James was actually the illegitimate son of Isabella McDonald (daughter of John and Williamina McDonald). Info have taken from John McDonald's will confirms it. There was talk in the family who the father was but no proof. James lived with his grandparents.
In John McDonald's will - "£300.00 to the child of my daughter Mrs Isabella Macdonald usually named James McDonald who is residing with me at the date of this my will."
Buried in Pleasant Point Cemetery General Section Row 22 Plot 97
Inscription: In Loving Memory Of Lydia McDonald Died 24th May 1970, Aged 81. Also James McDonald Died 20th July 1974, Aged 88.
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