"Michael I miss u everyday sometimes I sit on r the porch waiting for u to walk down the street or for your call often for a ride . Life is so unreal with u gone . I love u so much mikey and just wish we could tur. Back time and share our Chinese and roll around listening to music and u pretending u know the words lol .I miss u ... so so much . Lo e u "
In loving memory of
Michael McDonnell
August 8, 2014
Michael J. McDonnell, 31, of Fort Dodge passed away Friday, August 8, 2014 at his home.
Funeral services will be Thursday, August 14, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Laufersweiler-Sievers Funeral Home and 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at Corpus Christi Church with Msgr. Kevin McCoy officiating. Burial will follow at Corpus Christi Cemetery. A visitation will be Wednesday 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m.
Michael is survived by his mother, Mary Echevarria; father, Mike McDonnell; siblings, Jimmy McDonnell; Alana McDonnell; Sada Marquez all of Fort Dodge; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charlie and Elvira Echevarria; paternal grandparents, Leo McDonnell and Mary McDonnell.
Michael James McDonnell was born June 20, 1983 in Fort Dodge. He attended Fort Dodge Public Schools. Following his education Michael was employed with Jetco of Humboldt and later Thomas Brothers Tree Service. He was a loving brother, uncle, and friend to many. He had a heart of gold. Michael will be deeply missed.
Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.
Tributes
"Micheal- I'm a miss riding pass and seeing you either mowing the yard, walking or playing with one of the kids in the front of the house. No matter what you always waved or gave me a head nod and a smile! And that's what I'm going to miss the most is your contagious smile! I think back over all the years of knowing you and you always smiled for me or at me and I thank you cause even though I may have been going though something or you could have been you always smiled said whats up and hugged me. And when I see you that always goes though my mind when you use to do something silly and have use cracking up! R.I.P MY FRIEND. My prayers and my deepest condolence Goes out to your family and especially to your parents may god comfort you and give you strength. "
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"Mikey you will always be in my heart & my memories ! You & your heart of gold will be missed by many ! My prayers go out to your family ! Wish I could be there but don't think I'm gonna make it but my thoughts are with you all ! "
"Mary: Sorry to hear of your son's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Judy and Dave Zoch"
"Mac and Mary - I am so very sorry for your loss. I do understand what you are going through and You have my most heartfelt condolences. Prayers sent...."
"Michael - you will always have a special place in my heart. You know how I feel and we have a bond that not even death can sever. Love you, kiddo! Always...."
"I will always remember you having that infectious smile on your face and a hug for your family and friends. You can never be forgotten my friend, because you touched the lives of so many and were loved by so many. Though some of us can't be there in body, many of us will be present, in mind and spirit. Love you little Michael.Jessie"
"I love you uncle Michael so much your the best uncle in the world u always made us laugh and smile R.I.P love your niece arissa Echevarria "
"Dear uncle Michael me and Elveda love u very much we miss u so much we wish u could stay here and watch all of us grow up we will never forget u u are always in our memory "
"Mary, I was saddened to read of Michael's passing. Our love and hugs to you and you family. Pat and Milo Hagen"
"Michael it was great growing up with u.You were always a sweet heart to me my kids & my kids loved u too.You r now an angel among us.U will be watching over ur family & friends.
R.I.P Michael We love u U r now in peace "
"hey mikey this is hailey i miss u ur really funny rip mikey"
"Micheal will be deeply missed.Everytime I would see him he always had a hug for me and a smile.God Bless Mary and the family"
"Michael u were a wonderful person to be around u made everyone laugh n u were cool to be around. When I saw u last Aug when we came bk to visit n we gave each other the biggest hug I'll never forget it. Now u r at peace with god. Gonna miss u bro. R.I.P lil mikey....one love...."
"I know you are at peace. Kiss and hug all our loved ones who you are with in heaven. .RIP my cousin. I love you, ,your cousin, Mary Mejia Slaughter. "
"I know you are at peace. Kiss and hug all our loved ones who you are with in heaven. .RIP my cousin. I love you, ,your cousin, Mary Mejia Slaughter. "
"Dear Michael,I still can not believe your gone my heart is so broken for Ayzon. I cant imagine life without you, but I know you are in a better place, kiss Poppy and Grandma for me! I love you Always and forever,Love Your Sister Alana and nephew Ayzon"