About This Memory Space
This page was created for Bobby Lee McDonald's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Bobby Lee McDonald's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Bobby Lee McDonald. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Bobby Lee McDonald carved a path of steadfast service and quiet strength, leaving behind a legacy woven from decades of dedication to country, community, and kin. Born in the rolling hills of Kentucky, he built a life marked by honor, faith, and unwavering commitment.
From his early days in Taylorsville, Kentucky, Bobby embraced a journey defined by resilience and purpose. Rising through the ranks with discipline honed in naval service, he transitioned seamlessly into roles that safeguarded others, always guided by a moral compass rooted in his upbringing. A devoted church member at Grace Fellowship, he found solace and purpose in fellowship, balancing a life of duty with moments of reflection and gratitude.
Bobby's professional life shone brightly through his exemplary naval tenure, retiring as Chief Petty Officer after serving as a Vietnam War veteran. His expertise extended to the Veteran's Administration, where he led as Chief of Security Services, ensuring safety and order for those who served. These chapters highlight a career built on leadership, vigilance, and profound respect for fellow service members.
Photos of Life
Family & Loved Ones
Bobby poured his heart into nurturing bonds that spanned generations, delighting in the simple joys of family milestones and everyday adventures. He shared a devoted partnership with his wife, Karen Coppock McDonald, while proudly guiding his children, James (Christine) McDonald and Bobbi (Robert) Kennedy. His world expanded with grandchildren Richard, Kayla, Parker, and Jared, plus great-grandchildren Grayson, Lucian, Ethan, Aleeah, and Adrian, whom he cherished with boundless affection. Even amid losses like his brothers Clarence, Albert, Joe, sisters Clarene Ritter and Betty Ritter, and parents Clarence Henry and Willie Mae, he remained a pillar for surviving sister Mildred Dailey and brother Michael McDonald.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Echoes from the community capture Bobby as a pillar of reliability and kindness, with shared reflections underscoring his gentle humor, faithful spirit, and the security he brought to every circle he entered.
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