Paul C. McDonald, age 80, of Stone Lake, WI, passed away Friday, June 18, 2021 at his home on Lac Courte Oreilles surrounded by family.

Paul Clifford McDonald was born October 21, 1940 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Clifford and Ruth (Lindner) McDonald. He went to Marquette University High School and Marquette University where he graduated with an accounting degree. Paul worked for public accounting firm Arthur Anderson for 2 years as a CPA. He then went on to become the CFO of Tew Cement Company where he worked for 29 years before retiring in April 1997.

Elna brought their children John, Maren and Robert to Lac Courte Oreilles for the summer. Paul’s visits every other weekend, were the highlight of the summer for the entire family.

Paul was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 48, however he was in fantastic shape and did not let the disease affect his active lifestyle. He continued to play golf and tennis with his wife Elna and was always doing extensive yard work, tinkering around the property, fishing and playing with the grandkids. Paul will be greatly missed.

He is survived by wife of 46 years Elna; children John (Colleen), Maren (Emily) and Robert (Katie); grandchildren Jacob, Gwendolyn, Louis and Eleanor; nieces and nephews.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents Clifford and Ruth; and brother James (Patricia) McDonald.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 25, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hayward. Father David Neuschwander will officiate. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Hayward. Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 25th prior to Mass at the church. A Celebration of Life will be held at Paul and Elna’s home on Saturday June 26th at 12:00 noon at 15580W Victory Heights Circle, Stone Lake, WI.

Last Update: Jun 21, 2021 4:12 pm CDT