Mr. Gene A. (Moose) McDonald 82 of LaFayette, Alabama passed away peacefully with his family Monday March 29, 2021 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama.

Graveside services will be held Thursday April 1, 2021 at 3PM at the LaFayette City Cemetery with the Rev. Paul Howard officiating.

The family will greet family and friends at the cemetery from 2PM until 3PM prior to the graveside.

Donations may be made to the LaFayette Heights Baptist Church 1200 Al Hwy 77 LaFayette, Alabama 36862.

Gene was born in Tallapoosa County, Alabama on July 23, 1938 to the late Marvin McDonald and the late Ruth White McDonald, he was a member of the LaFayette Heights Baptist Church. Gene coached Chambers Academy's first basketball team from 1969 to 1970. He retired from Tallapoosa River Electric Co Op after 38 years of service. His favorite retirement spot was the North Carolina beaches where he was "Papaw" to his three grandchildren. He served our Country in the US Army for 4 years.

He is survived by his loving Wife of 58 years Edith McDonald of LaFayette, Al., Daughter Melissa (Trippe) Jacobs of Hampstead, NC., 3 Grandchildren Dr. Hannah Jacobs (Dr. David Shcherbelis) of Walnut Grove, Ga., Hunter Jacobs of Ft. Lauderdale, Fl., Hank Jacobs of Hampstead, NC.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two Brothers Billy Joe and Marvin McDonald.

Jeff Jones Funeral Home, LaFayette, Al.