Donald D. Napier

Donald D. Napier obituary

Donald D. Napier

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St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

526 North Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

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526 North Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

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Queen of Angels Catholic Cemetery

1901 Queen of Angels Drive, Winter Park, FL 32792

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Donald Napier Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DeGusipe Funeral Home & Crematory - R. Lee Williams Chapel on Sep. 19, 2025.

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Donald D. Napier, 83, of Winter Park, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025. He was born on December 16, 1941, in North Plainfield, New Jersey, to the late Donald and Marjorie Napier. Don shared 52 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Nancy Napier, who survives him. He was a devoted father to Donald B. Napier (Erin, deceased), Michael Napier (Renee) and Elizabeth Hicklin (Lance). and a proud grandfather to James, Mia, Donald, Taggart, Bowen, and Chase. He also leaves behind his faithful dog, Callie, who was always by his side. A man of deep faith, Don was a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. He was also proud to have served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. He built a successful career as the owner of an insurance agency before retiring. In his younger years, he played baseball at the University of Miami, where his lifelong love of sports began. He remained a passionate Hurricanes football fan and dedicated season ticket holder for many years. Besides spending time with his family, travel was Don's greatest passion. He was a world traveler who explored the globe and had the joy of visiting all seven continents. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 23, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place at Queen of Angels Cemetery, Winter Park, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Haiti Ministry at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

23

Service

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

526 North Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

Send Flowers

Sep

23

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

526 North Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

Send Flowers

Sep

23

Graveside service

12:30 p.m.

Queen of Angels Catholic Cemetery

1901 Queen of Angels Drive, Winter Park, FL 32792

Send Flowers

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.