Patricia “Patty” McDonald of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Patty was a leading arts philanthropist and community leader, supporting a multitude of organizations and activities in the greater Birmingham community.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Pat” McDonald, and is survived by her daughter Patricia Rote (Jeffrey) of Hamilton, Virginia. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at Ridout’s Valley Chapel in Homewood.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alys Stephens Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Samford Theatre, Red Mountain Theatre, or to any of the numerous arts and community organizations that serve Birmingham.

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