Wilmer "Mackey" Allen McDonald, III
August 6, 1968 ~ July 8, 2020
Mr. Wilmer “Mackey” Allen McDonald, III of Raeford passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in his home at the age of 51.
Wilmer was born in Cumberland County on August 6, 1968 to Mr. Wilmer Allen McDonald, Jr. and Betty Faulkner McDonald. As a native of Raeford, Wilmer was exceptionally talented during his lifetime. During his middle school career, Mackey and his friends began a band where he played the guitar. Before graduating from Hoke County Schools in 1982, he owned and operated his own Tae Kwon Do Martial Arts Class above what use to be Howell Drug. After high school he attended and graduated Cum Lade with a bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting from UNC Pembroke. Mackey co-owned and operated TV 33 in Myrtle Beach. During his ownership of the television station he would often travel to Costa Rica where he promoted an advertising station locally. He also owned the safezone.com where he advertised and sold self-defense items. He was preceded in death by his uncle, James Dodrill and his cousin, Chris Dodrill.
He leaves behind his son, Maddox McDonald of Jacksonville; his parents, Wilmer Allen McDonald, Jr. and Betty Lee McDonald of Raeford; his sister, Heidi McDonald of Southern Pines; his niece, Mallory McDonald of Southern Pines; his cousin, Travis Dodrill of Spindale.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Services are entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home-Aberdeen
A few years ago, Mack and I reconnected on Facebook and shared some great laughs and memories. We talked about when Heidi and I were seniors and my boyfriend and I broke up a week before the prom. Mackey offered to take me and we had the best time as friends. So much laughter and fun. I’ll never forget it. He was such a kind soul and my heart breaks for his family. RIP my friend. ♥ï¸
Mackey you were a great man to many. You were always ready to help anyone that needed it. You loved your family and friends dearly. You raised a great son Maddox you taught him well. I hope someday to see you on the other side. RIP my friend you will be missed.
One of my life long Best Friends, Mackey and I enjoyed a lot of really good times together during our younger years in life. We drifted apart later in life but he was a DNA will always remain in my heart one of the best friends I have ever had. His ability to light up a room with his talent and personality was amazing. Your life was to short on this earth but eternity last forever, Love you my Friend and Brother!
So sorry to hear of Mackey’s passing. Our son, Lew Upchurch , and Mackey were neighbors and good friends growing up on Main Street in Raeford. Just know that our hearts hurt, and that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.