Obituaries

Virginia “Ginny” A. MacDonald, age 81, loving and devoted wife and mother, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 20, 2023, at Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab in Allentown while holding the hand of her husband. She was born April 21, 1942, in Rocky Ridge, Ohio, the daughter of Emery and Minnie (Wohlfiel) Hebner.

Ginny graduated in the Class of 1960 from Oak Harbor High School. While working as a waitress in Port Clinton, Ohio she met her husband, Paul. Over the course of their 55-year marriage, they shared a deep devotion to raising their family. Ginny modeled how to be a godly wife and mother, devoting herself to a life of service to others. She was known for her cheerful countenance and gentle spirit. She was quick to offer help wherever she saw a need and loved to bless others by giving gifts or sending a kind note. She was a faithful and active member of Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church in Center Valley. She enjoyed baking, gardening, reading and serving alongside the women of her church. She delighted in spending time with children - especially her own grandchildren.

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Paul G. MacDonald of Bethlehem; two daughters, Angela (Steven) Marzuoli of Kutztown; Sue Anne (David) Engle of Fogelsville; four grandchildren, Emily of Lynchburg, VA, Roger of Albany, NY, Benjamin (Jennifer) of Bath, PA and Jordan Engle of Fogelsville, PA; a dear cousin, Irene VanNess of Elmore, OH; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by an infant daughter, Debbie Lynn; her sister, Rose Peterson; and brother, Al Hebner.

Professional Services are entrusted to Norcross-Weber Funeral Home, Inc. in Coopersburg, PA. Calling hours will be held starting at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM. all at Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2451 Saucon Valley Rd, Center Valley, PA 18034. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Friedens Evangelical Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer’s Association.