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Marsh, Donald Michael Marsh of Parma, MI, our loving husband, dad, grandpa passed away at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, September 28, 2023. He was 61 years old. Don was born July 14, 1962 in Jackson, Michigan the son of Virgina A. (Ostrander) and Thomas J. Marsh. He was a 1982 graduate of Western High School. He worked at Lefere Ford in Jackson, MI and Maaco in Parma, Ohio, and started his own business Don Marsh Service in Parma, MI for over 25 years. He enjoyed snowmobiling, motorcycling, boating, camping, and racing sprint cars.
Surviving are his loving wife of 29 years, Angela J. Marsh; his #1 daughter, Stephanie A. Marsh (Brandon Earl); his #1 son, Michael D. Marsh; his grandson, Oliver Earl; parents-in-laws, Barbara & Keith Lane; sisters and brothers, David (Hiedi) Marsh, Diane Marsh Caruthers, Dawn Marsh Ferguson, Alex (Lashanda) Richardson, and Adam Richardson; aunts and uncles, Amy (Jim) Guerriero, Walter (Barb) Ostrander, Marian Reardon, and Priscilla Serrett; #1 nieces and nephews, Mitchell (Yvette) Banner, Matthew (Leslie) Banner, Marissa Banner (Cody Wright), Laura Martel, Sara Martel (Kyle Coolidge), Alex (Rusty) Wellman, Aarica Marsh (Adam DePollo), Edward (Crystal) Bethel, Mecca (Linc) Hsu, Timothy (Sarah) Marsh, Thomas (Caitlin) Marsh, Abigail Richardson, Aiden Richardson, Avery Richardson, Moira Reid, Orion Reid, Soren Richardson, Eros Richardson, Onyx Richardson; many great nieces, great nephews, cousins, and friends. Donald was preceded in death by his parents.
The celebration of Don's life will be on October 21, 2023 at 2:00pm at the Masonic Temple, 100 W. Main Street, Parma, MI. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Henry Ford Hospice or Jackson County Animal Shelter in memory of Donald.
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mike thomas
October 20, 2023
Don was a lifelong friend , a chip off the old block , my deepest condolences to his family
Sharon Hoch
October 17, 2023
I went to school with Donnie and Dawn. Such a nice family! I am very sorry to hear of Donnie´s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and many friends.
Scott Pangborn
October 6, 2023
Scott Pangborn
Donnie was the definition of "give you the shirt off his back" The world would be a lot better place if everyone was a little more like Donnie. Sorry to wife and kids for your loss, I know it must be a hard one.
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David
October 1, 2023
Running over the air line with my bike to ring the bell at his gas station. He would oil my chain and give me air for my tires.
Scott Winter
October 1, 2023
Don was a great guy.I had alot of great times with hin at the station. RIP Don you will be missed by all.
Jim Corcoran
September 30, 2023
I will always remember working on and going to sprint car races with Tom, Don and David. We enjoyed it even when everything was breaking. I miss Tom and Don. They are forever in my thoughts and the world is a lesser place without them in it. My condolences to the rest of the family Jim Corcoran
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