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Donald Leroy Updike
AUBURN - Donald Leroy Updike, 67, of Auburn, went to his final resting place on November 12, 2021. Donald was born in Auburn and attended Weedsport Schools, where he was on the swimming and wrestling teams. He was employed by Auburn Foundry and Gould's Pumps in Seneca Falls, where he made many long-lasting friendships. He proudly retired in 2014 after 34 years of service.
Donald was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, barbequing, and NASCAR. He was a devoted football fan with his favorite team being the LA Rams. He was a simple man who loved his family and friends beyond measure and would do anything for them. He enjoyed all holidays, and making his loved ones happy with random visits, his fresh vegetable deliveries from his prized garden, special treats, or some delicious food that he prepared. He was a vital part of his family's life and will be sadly missed by all.
Surviving to cherish his memory are his three daughters: Melissa Heckstall and her husband Michael, Donna and Sarah Updike and their mother Sharon Kowal; also surviving are seven grandchildren: Aneesa and Mecca Brooks, Alexis (Kyle) Williams-Beck, Lucas Muhlnickel, Justin and Madison Aldrich, Elijah Lawton; one great-grandson Liam Guerra; his brother Mark Updike; his sister Stephanie Wright; two special nephews: Jesse and Danny Updike; his aunt Patricia Burleson; several nieces, nephews; and cousins. Donald also had a very special person and friend in his life right up until his passing, Mr. Peter Montross, who was a father figure and mentor to him in his younger years. He was predeceased by his mother Helen Wright and brothers William and Charles Updike, Sr.
Contributions may be made in Donald's memory to the Falcon Sportsman's Club of Auburn, or that you perform a random act of kindness, open a can of his favorite Labatt's Blue, fire up the grill, and play some good old rock and roll music.
It is not good-bye but "see you later".
The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 PM Friday, November 19, 2021 at the Plis Funeral Home, 220 State St., Auburn.
Masks must be worn and social distancing observed.
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Danny Penird Sr
July 19, 2024
RIP Don...I miss Billy an Chuck we were all were best of friends..
Danny
November 20, 2021
Love you Uncle Donny. I´ll miss ya. Word.
Laurie Updike
November 17, 2021
I don't know if you got my other message! He was a great dude. I can no longer remember a time when he wasn't around. He loves all of you So much! And he spoiled Jess and Dan, too. I hope he's fishing with Billy, Uncle Harold and Uncle Joe! He told me he dreamed of it. Love you!
Katharine Ukolowicz(Kippy)
November 17, 2021
Dear Mark and Stephanie and the rest of the family; I am sorry to hear of Quack's passing. I miss you all and pray for you all.
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