Donnie Hacker Obituary
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He had been a resident of Washington County for most of life. Graduated In 1973, from Pekin High School. Then went on to get his associates degree at Northwood in French Lick. In 1991 he married Mary Patricia (Hudkins) Hacker, who survives. He was a part of the Salem Moose Lodge #2380. He enjoyed deep sea fishing in Destin Florida, camping and fishing at Patoka and Dale Hallow Lakes, and he had a strong Christian faith.
Survivors include: Wife: Mary Patricia (Hudkins) Hacker Sister: Janet (Tim) Armstrong of Summerville, South Carolina; Sister: Pamela (Ron) Lambert of North Fort Myers, Florida; Nephew: Fred Armstrong; Nephew: Craig Lambert; Nephew: Cory Lambert; Niece: Angela Armstrong. Many great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by His Mother and Sister Sandra Trabel.
Donnie was laid to rest at St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery in Salem.
Memorial Contributions to:
Food bank of your choice or
Washington County Humane Society / Salem Animal Shelter
204 W. Joseph Street
Salem, Indiana 47167
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Claudia Coffey
July 22, 2025
Mary, thinking of you and praying for you and family in the loss of Donnie. He will be missed. Claudia
Patricia Barnard
July 21, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss Mary. I´m thinking and praying for you daily.
Patty
Susie (Wilson)z Schocke
July 17, 2025
Sorry for your loss Mary! You are in my prayers!
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Jim Libka
July 17, 2025
I always thought so much of Donnie. He was funny, hardworking, honest in his business dealings, and just someone you like to be around.
Mel Bierly
July 16, 2025
Our prayers are with you and your family.
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