Donald J. Ditter

Full obituary as it appeared in the Minneapolis Star-Tribune on Tuesday, June 27, 1906:
Ditter, Donald J. age 74, of Brooklyn Park, Owner of Don's Landscaping Service, graduate of St. Thomas Academy Class of 1950. Preceded in death by parents, Francis J. and Freda C. (Reinboldt) Ditter; brother-in-law, Murray Casserly; and 6 little angels awaiting his arrival. Survived by loving wife of 54 years, Margaret G. "Peggy" (Casserly) Ditter; loving children, Donald J. "Skip" (Debra) Ditter, Jr., David J. (Natal'ya) Ditter, Debra J. O'Brien Kizer, Paul F. (Pam) Ditter; grandchildren, Andrea, Elijah, David Jr., Matthew, Joe, Susie, John, Alexandra, Emily; great-grandson, Landon, with another one on-the-way; sisters, Patricia (Jay) Severson, Betty (Gerry) Brown, Vonnie (Wim) Ibes and brother, Frank (Vida) Ditter; sisters- in-law, Jeanne (Louis) DesLauriers, Yvonne Casserly; a host of nieces, nephews, loving relatives and friends. Visitation Wednesday, 6/28/06, starting at 4 PM, with prayer service at 7 PM, all at Billman-Hunt Chapel, 2701 Central Ave NE, Mpls. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, 4 PM, with visitation one hour prior at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 7025 Halifax Ave N., Brooklyn Center. Dinner reception to follow Mass at the church. Private family burial at St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Parker Hughes Cancer Center or the donor's choice of charity. He's gone home. Billman-Hunt Funeral Chapel 612-789-3535

Deb, I wish you and your family continued strength and comfort in the days and weeks ahead.

What a handsome man!!! We were fortunate enough to meet him at Kristin's Graduation dinner. Our thoughts are with you Deb and family!



love Byron, Nicole, Ella and Auden Nazar

Deb,



Our prayers and thoughts to you and your family on the loss of your Dad

Peace,



Mark & Nancy Bina

Dear family,

What a wonderful blessing and honor it has been to know Uncle Don. I will keep him in my heart always. I sent a donation in his memory to Women for Women International.

I am happy he is home again.

Love to you all,

Jennifer

I will always remember Don as Paul's dad and Alex and Emily grandpa... although he was clearly so much to so many people.



Whenever I think of him, I always remember him at family parties when he would take time to sit back and quietly watch all of his family, and especially his grandkids. He just glowed with love and pride for all of you.



May those types of memories bring you love and some comfort during this hard time.

Don was a "man" ... and few men can be given such a title. Many men are hard, but few are tough. Hard men have thick skin and little time for caring. Tough men have thick skin as well; but inside them beats a huge, caring heart -- a heart like Don's. I can only hope that some of you became part of me! Thanks for the privilege of knowing you! I will love you always and keep close to my heart all the things your life has taught me, my dear, ("Yes, let me say it") sweet, uncle.

Dear Deb and Family

My deepest sympathy. I could feel the love you had for your Dad when you talked about this bigger than life guy. My heart goes out to you.

Grandpa-

I will miss your presence. The man always willing to offer advice, "Always save 10% of your check and don't date a girl you wouldn't marry." I will always think about our times talking together. I know your spirit will always be with me in my journey. I love you.