Donald Lee Harless
59, of Mooresville, unexpectedly passed away on December 22, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Don was born on January 7, 1965 in Martinsville, Indiana to the late Billy Joe Harless and Rosie Marie (Pannell) Harless, who survives.
The youngest of his siblings and a hard-working man, Don followed in his father’s footsteps as an advocate horse trainer. He embodied a fierce love of his family and all animals. His passion and advocacy for animals and their care displayed his kind, gentle spirit. He will be remembered for his love of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, his love for his family, his passion and love for animals, who lived his life to its fullest.
He is survived by his mother, Rosie Marie Harless; siblings Billy Darile Harless, Deborah Harless, Dianna Wamsley, Donna Shrake, Darlene Thomas, Danny Joe Harless, and a huge extended family, who will miss him dearly.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate Don’s life privately, at a later date.
Final arrangements and cremation are entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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