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Donald Creighton Obituary

CREIGHTON Donald E. Creighton, age 57, of Walhonding, died unexpectedly at his residence on April 15, 2010. He was born on November 24, 1952 in Cleveland to Donald Creighton and Jane Morehouse. Don was a Vietnam Army Veteran earning the Purple Heart, a proud Life member of the VFW Post 3426 in Columbus and the AMVETS Post 95 in Mount Vernon. He was also a 32-degree Mason in the Valley of Cambridge Lodge. Don is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Paula (Fox) Creighton; daughter, Terri (Carl) Scholl of Columbus; his mother, Jane Drenning of Walhonding; grandchildren, Justin Creighton, Julia Scholl and Hayden Scholl; brothers, Terry Creighton of Columbus, Christopher Creighton of TN; sisters, Cathy (Nick) Dougherty of Nelsonville, Candy (Mica) Jepsen of Hilliard; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law James Fox. The family will hold private services at a later date. THE DILLEY-LASATER FUNERAL HOME in Bladensburg is assisting the family with arrangements. To express a condolence or share a memory with the Creighton family, please visit www.dilleylasater.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Apr. 16, 2010.

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john carey

June 8, 2021

Paula. I'm not sure how to begin or what to say other than I'm sad to hear this so many years later. Time has a way of getting away from us as well as friends and (especially) family. Please get in touch with me so we won't let too many more years pass us by.
Your Cousin, john: 607.341.2500

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May 12, 2010

We were saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Creighton. Please accept our deepest sympathies and let us know if we can be of any assistance.

Linda Loparo-Ruff

April 22, 2010

Paula, My heartfelt condolences on the untimely death of Don. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless and keep you and your family.

Don my wonderful Big Brother

April 21, 2010

April 21, 2010

Terri i am so sorry for you loss of your father . i am here for you if you need anything. my heart and prayers are with you and your family love ya Hazel

April 21, 2010

Terri i am so sorry for your loss . MY heart and prayers are with you . let me know if you need anything. love ya Hazel

Tanya Wilson-Seabolt

April 20, 2010

Terri, I love you and am thankful that you had a dad that took care of you and loved you. I am here no matter what you need! One of the hardest things in life is losing your dad and I am sorry that you have to go thru this. I love you my sister and my friend....

Tammy Cozart

April 19, 2010

Paula and family I am so sorry to here about Don passing away, i will keep the memories we all have shared deep in my heart forever, I will keep you in my prayers. Tammy Cozart

Arretha Mills and Children

April 18, 2010

Terri and family I am deeply saddened by the loss of your Father. I am here for you if you need anything...anything at all.
May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the lord lift his countenance upon you...and give you peace.

Carl & Nancy Scholl

April 18, 2010

Dear Paula, Terri and all of your family. We are so sorry for your great loss. With heartfelt sympathy and prayers.

April 17, 2010

Candy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers- Kim Collins

April 16, 2010

Paula and family
we were so shocked to see the passing of Don in the paper. words don't come easy at a time like this, please know others are sharing your pain.
with heartfelt sympathy on your loss.
Fred, Ginette Andrews

April 16, 2010

Candace,I was very sorry to hear about your loss. Please stay strong during this very diffacult time and know everyone on the team is thinking of you and praying for you and your family.
Rod Bland, Columbus, Ohio

April 16, 2010

Thank you so much for your service to our country.

Blue Star Mothers
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Worthington/Columbus, OH

Timothy Morgan

April 16, 2010

Paula - I am so sorry to hear about your loss - please let me know if you need anything

Ted Babiasz

April 16, 2010

Candace, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ray Dandera

April 16, 2010

Paula,
I was shocked to see this in the paper. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you loved Don very much. I'm glad you had many wonderful years together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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