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LAJINESS, Donald Edward Jr. - Age 76, of Farmington Hills, passed away April 18, 2021. Visitation will be held from 2-7 PM Sunday, April 25 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Those desiring may make contributions to the family. Donald was born June 1, 1944 in Highland Park, the son of Donald and Anna Lajiness. He was a veteran of the US Army and retired from General Motors. Donald loved his Harley Davidson and cherished his family more than anything. He is survived by his children, Derek (Carmen) Lajiness, Leah (Shawn) Finnegan, Donald C. (Nicole) Lajiness; grandchildren, Tryston "TJ" Lajiness, Chase Lajiness, Gage Lajiness, Cameron Finnegan, Jayden Finnegan, Colin Finnegan, Cadence Lajiness and Nadiya Lajiness; sister, Lynn Deladurantaye. He was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Lajiness and sister, Carol Bojanowski. Tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com
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