James P. McDonald, of Elmhurst, passed away March 10, 2022, at the age of 57. He was born October 24, 1964 in Framingham, Mass. Jim graduated with a B.S. from Quincy College in 1987; the University of Illinois in 1989 with a Masters of Neuroscience and the University of Illinois-Chicago in 1997 with a PharmD. Jim worked as a community pharmacist in Elmhurst for many years and was loved and respected by his patients. He was deeply involved in nature conservation and volunteered in restoring native forests. He was also involved in the Unitarian Church of Hinsdale where he served on numerous committees and made many friends. He was an avid birder and maintained a life list. Above all, he loved nothing more than his two children. They were his everything.
Loving dad of Katie and Alex; Beloved son of James and Sondra McDonald; cherished brother of Bonnie (Dennis) Booth, Liann Neuendorf and Tim (Angie) McDonald; dear uncle of Rachel, Thomas, Daniel, Tyler, Andrew and Eric. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 26, at the Unitarian Church of Hinsdale. Memorials may be made to the Unitarian Church of Hinsdale, 17 W Maple Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521. For info, 630-834-3515 or www.elmhurstfh.com.
