William McDonald

William Joseph McDonald, 80, of Hanover, MA passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026.

William was born on February 22, 1945 in Amesbury MA to the late Gerald and Anastasia (Hession) McDonald.

He graduated from Boston College with a degree in Economics. He worked for the Medical Information Bureau for many years as a computer systems analyst.

Bill was a golfer and enjoyed watching and following local sports teams, especially the Patriots and Bruins. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and family. He cherished his trips to Disney World with his children and grandchildren in particular.

Bill is survived by his wife Joyce (Grieco) McDonald of Hanover and his two daughters and three grandchildren. His daughter Melissa Dempster of Canton with her husband Dave and their two children David and Sarah. His daughter Courtney Schweizer of Natick with her husband Julian and their daughter Kayla. He was predeceased by his siblings Gerald McDonald, Robert McDonald and Richard McDonald.

The family will welcome family, friends and loved ones during calling hours on Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 9AM to 9:45AM at Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington Street Rte 53, Hanover, MA with a Funeral Mass in honor of William's life to follow at 10:00AM at Our Lady of the Angels Parish - St. Mary's, 392 Hanover St. Rte 139, Hanover. A burial will follow at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.