Donald Reid Maples

Donald Reid Maples obituary, Stone Mountain, GA

Donald Reid Maples

Donald Maples Obituary

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Donald Maples age 72 of Lawrenceville, GA (born in Jefferson City, TN) passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents Park and Janette Maples. He is survived by his wife Mary Maples, his daughter Danyell Lepkoske, his son in law Troy Lepkoske, grandson Koen Vinson, granddaughters Abbie Lepkoske and Lily Bowling. His twin brother Ronald Maples his wife Frankie Maples. His two sisters and their husbands Patricia and Terry Crittenden and Angela and Steve Mills. His beloved nieces and nephews Jeff Odom, Tracey Maples, Jamey Odom, Kris Price, Matthew Price, Lindsey Ivey and all of their spouses Mr. Maples was known as Donnie to most who knew him. Buggs to his wife and Papa to his grandkids. He loved traveling, visiting with family, and eating as much food as he could, especially Doris' chicken and dumplings. His favorite hobbies included tanning by the pool, bowling, drinking Dunkin Donuts frozen coffees and eating (again). Those who wish to donate in his name in lieu of flowers may do so at American CancerSociety, American Diabetes Association or American Heart Association.

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Wages and Sons Funeral Home and Crematory - Gwinnett Chapel

1031 Lawrenceville Hwy. NW, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

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