Carole Anne were very special friends to us.
Annette Rogers Haney
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Dear McDonald girls,
You are both still girls in my mind.
How fortunate you all are to have had the great love and support of two wonderful parents. I always enjoyed so much the big smile and the friendship of Carole Ann. She was a true woman of substance . Harold always friendly and acted as though he was happy to see you. He was a real family man for sure.
You are blessed to have a huge volume of great memories of all those wonderful years together. I have great memories of recitals and Christmas concerts with the McDonalds.
Love to you all and God bless.
Tara Scott
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
I will always remember Mr. Harold’s smile and his warm conversations. He always made a point to come say hi to us whenever he saw us, usually at church. He was a great man and we are blessed to have known him. All our love and prayers.
Tyler, Tara, London, Lincoln, and Luke Scott
Faith Fields
Monday, July 6, 2020
Harold was such a sweet man. Always smiling, always with a positive word! He was a great guy!
Carolyn Ward
Monday, July 6, 2020
Mr. Harold was a great man and will be missed by all. prayers for the family. With Love, Carolyn and David Ward
Mike & Edie Holladay
Monday, July 6, 2020
Praying for Rozie and Milicentt and families Mr Harold was a good man ,He will be greatly missed
Terry & Kay Bowie
Monday, July 6, 2020
Kerry Duerson
Monday, July 6, 2020
Never saw Harold without a smile!
True family man.
He will be missed, by many!
LaRhonda Chambers
Sunday, July 5, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss May God comfort you you all will be in my prayers
Patricia Carter-Lewis
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Mr. Harold was one of the nicest Men you would ever want to meet & especially call "A Friend" I believe Him & I were on the same schedule when it came to going to Kroger, I looked forward to seeing him there. He will be Forever Missed.
Jess and Susan Setzler
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers now and will continue to be in the days ahead. 💕
Dudley Webb,111
Sunday, July 5, 2020
A great man!
Dudley, Peggy and Amanda Webb
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Wishing we were there, but thinking of y’all just the same. Dudley,Peggy, Amanda
Joseph Abbate
Sunday, July 5, 2020
I will miss see and talking with you. Watching basketball and football games with you and Ms. Caroline rooting for the Lions.
Prayers for you two in Heaven.
Love
Bobbie Reese
Sunday, July 5, 2020
You were a pleasure to serve at the Waffle Shack. One of God's good guys.
Patsy Robinson
Sunday, July 5, 2020
My prayers for this sweet family, he was a wonderful Christian man, and now he is with his sweet wife,
Debbie Derden Cook
Sunday, July 5, 2020
You are in our thoughts and prayers! So sorry for your loss!
James Hobson
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Mr. Harold was a fine man and Good neighbor. He will definitely be missed by all who knew him.
Our prayers are with your family in this trying time of loss.ðŸ™
Reba Burks
Sunday, July 5, 2020
He was a great man will be praying for the family may God Bless them from the Burks añd Curtis family's
suzanne vick golladay
Sunday, July 5, 2020
My prayers and thoughts are with you girls at this sad time. He was loved and respected by all who knew him and you were most fortunate to have him nearby for so long. Much love.
Dennis & Kelly Alford
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Harold was such a kind and gentle man! He will be greatly missed! Prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Audrey Deniese Carter
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Mr. Harold. My friend.
Someone i looked up to. Someone I was proud to know. His kindness, his sense of humor, his Christianity... He lived the life that ALL should aspire to.
Ride that bike, Mr. Harold! Regards to your queen, Ms Carole Ann. And know what a mark you made here on earth.
Gods blessings to you all, his beloved family!
Bryan Strickland
Sunday, July 5, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Harold and Carol are with Aunt Jerry and Uncle Bob now. Their lifelong friendship was an inspiration. Such wonderful people! Love, Bryan Strickland
Kaye Talley
Sunday, July 5, 2020
Milicent and Rosalind, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family and know that God will give you comfort and peace.
Danny Dennis
Sunday, July 5, 2020
You will be Greatly missed.
Jigger & Paul Rogers
Saturday, July 4, 2020
Love all of y’all so much, and rejoicing that Harold is with his Sweetheart!! All of you are in our thoughts & Prayers..
Judy Richardson
Saturday, July 4, 2020
Mr Harold was such a fine man and I know he and Mrs Carol Anne are having a celebration together he was as just a great person