On November 23, 2023, Rayia McDonald of St. Paul, formerly of Lacombe, passed away at the age of 80 years. She is survived by her 2 daughters & 2 sons, Terri (Ron) Sundt, Gordon (Cheryl) McDonald, Bob (Kristen) McDonald & Salena (David) Strebchuk; 14 grandchildren, Tyler (Karlie), Jason (Sophie), Zack (Kari), Kirk (Shelby), Crystal (Graeme), Dustin, Benjamin, Cory, Jamy, Anada, Alex, Karissa, Keri (Peter) & Jayden; 16 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Elvin & Art; sister, Annette. Rayia was predeceased by her parents, Walter & Albertine Bell; siblings, Louis, Dora, Shirley, Evelyn & Julie. The family will be hosting Celebration of Rayia’s Life on Saturday, December 16 at 1:30 p.m. at Lacombe Legion Branch No. 79, Lacombe ,Alberta. Cremation will take place. If desired, donations may be made to Haying in the 30's (Cancer Support Society) c/o 5626-51 Street, St. Paul, Alberta T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
