William R. McDonald Funeral Home

William R. McDonald Funeral Home Our funeral home was founded in 1951 by William R. McDonald (better known to many as “Mac”) and his loving wife, Norma Booth-McDonald.

Mac was a graduate of Stratford High School, served in the United States Navy in the South Pacific during World War II and became a licensed Funeral Director in 1950 after attending the Renouard Training School for Embalmers in New York. His loyalty, generosity and dedication to his family, friends and community was unsurpassed and will always be remembered. A life-long resident of Stratford and V

ice President of the funeral home for over 50 years, Norma set the foundation for our business. Every aspect of our funeral home was managed with her remarkable attention to detail and unique wisdom. Norma and Mac purchased the property at 2591 Main Street, Stratford, Connecticut and, after careful planning, opened their doors to serve the community in 1951. Their peaceful, historical building provided families with the serenity and tranquility of a beautiful funeral home. The utmost kindness, compassion and professionalism was extended to everyone who entered their doors. They were a brilliant team who worked side-by-side every day for 36 years until Mac’s passing on February 24, 1987. Norma continued her passion serving her community until the age of 81 when her health no longer allowed her to work. On October 20, 2012 at the age of 91 she entered eternal rest.

Nora Mary (Hogan) Brown, age 85 of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Norman Brown, passed away peacefully with her fam...
05/22/2026

Nora Mary (Hogan) Brown, age 85 of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Norman Brown, passed away peacefully with her family at her side, Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Mrs. Brown was born February 18, 1941, in Bridgeport, daughter of the late Francis and Mamie (Ferris) Hogan and was a lifelong area reside...

Sunday, May 10, 2026 — Joan J. Hubbard, 91, celebrated Mother’s Day at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, Connecticut, wi...
05/20/2026

Sunday, May 10, 2026 — Joan J. Hubbard, 91, celebrated Mother’s Day at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown, Connecticut, with her two daughters by her side and her third daughter waiting with loving, open arms on the other side to guide her home. Even in her final days, Joan remained unmistakably herse...

Bridget Teresa (Mahon) Ackerman, age 88 of Stratford, passed away, Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Milford, CT. Bridget was born ...
05/05/2026

Bridget Teresa (Mahon) Ackerman, age 88 of Stratford, passed away, Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Milford, CT. Bridget was born March 25, 1938 in Roscommon, Ireland, daughter of the late Patrick and Teresa (Hanley) Mahon.

Bridget was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend who found the greatest j...

Ellen retired from her work as a Customer Service Copy & Print Associate at N.W. England & Sons Office Supply and embrac...
05/01/2026

Ellen retired from her work as a Customer Service Copy & Print Associate at N.W. England & Sons Office Supply and embraced retirement by enjoying life to the fullest. She cherished her childhood memories growing up with, traveling with, and attending Broadway performances with her siblings, Julie an...

Robert Joseph Voccola, age 54 of Stratford passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026. Mr. Voccola was born on July 30, 1971, i...
04/12/2026

Robert Joseph Voccola, age 54 of Stratford passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026. Mr. Voccola was born on July 30, 1971, in Bridgeport, son of Marylou (Rennie) Voccola-Wilcoxson and the late Robert A. Voccola and had been a lifelong area resident.

Robert loved spending time with his children. ...

Madeline (Nobile) Wheeler, age 104, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late W. Curtis Wheeler, passed away Friday, April ...
04/11/2026

Madeline (Nobile) Wheeler, age 104, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late W. Curtis Wheeler, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. Mrs. Wheeler was born, January 2, 1922, in Bridgeport, daughter of the late Victor and Jennie (Molinelli) Nobile and was a lifelong area resident.

Survivors inclu...

Ronald Michael French, age 92, of Stratford passed away January 15, 2026. Ron was born November 12, 1933, in New Haven, ...
04/10/2026

Ronald Michael French, age 92, of Stratford passed away January 15, 2026. Ron was born November 12, 1933, in New Haven, CT. and was a lifelong area resident.

Ron was a career United States Army Veteran and served well in excess of 35 years with the Army National Guard Nike-Hercules Missile U...

Irene Buchanan, age 67, of Trumbull, CT, passed away April 5, 2026. She was born in Bridgeport, CT, February 7, 1959, da...
04/07/2026

Irene Buchanan, age 67, of Trumbull, CT, passed away April 5, 2026. She was born in Bridgeport, CT, February 7, 1959, daughter of the late William and Anastasia Becker Buchanan.

Irene was part of the Red Maple Group Home and actively involved in the work program. Irene was a very spirited wo...

Harry William Generous Jr., age 83, of Stratford, beloved husband of Lorraine (Miller) Generous, passed away peacefully ...
03/23/2026

Harry William Generous Jr., age 83, of Stratford, beloved husband of Lorraine (Miller) Generous, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Bridgeport, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 16, 1942, Harry was the son of the late Harry W. and Ruth (Thorp...

Patricia Ann Terceño, age 88, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Joaquin “Kino” Terceño and known as Patty, passed a...
03/20/2026

Patricia Ann Terceño, age 88, of Stratford, beloved wife of the late Joaquin “Kino” Terceño and known as Patty, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, with her family by her side. Patricia was born November 9, 1937, in Bridgeport, daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Fallon) Sharpe, and had bee...

Harold W. Baldwin, age 87, of Stratford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully, Thursday February 19th, 2026 in St. Vincen...
03/03/2026

Harold W. Baldwin, age 87, of Stratford, Connecticut, passed away peacefully, Thursday February 19th, 2026 in St. Vincent’s Medical Center after a brief illness. Harold was born January 3rd, 1939 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, son of the late Harold H. Baldwin and Pauline (Wade) Baldwin and was a lifet...

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