Donald. " F "Don"" Ladd

Ladd Donald F. "Don" Donald F. "Don" Ladd died on September 13, 2024 at age 74. In his last week on this earth, he was surrounded by his wife of almost 47 years, their six children and other family and friends who came to bid him farewell. He will be remembered as a loving husband, a devoted father, a brilliant attorney, a steadfast friend, and a tireless source of wisdom and good humor. Don grew up in Connecticut, where he developed a love of lakes and mountains. In his early 20s he moved to the Philadelphia area, where he completed his degree at Villanova University while practicing carpentry. He was 25 when he met Rosemary Riethmiller, and he knew by the first date that he wanted to marry her. They bonded over many things, including a love of deep conversations and a shared faith in God. They wed in December 1977 in Don's first semester at Villanova Law. He spent 40 years as a trial lawyer at White & Williams defending doctors and hospitals, eventually becoming chair of its Healthcare Group. While the law was one of Don's greatest passions, nothing was more important to him than his family. Don planned many a family adventure, none more epic than the 5-week cross-country trip with six kids in one car. It was one of the many dreams he realized, along with buying a home on Lake George, NY, and traveling the world with Rosemary. Don leaves an indelible mark on all those he loved and guided through tough times. He is survived by his wife and children Elizabeth (Dan), Katie (Ragnar), Megan, Lauren (Chris), Jenny (Andy), and David, as well as 10 grandkids. Don's family would like to thank his aides who supported him in his battle with Parkinson's. Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation Friday from 9 to 10:45 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Church, 606 West Ave., Jenkintown, PA 19046, followed by Mass at 11 A.M. Int. Calvary Cemetery of West Conshohocken. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SSJ Welcome Center Outreach Fund, 9701 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118.