MERIDIAN, Miss. - Meridian businessman/community leader Lamar McDonald died July 13 at the age of 94. He also served on the Meridian City Council from 1965-73. The Navy veteran played a key role in saving Naval Air Station Meridian (NASM) from the base closure commission several times, and preserving the missions and jobs connected to the Mississippi National Guard. He was appointed by Gov. Haley Barbour to chair the Mississippi Military Communities Council. NASM released a statement to honor McDonald: “On behalf of the military service members, civilian employees, and families of NAS Meridian and Training Air Wing One, we extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Lamar McDonald upon his passing.” Following graduation from Meridian High School, Lamar joined the Navy in 1944. After military service, Lamar returned home to become an influential member of the business community and state. (Source: WTOK 07/15/21) Former city councilman Lamar McDonald dies at 94 (wtok.com)
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