Donald I. "Don" Duckwitz Jr.
Donald I. "Don" Duckwitz Jr.
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He was a proud and loving father to Ryan (Melissa) Duckwitz, Heidi (Matthew) Leone, and Ashley Perez, and found great joy in being "Papa" to his four beloved grandchildren: Emma, Paige, Brady, and Sophie. Don's presence was a steady source of strength and love for all who knew him. Don was a beloved brother-in-law especially close to Jerry and Sally Beil, and Joann and Bruce Stroh, as well as a treasured uncle. He was also a devoted brother to the late Donna Hemphill.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Don's life on Friday, October 17 th. Visitation with family from 9:30am followed by a service at 10:30am at Chelten Church of Hope, 1601 N. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025. Following the service, the family will greet guests at the church from 12:00pm to 1:30pm. Interment will be private.
In honor of Don's memory and in lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
Don's legacy of kindness, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to family will live on in the many lives he touched.
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Ruthanne Hill
October 14, 2025
Sue, Heidi,Ryan and Ashley
So sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
The Hill's Ruthanne, Ray, Jason and David
John inkaid
October 12, 2025
Sue, Ryan, Heidi, Ashley.
Condolences for your loss.. Just a big sweet man. He brightened every room he entered. Just a wonderful man. Rest with God ,Don....
Lynne (Haerer) Helbig
October 12, 2025
I graduated with Sue and Don in 1968 from Springfield High School. I enjoyed seeing them together at our various high school reunions. I send love and prayers to Sue and her family. May your precious memories help comfort you and your sweet family at this sad time. Rest in Peace, Don.
Lynne (Haerer) Helbig
Polly Hopkinson
October 12, 2025
Condolences to Sue and their family. Remembering Don for the caring, devoted and supportive friend that he was to my brother John Dalgliesh through the years.
Polly Hopkinson
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Bud & Gail Swope
October 12, 2025
Wanted to extend our sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Rose and Tony Sovira
October 12, 2025
Sue and family,
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Don. His friendly and kind demeanor, as our neighbor on Willow Road and a member of OPC, will forever be etched in our memories. In these difficult times, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With love,
Rose and Tony Sovira
Lous Stalsitz
October 11, 2025
One of the greatest guys I've ever been associated with. Aways respected him. Great father and grandfather.
Barbara wells raser
October 11, 2025
I am deeply saddened by this.... A fellow classmate to both sue and Don who I shared fun memories with as a Springfield student... sue, my deepest condolences as this most difficult time. He was a good one.. I will always remember his sparkley blue eyes and friendly smile. This was a shocker. Much love to your family
Barbara Krok
October 11, 2025
Sue, Ryan, Heidi and Ashley,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Don was one of a kind, a great guy and I'll never forget him having me try my first clam! God Bless you all Barb Moses Krok
Donna (Walins) Kulp
October 11, 2025
Will miss seeing you at all our HS reunions, RIP Don
Wendy (White) McCluskey
October 11, 2025
Condolences to the family. Rest in peace, Don.
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