Don passed away on November 29, 2025. Preceded in death by Don's parents, Fred and Virginia and sister Barbara Wallace. Don was a graduate of Aquinas High School (1957). He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sharon (Mesi), Daughters Tina Vetter (Chris) and Andrea Thomas, Sons Todd (Chelly) and Donnie. Grandsons Troy, Kyle and Justin Thomas, Cody L'Huillier (Heather) and Murphy Vetter. Granddaughters Katie Vetter, Taylor Thomas, Presley Fluhart (Mike). Great-grandchildren Logan, Ashton, Londyn L'Huillier, Hunter, Annie and Ava Fluhart and Hadley L'Huillier, and several nieces and nephews. Don was an employee with Worthington Industries for 32 years. At Don's request cremation has taken place and a private family memorial service will take place at a later date. Don will be sadly missed by all.
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