Don "Donnie" Stapel Jr.

Don "Donnie" Stapel Jr. obituary

Don "Donnie" Stapel Jr.

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Don Stapel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shoreline Memorial Services - Muskegon on Aug. 25, 2025.

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Don "Donnie" Stapel Jr. age 59 was born on April 28, 1966, in Muskegon to Don A. Stapel Sr. and the late Connie Kiggins and passed away on August 17, 2025, after an extended struggle with his mental health. Don is survived by his son, Nik (Liz) Stapel; father, Don A. Stapel Sr, grandchildren, Abby and Torrie; siblings, Otto (Leann) Stapel, and Scott Kiggins. Along with his mother, Don was preceded in death by his stepfather, Roy Kiggins; Monte Kiggins, Dana Kiggins, Carrie Davis.

Don was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed both hunting and fishing. Cremation has taken place, and a Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3167, located at 4535 N. Oceana Drive, Hart, Michigan 49420. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to Friends of the Oceana Sheriff Department, 216 Lincoln Street, Hart, Michigan 49420

Arrangements By Shoreline Memorial Services -- Muskegon Chapel -- (231)-722-5050

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August 26, 2025

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August 25, 2025

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Beth Rice

August 26, 2025

Nik,
So sorry it had to come to this. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Beth Rice

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Memorial Gathering

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Hart Eagles Aerie #3167

4535 North Oceana Drive , Hart, MI 49420

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