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Donald Tschetter Obituary

RAPID CITY - Donald O. Tschetter, 66, Rapid City and formerly of Huron, died Thursday, Jan. 26, 2006, at an Aberdeen hospital. Don was born Jan. 22, 1940, in De Smet, S.D., the second son of Dr. Paul and Elizabeth Tschetter. They moved to Huron in 1944, where Don attended school and graduated from Huron High School in 1958. He was a member of Huron's 1958 undefeated State Championship basketball team. This was one of his fondest memories. He then continued his education at Huron College. Donald married Barbara Venables on Oct. 2, 1965. They remained in Huron until 2000, when they moved to Rapid City. While residing in Huron, Don was one of the founding Board Members of the Huron Little League. Don and his wife were members of the Blessed Sacrament Church in Rapid City and he served as a Eucharistic Minister at the church. Survivors include his wife Barb Tschetter, Rapid City, sons, Steven Tschetter and his wife Stacey, Rapid City, and Jeff Tschetter and his wife Jody, Forest Lake, MN, one daughter, Michele Thomson and her husband Mark, Kentwood, Michigan, and nine grandchildren, Lauren, Taylor, Alexis and Reilly Tschetter, of Rapid City, and Dustin and Jacob Tschetter, Forest Lake, MN, Reghan, Osta and Kenzie Thomson, Kentwood, Michigan. He is also survived by one brother, Dr. Richard Tschetter, Sioux Falls, S.D., and one sister, Diane Steinmetz, Denver, CO. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Paul Tschetter, and his mother, Elizabeth Hansen Tschetter. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Sunday at the Osheim-Catron Funeral Home with a Christian Wake Service at 6:00 p.m. Sunday at the Blessed Sacrament Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Blessed Sacrament Church with Rev. Dan Juelfs presiding. Interment will be at the Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may sign his online guest register and offer condolences at www.osheimcatron.com.

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Published by Rapid City Journal on Jan. 28, 2006.

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Tim & Tammy Jager

February 24, 2006

Dear Barb and Family,

We are saddened to hear of your loss and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.

Carol Beck -Larsen

February 16, 2006

Barb and Family: So sorry for your loss you will be in my thoughts and prayers. It has been so long since I've seen either one of you, but have fond memories.

Jason Preston

February 15, 2006

Dear Barb and family.

I am very sorry to hear of Don's passing. Don was always fun to talk with, no matter what we were talking about. I will miss running into him and talking about the 'old times' and the new sports news of the day.

Jason Preston

Cel Jennewein

February 13, 2006

Dear Barb,

Clayton Jacoby called to tell me Donnie had died unexpectedly. I am so sorry. Know you and your family have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Cel

Bruce Pier

February 9, 2006

Barb and family: We are so very sorry to hear of the death of Don. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during these most difficult times.



Bruce and Lucille Pier

Sally Pawlovich

February 5, 2006

Barb and family,

I was so sorry to hear about Don's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences and prayers.

Ken and Sally Pawlovich

Connie (DeJong)Doering

February 5, 2006

Barb and family: I was home this weekend and mom informed me about Don. My prays and thoughts are with you during this time. I have many good memories and my deepest sympathy.

Bob TIMM

February 5, 2006

I enjoyed playing pool and poker with Don he had a wonderful personality and will be missed. Bob Timm Huron

Betty Forsburg

February 4, 2006

Barb, Michele, Steve & Jeff, I was so sorry to hear of Don's untimely passing. We were neighbors for a few years in Huron. My sincere sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with you.

Julie (Kasperson) Madden

February 3, 2006

Dear Barb,

My sympathy to you and your family in this difficult time. Don was a nice man and I am sad for your loss.

Ken & Bonnie Ochsner

February 3, 2006

Barb and Family,



Bonnie and I extend our sincere sympathies to everyone in your family during this period.

Bob and Penny Glanzer

February 2, 2006

Barb and Family: Just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of Don's passing. I sincerely enjoyed my years of working with Don at FM Bank. It was always a treat to sit at his desk during the "slow" times and talk. Great sense of humor and always had lots of stories. He will be missed.

Gary Johnson

February 1, 2006

Dear Barb and Family,



Our deepest sympathy to you and Don's extended family. The Johnson's and Tschetter's have been the closest and dearest friends two families can ever be. I know my father Dave always counted Don and his father Dr. Paul as his personal best friends.



Gary and Linda Johnson

Jeff zumBrunnen

February 1, 2006

Dear Barb & Family:

We are so sorry to here of your loss.Don was a great man. He always had a smile for everyone.

God Bless.

Jeff & Louise zumBrunnen

Barry and Brenda Cranston

February 1, 2006

Barb, Steve, Jeff and Michelle



We're so sorry to hear about Don. We always enjoyed our time with him and your family. We will miss him very much. He always brought a lot of joy to us and he was so much fun to be around. Take care and know that we're thinking of you in this difficult time.



Barry and Brenda (Pier) Cranston

Ralph & Camille (Beerman) Christie

January 31, 2006

Dear Barb and family,

We were so sorry to hear about Donnie's passing. I have known him a long time and know he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Steve and Karen Hofmann

January 31, 2006

So sad to hear of Donnie's passing,liked to stop in and visit him when we were in Rapid City. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rilla Vieregg

January 31, 2006

Barb and Family:



I was sorry to hear of Donnie's death. Always looked forward to seeing him at our reunions and will miss seeing him at our 50th. You are certainly in my thoughts and prayers.

Phyllis Jones

January 31, 2006

Barb, I'm so sorry to hear about Donnie. My memories of him go way back to the Loan Company when he and Ruth worked together. He always had a story about someone or something to tell me. Phyllis

John and Donna (Pier) LeGrand

January 31, 2006

Barb,Steve,Michelle and Jeff

Don always had a smile and John really enjoyed the time he and Don worked together at OsBorns. We have so many great memories of your family. May God send his loving arms in comfort. Our deepest Sympathy, John and Donna

Sharlene DesLauriers Wolf

January 31, 2006

Barb and Family,

My heart hurts for your loss in Donnie's passing. You were all such wonderful neighbors when my dad, Glen, died. I will always be grateful for that. I have many wonderful memories of living in Huron and your family is a part of those. Thank you. The Circle of Life is a strange and wonderful thing.

My prayers are with you.

Sharlene DesLauriers Wolf and family

Rob & Melanie Timm

January 31, 2006

Steve,

Sorry to hear about your dad. I always enjoyed visiting with Donnie whenever I ran across him, either when he lived back in Huron or in Rapid. He truly was a great individual who had a great smile and kind words to say everytime we spoke. Our prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.



Rob & Melanie Timm

Phil & Linda VanDeWalle

January 31, 2006

Barb: We are so sorry to hear about Donnie. He was so friendly and I very much enjoyed visiting with him. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hang in there.

Sharlene DesLauriers Wolf

January 30, 2006

Barb and Family,

Was so sad to hear of Donnie's passing. I have many fond memories of our years next door. You and your family were so much help at the time of my dad, Glen's, passing. Donnie will always hold a special place in my heart. Many good years of working together in the banks in Huron. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sharlene DesLauriers Wolf

Chandler, AZ

Jeanie Greenwood

January 30, 2006

Barb and Family,

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. I have the fondest memories of you from Tschetter & Holm Clinic. You always had a smile for everyone. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort at this difficult time.

Doug and Jeanie (Tschetter) Greenwood

Frank & Marlene Schafer

January 30, 2006

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that our prayers are with you Barb and your family at this difficult time. May the fond memories and leaning on God's help make the path to the future easier for all of you.

MaryEllen Johnson

January 30, 2006

Barb and Family,

We were surprised and saddened to hear of Donnie's passing. He was always so delightful whenever or where ever we ran into him. Your family provides us with happy memories in Huron. Todays heavy hearts will be replaced with fond memories of a wonderful man, father, and husband. He will be greatly missed. May God bless you today and always. Curt and MaryEllen Johnson

JOHN OSBORN

January 30, 2006

I HAVE MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF DONS TIME AT OSBORN'S. HE WAS ALWAYS FUN TO WORK WITH AND NEW MORE PEOPLE THAN ANYBODY I CAN THINK OF. I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO BARB AND FAMLILY ON BEHALF OF MYSELF,BOB AND OUR FAMILYS. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

Dan Wiebelhaus

January 30, 2006

Barb, Steve, Michelle, & Jeff,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Don was a terrific individual and had a special impact to the Wiebelhaus family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.



Dan, John, & Mitch Wiebelhaus

Shawna (Arteman) Blasing

January 30, 2006

Barb,Steve, Michele and Jeff,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Shawna

Karolyn DeShazer

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb,

Was saddened to hear of your sudden loss. My thoughts are with you.

Karolyn ( Class of 61)

Jackie Ochsner

January 30, 2006

Barb and family,

Was so sorry to hear about Don. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Jackie Ochsner

Bob and Darlene Burckhartzmeyer

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb and family,

So sorry to hear of Donnie's passing. We enjoyed your family as neighbors way back when. Donnie was so friendly and always had a great smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Smokey and June Almond

January 30, 2006

Barb and family: We are so sorry to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

James and Loretta Murphy

January 30, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. We have fond memories of Donnie. May his soul rest in peace.

Dar Hofer-King

January 30, 2006

Barb & kids!! So sorry to hear of your loss! I've been thinking of you with LOTS of great memories!! Take care, Dar

Cara and Chuck Morton

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb and family, I am so sorry to hear about Don. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.

Bill & Carole Davis

January 30, 2006

Barb,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.



With Sympathy,

Tana Berens

January 30, 2006

Barb, Steve, Michelle, and jeff,

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you...We are so sorry to hear of your lost, May God Bless you All....Tana, Brad and girls....

Vern and Gerri Kahre

January 30, 2006

Barb

Sorry to hear of Donnies passing. I enjoyed the trips I road to Rapid with you. Gerri

Billie Cowden

January 30, 2006

Barb,

What a shock to hear of Don's passing. He will be very much missed here at the office. He was always such a help to me when we worked saturdays together. He always had such a warm smile. It is difficult to imagine he won't be coming in again. My sincerest condolenses to you and your family.

May God send His mercy and grace at this time of great loss.

Tom and Kaylene (Murphy) Gonnelly, and children

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb, Steve, Michelle, Jeff and families:

We were sorry to hear about the loss of Donnie. May God's grace rest upon you and may His love be with you all during this time.

God Bless you!

June Hegg

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb and family. You all have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard about Don's death. He was a special friend to many of us and will be missed. One very special guy who happened to be married to one very special gal!!

LaVern Barta

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb & Family

I was very sorry to hear about Donnie. Our years of working together at F & M was the best years I have ever know. He will be missed greatly.

Mike Nieman

January 30, 2006

Barb and Family,

Sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike & Angela Nieman

Michael &Barrie Held

January 30, 2006

Dear Barb,Steve Michelld and Jeff,

On behalf of the two of us and our children, we ask the Lord to comfort all of you and provide his shelter and protection to each of you and your families.

Don was always so friendly but also so supportive of my coaching the Legion team. I really appreciated his support, and Steve and Jeff I recall fondly the relationship I had with both of you.

God Bless!

Michael

Mike and Linda Ball

January 30, 2006

Barb & family, so sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family....Mike & Linda Ball

Alison & Dean Dennis

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb & family,

Geri called and let us know.So sorry for your loss. Donnie was always friendly and had a big smile.We'll keep in touch.

Dude and Mae Vanderhule

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb and family,

So sorry to hear about Don. Just remember that all of you are in our prayers and thoughts.

Noel Kutil and Family

January 29, 2006

Barb and Family,

Sorry to hear about your families loss. Our prayers are with you.

Valerie & Tom Anez

January 29, 2006

Barb and Family,



We are sorry to hear about your loss of such a close loved one. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers in this hard time.

Julie (Ehret) Greenfield

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb, Steve, Michelle, Jeff and families:



I am so sorry to hear about Donnie. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time and will continue so. As I hope you are, I have been recollecting many good memories of our family times together. Donnie's good nature, wit and quick smile in particular will be remembered. I'm sorry I will not be able to attend tomorrow.



Love,



Julie (Ehret) Greenfield

Jeannine Hittle

January 29, 2006

Barb and family:



I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find strength in each other.

Greg and Paula Sorensen

January 29, 2006

Steve,

Our deepest sympathies at the time of your loss.

Tom & Sandy Beerman

January 29, 2006

Barb & Family

Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

Don was a special friend of the Beerman Families.

Don and Cathie Johnson

January 29, 2006

I just read in the Plainsman on-line about Don's death. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. I remember your family, especially from St. Martin School. Such good memories! Don and Cathie

Todd Ehret

January 29, 2006

Tschetter Family,

I was deeply saddend when I learned of Donnie's death. I will never forget all of the wonderful times our families spent together and Donnie's smile and warm "Ehret the carrot" greeting with a hug. He was a dear friend who will be missed by the entire Ehret family. I am so sorry I will not be able to attend the service but all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Todd, Debbie, Erika, & Bennett Ehret

Pam and Kevin Wiebelhaus

January 29, 2006

Barb,Steve, Michelle and Jeff,



We are shocked and so sorry to hear about the loss of Donnie. We both hold very fond memories of him and only hope you all can find comfort with friends and family in this difficult time. Please know your entire family is in our prayers.

Love,



Pam and Kevin Wiebelhaus

Rick & Wanda Hoffman

January 29, 2006

Barb & Family,

We were sorry to hear of Donnie's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michael and Rachel (Polfus) Marshall

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb and family,



I am so sorry to hear about Don's passing. He will be truly missed by many. I enjoyed the many years that you were neighbors and good friends to me and my family. We have really missed you since you have been gone. We think about you often and remember the good times we had with both you and Don and the whole family. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow and God will hold you in his hands and give you comfort.



Love, thoughts, and prayers...

Michael and Rachel

Burt and Robynn Almond

January 29, 2006

Barb and family,

Please accept our sincere condolence

at Donny's passing. We pray that you will be comforted by the love of family and friends, and all those who knew and cared about Don.

May God uphold and guide you in the days ahead.

Pat and Bob Hirtzel

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb: So sorry to hear your sad news. Don was a happy guy to know and it was a joy working with him. With prayers for you and your family.

Tom and Judy Martin

January 29, 2006

Barb and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time, Barb.

Floyd & Elsie & Ken Wiebelhaus

January 29, 2006

Barb & Family,

With Heartfelt Sympathy in the loss of Don. Our prayers are with you at this sad time. We will always be grateful to have known Don & the rest of your wonderful family over the years.

Randy & Donna Weber

January 29, 2006

Barb, Steve, Jeff & Michele & families,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband & Father. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Your family has meant so much to us in all the years past. Donnie will be greatly missed.

Jan Eickhoff

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb & Family,

I was very sorry to hear of Don's death. I hope your many memories of Don will be a comfort to you in the days ahead. A pleasant memory can brighten a down day! You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please know that many people are thinking of and praying for you.

Jan Eickhoff & Family

Richard & Sarah Mittelstedt

January 29, 2006

Barb, We were so sorry to hear about your loss. You have our sympathy.

Sue Kutil

January 29, 2006

Barb and Family,

My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of grief. So sorry to hear of your loss of Don.

Sue Kutil

Bill Sporrer

January 29, 2006

Barb and Family



My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow, Don was a wonderful friend, and I always enjoyed our weekly talks, he will be missed greatly. Love, Bill

Marilee Schaffer Rounds

January 29, 2006

Barb & Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time. We think of you often and all the support you showed us during the difficult times in our lives.

Our Deepest Sympathy,

Ron & Marlene Schaffer

Marilee Rounds

Angie Schaffer

Rob Schaffer

Marilyn Olliver

Cathy Blumenauer

Sharon Root Scott

January 29, 2006

Barb Alison wrote me by e mail to tell me about Don. Jim and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. Jim still remembers the good time we had that evening at your home in Huron. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sharon

Rich Strommen

January 29, 2006

Tshetter Family,



My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I knew Don as Steve's dad, but he was also a friend. He was a great person and I have the highest respect for him.

Toby and Vicky Sarahan

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb and Family,



Nothing we can say or write will ever ease the pain that you are feeling at the loss of your husband, father and friend. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.



The Sarahan Family

Myrna Knigge

January 29, 2006

We were so sorry to hear about Don. Our prayers are with you to find comfort in your loss.

Charles and Myrna Knigge

January 29, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. May God hold you in the Palm of His Hands.

Dr. Cy Haatvedt & Teresa Eckmann

Doug Almond

January 29, 2006

Barb & family,

Please know our prayers and love are sent to you in the loss of Donnie. We have many fond memories of our times together in Huron.

Love, Doug and Linda Almond

Betty Arteman

January 29, 2006

I am so sorry about Don death,I know how hard it will be on your family.My love to all,and may God hold him in His loving arms.Betty

Larry & Kay Zwanziger

January 29, 2006

Barb, Steve, Michelle & Jeff,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Love, Kay & Larry

Max & Jeannette Peterson

January 29, 2006

Barb and family,



Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.

Sandra Erickson

January 29, 2006

Barb, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Although we never met your husband, we're certain he was a wonderful man if he was married to you. You cared for our 14-year old son Joshua last fall during his stay at the rehabilitation hospital. We have such fond memories of you. Our hearts our heavy to learn of your loss.



Jeff Tennyson and Sandra Erickson

Larry and Rose Husted

January 29, 2006

Dear Barb and family, Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I am sure Don will be missed by many, and we want to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

I will be sure and let Brenda know of your loss also. She is doing well, she divorced about a year ago, and is now working 4 jobs and raising her 3 children. Brandi is in collage already so they have grown up fast. She has a gentleman friend and he is a really great guy, and they have alot of fun together. Not sure if it will go any further but they do enjoy each other a great deal and that's great for right now.

"When

someone you love

becomes a memory

The memory

becomes a

Treasure"



Larry and Rose Husted Huron

Brenda Powers Millersburg, In.

Mark Stolt

January 29, 2006

Tschetter Family--

Our sincere condolences to the Tschetter family. Donnie was a good man with always a friendly smile of welcome. I will remember him for this and the many other great qualities. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God Bless you and your family.

Darold Dornbush

January 29, 2006

Barb & Family.

We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have fond memories of summers playing tennis, conversations and time spend with Donnie. He was truly a good man and friend.

Bill Huggins

January 29, 2006

I always enjoyed my conversations with Don at the Rapid City YMCA. He was a great fellow and will be missed by all of us.

The Dr. Paul Hohm Family

January 28, 2006

Dear Barb & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We have many fond memories of Cousin Donny - the many hot days Dr. Paul spent with Donnie on the tennis court and enjoying Dr. Paul's sweetened ice tea. His pleasant smile and friendly greeting will never be forgotten. We are unable to make the trip to Rapid but will be thinking about you. We will miss Donny.

Larry & Jean Mitchell

January 28, 2006

Dear Barb & family,

We are so sorry for your loss.May the memories of the love you all shared & your faith give you comfort at this time.

John and Patty Sneden

January 28, 2006

Barb,

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family at this most difficult time.



Thinking of you..

Buzz Posz

January 28, 2006

Barb - Connie and I were saddened to learn that we lost our friend Donnie. All of our years of returning to Huron were never the same after he moved to Rapid City. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Buzz and Connie Posz

Karen & Dennis Jones

January 28, 2006

Dear Barb, Steve, Jeff and Michelle.

We are so sorry for your loss, it is hard to express our feelings.

I have known Donny since he was a small boy and remember all the good times growing up in Huron and especially those wonderful high school years. How the years have passed so quickly.

I know Donny was very proud of all his children and especially you Barb. I know your son Seve through pharmacy.

If Karen and I can do anything, now or in the years ahead let us know. We have a place in the Hills and come to Rapid City often.

Our thoughts are with you and your family.

The Joneses

Jerry & Mary Schneider

January 28, 2006

Dear Barb and family,

We were so sad to hear of Donnie's passing, may you know our love and prayers are coming your way. We always enjoyed his quick stops on the way by--a great guy to visit with. God Bless.

Jon (Petey) and Shelli Peterson

January 28, 2006

Tschetter Family,

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Dick & Sue Erickson

January 28, 2006

Barb & family:

We were saddened to hear about Don. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this sad time. If there is anything that we can do for you in the days to come, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Eunice Howard

January 28, 2006

Dear Barb,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. If you need support or company, please join us for our February dinner.

Eunice Howard

Thelma &Timer Allison

January 28, 2006

Barb & Faily

We are so sorry to hear about Donny,

Our prayers are with you all during this sad time. Our family has some fond memories of your family. Sorry we won't be at the services as we are in AZ.

Janice Barry

January 28, 2006

Barb, I am so sorry for your loss. As you know, I lost my Don to cancer in 2001, and am so grateful that the guys from the 1958 team were able to get together in 1998. Take care.

Roger and Dianne Petersen

January 28, 2006

Barb and family,

It saddened us to read of Don's passing. We want you to know that all of you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May memories of your life together provide strength at this time and in the days moving forward. God is always with us and may you feel his presence as you celebrate the legacy your husband and father left you.

Special thoughts and love,

Roger and Dianne

Peggy Stout

January 28, 2006

Dear Barb and kids, We are so sorry for your loss of Don, We remember and appreciate everything you all did for us and you are all very dear to us. Fond memories will be with us forever. Take care and we will call soon, Love Steve and Peggy Stout

Clayton Jacoby

January 28, 2006

To the Donnie Tschetter family; Our thoughts and prayers are with Barb and their family. Donnie was my friend since 2nd grade. He will be greatly missed. Donnie was special, a great friend and a great guy.

Al & Bonnie Hawks

January 28, 2006

Thoughts and prayers to you Barb and your family at this difficult time. Many good memories of our times in Huron.

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