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1964

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2016

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Donald McGinnis Obituary

McGINNIS, DONALD DEAN; age 52; of Mt. Pleasant; passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at Henry Ford Hospital. A Celebration of His Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2016, at Clark Family Funeral Chapel. A Luncheon will follow in the Reflections Reception Center. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, May 9, at Clark Family Funeral Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to H.A.T.S. or Woodland Hospice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel. Donald was born in Pontiac on February 12, 1964, the son of Robert and Patricia (McMillan) McGinnis. He graduated from St. Louis High School in the Class of 1982. Donald then attended Lansing Community College where he attained his paramedic license. He was employed by MidMichigan Medical Center EMS for 16 years and had previously worked in both Isabella and Gratiot Counties as a paramedic. Donald enjoyed fishing, golfing and deer hunting. He was an avid fan of the Detroit Redwings and the U of M Wolverines Football Team. Donald is survived by his children, Teagan Klenk, Broghan Klenk and Kylie McGinnis, all of Mt. Pleasant; his granddaughter Olivia Klenk; brother Robert (Bonnie) McGinnis of Grand Rapids; sisters Carol (John) Gearhart of Harrison and Mary McGinnis of Mason; nieces Rachel Gurk, Colleen Bolek and Megan Anderson; and special family members, Ashlee Olson, Karra Olson, and Jaclynn Geiling. Donald was preceded in death by his parents. You may view Donald’s obituary online and send a condolence to the family, light a memorial candle, or place a memorial donation at, www.clarkfuneralchapel.com

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Published by Morning Sun from Apr. 28 to May 1, 2016.

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Donna Preston

May 25, 2016

We would like to send our deepest sympathy to all in this difficult time. My husband worked for many years with Don at EMS and I worked in ICU and transferred many a patient into his capable hands. He will be missed by all.

Alan and Donna Preston

Doris & Ray Ortiz

May 1, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. we have known Donnie since childhood. He was friends with our son, Tim, all through grade school, Middle School and High School. Donnie was always a very quiet, respectful person. He hung out with Tim, and all his friends,Jim S, Steve & Stuart C., John S, Daryl F, etc, while growing up. Then as the years went by and Don had children of his own, he would bring them over to visit with us during holidays. We always enjoyed his visits. Such a swell person. He will be missed by all of us. Rest in Peace, Donnie.

Darryl Fowler

April 30, 2016

Words cannot describe the sorrow that I felt when I heard of Don's passing.

We were good friends in high school. Don always had a quick wit about him.

I am glad that he found his calling in life as a paramedic.

To his family, friends and co-workers I share in your pain and loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Rest in Peace "Duck"

Darryl Fowler
SLHS Class of 1982

April 29, 2016

Don, Working with you in our earlier days was great. You were always fun and a really good paramedic. You blessed so many with your skills and caring. God Speed and God's Blessings to you and all of your family.

Carol Shaw (Rice)

April 29, 2016

Don , you touched so many lives and blessed are we for that . I was also lucky to work side by side with you and learn so much from you , thank you . Your smile and your laughter would light up a room ...... Now it lights up the heavens when we look to the sky, fly high my friend God Bless

April 29, 2016

Don, you were the voice in my ear many nights. We would talk for hours and laugh until early morning. Your heart was huge and laugh unforgettable. You will always be in my heart and you are deeply missed.
Carrie(Pa)

Richard Harnois

April 29, 2016

Don,

You were a great friend and I feel blessed to have know you. You will be missed and on know one day we will meet again and share some laughs. Rest in Peace Don.

Denise Arnold

April 28, 2016

Don, you will truly be missed by many. I am thankful to have known you and had you as my partner for many years. The struggles of earth are no longer yours. Fly free with the angels! Love you!!
Denise (Neecee)

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