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Donald Craft Obituary
Donald retired as a respected electrician from IBEW Local 351, where he dedicated many years of skillful work. In his younger years, Donald was a volunteer firefighter for the Magnolia Fire Department and the Oak Valley Fire Department.
He enjoyed summers in Sea Isle City, fishing, solving crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and was a hotrod car enthusiast. A passionate sports fan, he never missed a game of his favorite teams, the Philadelphia Phillies and the Eagles.
Donald is survived by his loving wife, Carol (DeSant); daughter, Colleen Helm; son, Michael (Donna); grandchildren, Regina, Johnnie, Miranda, Michael, Madison, Noah, and Levi; and great-granddaughter, Cecelia. Sister-in-law and brother-in-law Donna and Bill Hethcote. He also leaves behind his sister, Doris (Mickey) Gregory. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Howard, Robert, and Albert.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Donald's memory to the Dachshund Rescue of Buck County & NJ or the Animal Welfare Association in Voorhees. These contributions will honor his love for animals and continue his legacy of kindness.
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Regina
September 28, 2024
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