Emery Lee McDonald passed away following a three-month battle with liver cancer on August 3, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. A visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. A funeral will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the funeral home. Emery will be interred following services at Chariton Cemetery. Following the burial, family invites all guests for lunch at the R Iowa Barn Event Center located at 44244 Hwy 14- Chariton, Iowa. 50049.