McDonald, James Hamden-James McDonald, 35, passionate artist and muscian, of Paramont Ave. died Sunday, Oct. 31, 2004. Son of the late James and Kathryn Luther McDonald, he is survived by a daughter Terry McDonald and son James McDonald of North Branford and four brothers; Robert of Hamden, Kenneth of New Britain, CT, Mark of New York City and Greg of Wallingford, CT. He was a ladder builder at Lynn Ladder Co. in New Haven. Friends may call Saturday, Nov. 6, 2004 from 5-7 PM at BEECHER & BENNETT, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden. For information or to send a condolence visit: www.beecherandbennett.com.