David O'Donell "Donald" McKenney
May 3, 1932 ~ November 1, 2015
David “Donald” O’Donell McKenney, 83, of St. George Island, MD passed away on November 1, 2015 in Washington, DC. Born on May 3, 1932 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late Lottie Roena McKenney and David Amos McKenney. Donald was the loving husband of the late Phyllis Ann McKenney whom he married on October 29, 1953 in St. George Island, MD and preceded him in death on June 27, 2001. He is survived by his children: Shyrl Bradford of St. George Island, MD, Deborah Morley of Leonardtown, MD. 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Siblings: Ruby Goddard of Piney Point, MD, and Peggy Luczycki of Jacksonville, FL. He was preceded in death by his son David Gerald McKenney, and siblings; Lavern Thompson, and Mary Ellen Burke. Donald was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident and he was a waterman. He was a member of St. George Church Island Methodist Church, he loved: NASCAR racing, baseball, Washington Redskins, but most of all he loved the water and fishing.
The family will receive friends on Monday, November 9, 2015 from 5:00-8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at 10:00 AM in St. George Island Methodist Church Piney Point, MD with Pastor Tiffany Kramer officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be: David J. Morley, Chris Morley, David M. Morley, Ian Bradford, Francis Goddard, and David Burke. Contributions may be made to the ARC of Southern Maryland 22950 Abell Street Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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Debbie and Shyrl, Thinking of you at this sad time. Keep all the great memories that have been made thru the years close to your heart. Your Dad was there to help ones that were in need.
My deepest sympathy to Donell’s family. He was a fun guy. Always enjoyable.
A sad loss of a wonderful character.
Fredda Granados, a former SGI resident.
Our sincere condolences, thoughts & prayers go out to the family & friends of Donald “David” McKenny. We were deeply saddened to hear of Donald’s passing today, and we will always treasure such fond and special memories of our dear friend in our hearts forever. Donald was such an incredibly kind, caring, giving & wonderful person who had such a zest & passion for everything he did in life. May you RIP my friend.. yet still enjoy doing all the things you love so much in Heaven.
Love Always,
Jodi, Shelby & Linda Scott
Deb and family, I want to offer our deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. I know how much you loved him and that was quite apparent the last time we talked. There are not any words that I can offer to you and your family but know that all the members of the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department are here for you as we consider you a member of our family. I know that your Dad is in heaven and wrapped in the arms of our Lord.
Debbie and Shyrl: Our hearts go out to you in the loss of Uncle Donell. You and family have our deepest sympathies and will be in our thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry to hear about Donald . Our Thoughts & Prayers are with your family.
So sorry to hear of Donald’s passing, our thoughts and prayers to the family. Donald and I had a wonderful conversation at the doctor’s office in August. I hadn’t seen him in years, he never changed. Always smiling, may all the wonderful memories bring peace to you during this difficult time.
With sincere sympathy for all of Mr. McKenney’s family members – especially for Debbie and her family. God bless you all with His comfort and peace.
Dear Sheryl and Debbie,
I am so saddened to hear of your Father’s passing. He was such as gracious and cheerful man and he will be missed by his family and friends.
Take care,
Sharon and Butch Mattingly
Dear Shyrl, we are thinking of you during this sad time. You and your family are in our prayer. I know the fond memories of your Dad will be with you always.
To: Debbie, Sheryl and all of the Mckenny family.
I am so saddened with the passing of your dad and am praying that the good Lord will wrap you all in his arms and hold you tight to ease some of the pain and heartache that you are feeling at this time. May you be comforted in knowing that your Dad is at home with the Lord and somehow you all will be granted peace and comfort. I will be praying for you and God Bless you all. If I can be of any assistance please let me know.
What a great Man