William Aldridge

With heavy hearts and profound gratitude, we celebrate the remarkable life of Mac Aldridge, who peacefully passed from this world on August 6, 2026 at home surrounded by his family. Born on June 16,1942 in Tallasee, Alabama, Mac lived a life characterized by devotion, service and love.

Mac was the beloved son of Willie Gay Aldridge and Annie Maude Frizzell Aldridge, both of whom preceded him in death. Along with cherished brothers Dale and Curtis Aldridge and sisters Annie Gavra Aldridge, Doris Franks, Ellen Aldridge, Annette Riggs and Sue Martin. He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years Ruby, daughter Michelle, son Max, daughter-in-law Marliss and his beloved grandson Cayce. He is also survived by his sisters Joyce Raney, Teresa Jones, brothers Ronnie Aldridge and Mike Hodges, a large extended family of in laws, nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly.

Mac earned a GED while serving in the military, followed by an Associate's degree from South Georgia Technical College in Americus, Georgia. His military service as a member of the Army where he was stationed in Germany for four years was marked by commitment and honor. After his service, Mac embarked on a successful career in the office equipment sector, working for Lanier Business Products in Georgia and Louisiana and later at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, formerly known as Northeast Louisiana University. His career culminated with a fulfilling tenure at Southern Business Communications in Norcross, Georgia.

His contributions extended beyond his professional life. Mac was an active member and Deacon at Sandy Springs Primitive Baptist Church, where he found spiritual fulfillment and community. His service with the Civil Air Patrol in Georgia and Louisiana spanned 37 years and he was a respected and recognized leader as President of the Optimist Club in Monroe, Louisiana.

Mac's life was enriched by his love of the outdoors, where he often spent time hunting and fishing with his dear friend OC Hancock and boating on the Ouachita River and Lake Lanier. He was a passionate lover of music and found joy playing his guitar, singing karaoke with friends and family and singing his beloved hymns at church on Sunday mornings. Next to music, the love of flying was his favorite and could be found flying on his flight simulator daily.

Known for his loyalty, Mac was a devoted husband, father and friend. He found joy serving his community and loved his family and friends with a generous heart. His family remembers his advice to be faithful to one's church and to serve each other with guidance from above. Mac leaves behind a legacy of love, service and unwavering faith. His presence will be deeply missed, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 from 6:00pm-8pm at McDonald and Son Funeral Home and on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026 from 11:00am-12:00pm.

Funeral services will be held in the chapel of McDonald and Son Funeral Home at 12pm on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026.

Interment will follow at Sawnee View Memorial Gardens with Army Honors.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Glioblastoma Foundation P.O. Box 62066 Durham, NC 27715 or American Brain Tumor Association 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue Suite 550 Chicago, IL