Richard L. McDonald, 77, formerly of Decatur, GA, passed away suddenly on October 7, 2008. Rick was in the Air Force and was employed by Ford Motor Company and Bell South. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Virginia; daughters, Debra McDonald of Stockbridge, GA and Dawn McDonald of Gainesville, GA; sister, Lillian Sweat; and brothers, Anderson McDonald and George McDonald. Funeral services will be held in the chapel of A. S. Turner & Sons Sunday, October 12th at 4:00 with visitation from 1:00 to 4:00 prior to the service.