Bertram "Bert" P. MacDonald

Bert P. MacDonald age 73 of Harlingen, TX passed away Friday, June 27, 2025. He was born in Hibbing on September 25, 1951, to Edward and Mable (Johnson) MacDonald. 

Bert was a 1970 graduate of Hibbing High School, following graduation he enlisted in the US Army, serving two tours in Vietnam. Bert would go on to serve his country for the next 32 years in the Army National Guard. Continuing his education, Bert earned a degree in Ranch Management through Kings Ranch in Texas, he went on to teach at the ranch. Bert also taught and coached Special Education for Harlingen School District. Bert was a very private and humble man, he volunteered for numerous organizations and loved being outdoors, spending time with his family and riding horseback. A zest for life led Bert on many adventures, including skiing trips, rock climbing, and diving to the bottom of Lake Superior. 

He is survived by his siblings, Jane Hoffman, CO, Ed (Holly) MacDonald, CO, Jean (Darrell) Cox, FL, numerous nieces and nephew and friends, his late partner Penny’s sons, Nick and Mike Matzik. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Mable, partner, Penny Kleeman. 

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Dougherty Funeral Home in Hibbing, MN. A visitation will be held 6-7:30 pm Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Dougherty Funeral Home in Hibbing. Graveside services will be held at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Maple Hill Cemetery in Hibbing. Mid-Range Honor Guard will accord military honors.

Arrangements are with the Dougherty Funeral Home of Hibbing, MN.