Lawrence Andrew McDonald, Jr. was born on May 23, 1957, to the late Lawrence Sr. and Lucille McDonald in Kosciusko, MS. He was the sixth of nine children.

He confessed his life to Christ at an early age and joined First Baptist Church. Before transitioning from his earthly home, he rededicated his life to Christ.

He was educated in the Kosciusko School District. He completed training in several professions across different industries, including licensed practical nursing and commercial and medical transportation.

He is preceded in death by His Parents: Lawrence Sr. and Lucille McDonald; Two(2) Sisters: Baby Fredia McDonald and Carol Davis; and One (1) Grandchild: Marveonte Harris

He leaves to cherish his memories Six (6) Children: Ayeshia McDonald, Tia McDonald, and Chance McDonald all of Omaha, NE, Quantessa McDonald of Atlanta, GA, Lamar McDonald and Vontae McDonald both of Kosciusko, MS; Four Sisters: Linda Barkum of Gulfport, MS, Mary (Billy) Wright of Brandon, MS, Marie (Freddie) Little of McAdams, MS, and Gail McDonald of Round Rock, TX; Two (2) Brothers: Perry (Jeannette) McDonald of Kosciusko, MS, and Andra (Leanne)McDonald of Omaha, NE; Five (5)Grandchildren: Truniyah McDonald, Marcosha Harris, Juliet McDonald, Amiyah Jackson, and Ja’Quavion McDonald all of Omaha, NE; Two (2) Great-grandchildren: Kaiden McDonald and Karter McDonald both of Omaha, NE; and a host of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends.

He also had a sincere love for his Companion: Lena Stewart

Private family viewing will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Affordable-Durant location.