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Donald Lindeman Obituary
He was born Oct. 4, 1949, in Brooklyn, Mich., the son of Howard and Evelyn (Nelson) Lindeman. On June 6, 1987, he married Patricia Schafer; she survives. Don was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed raising hunting dogs and rabbits and was fond of collecting vintage firearms, knives and fishing equipment. He had a knack for making people laugh and was the life of the party.
In addition to his wife, Pat Lindeman, he is survived by his children, Donald Lindeman (Sugeily Lebron), Aleisha Lindeman, Juston (Jill) Lindeman, Duston Lindeman and Erin Whipple; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Vietta Whitson and Jackie (Ralph) Bramley; four brothers, David (Vicki) Lindeman, Daniel (Kimber) Lindeman, Duane (Mary) Lindeman and Dennis (Elaine) Lindeman; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Howard Jr., Donovan and John Lindeman; grandson, Sheajkuan Lindeman; and three nephews, Daniel Lindeman, Brock Lindeman and Bronson Lindeman.
Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2, 2019, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, 2959 N. Adrian Highway, Adrian, with Pastor Gregg Doan officiating. Visitation will also be on Sunday, from 1 p.m. until the time of service at the J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian. www.PurseFuneralHome.com.
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Dennis Light
June 4, 2019
I am sorry for your family's loss . Remember that you are never alone during times of loss. God promises to be with you in difficult times , "to give thoughts of peace and a hope". Jeremiah 29:11,12.
Jaclyn Smith
June 2, 2019
Dear Pat, I enjoyed taking care of Don. He was always a gentleman and kept life interesting. Take care and will see you soon.
Barb Thomas
May 30, 2019
Dearest Pat and Family......Don is now in the arms of his Spiritual Angel. He will be missed by all. It was a privilege to enjoy the laughter and wisdom he brought to those who really knew and loved him....
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