J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituary For Mr. Roy W. Donaldson Jr.

A home going celebration in honor of Mr. Roy W. Donaldson will be held Friday at 11am at Union Baptist Church in Youngstown. Mr. Donaldson Jr. departed this earthly journey on March 9, 2020. Mr. Donaldson, who is known to his family and friends as "Willie Roy" was born October 24, 1948 in Albany, GA a son of Roy and Eva Mae Cox Donaldson. He was a 1967 graduate of The Rayen School and was formerly employed with U.S. Steel, Humphry’s Auto Shop and Ace Lumber. He dedicated his time to young people by coaching little league football and mentoring. He drove the van for Union Baptist Church where he served faithfully until he was no longer able to do so. Roy opened his heart and his home to countless children in the community and also he also served the community as a foster parent. His kindness will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Darlene Lynch Donaldson of 38 years; his children, Anthony(Faye) Donaldson, Rev. Kenneth (Rosalyn) Donaldson, Roy Donaldson III,Tonya (DeMario) Donaldson Ridgeway, Corey (Lisa) Phillips, Tony (Sonya) Lynch, Tonia and Katiea Lynch; his foster children, LaKia Harris, Emmanuel and Duane Nakim;his siblings, Willie C. (Carol) Donaldson; Dorothy Cross, Geraldine(Bobby) Brown; 28 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Roy (R.L.) and Eva Mae Donaldson and sisters Mary and, Verline Donaldson. The family will receive friends from 9am-11am at the church. Internment will be in Tod Homestead Cemetery.

Guest Book

I worked with Roy at Ace Lumber. Always thought he was a good and kind man. God Bless you Roy. RIP

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Pastor Donaldson and Family, Our sincere prayers, thoughts, and condolences are with you and family at this time. May God continue to be with you and family throughout the coming days. Harry and Lucille Wilson

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George M. McKelvey

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Dear Family: Keeping you in my Heart and Prayers. Saddened to hear of Roy's passing. He was such a good man, without a doubt he was the kindest man I ever knew. How blessed I was to call him my friend. Rest In Peace Roy.

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Oak Missionary Baptist Church 320 Elk Street Youngstown, Ohio 44505 (330) 747-1672 Rev. Sylvia L. Jennings, Pastor Condolence Donaldson Family We,the Pastor, Officers and Congregation of Oak Missionary Baptist Church offer our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences in your time of bereavement for the loss of Brother Roy W. Donaldson Jr. From the pain of the flesh, we must let go and humbly submit to our Creator and Sustainer who has seen fit to call our brother home. But in our spirit, we can shout Hallelujah for he has completed his assignment and is on his journey home. "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." 2 Corinthians 5:1 Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Rev. Sylvia L. Jennings DONE BY THE ORDER OF OAK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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