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Donavon Hauenstein Obituary

Donavon Eugene Hauenstein

Donovan Eugene Hauenstein, 65, of Fostoria, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023, at his residence.

He was born Feb. 27, 1958, in Upper Sandusky, to Russell Hauenstein and Joyce (Putnam) of Findlay. They preceded him in death. Donovan's first wife was Debra Druckenmiller. He married his current wife, Kay Morgan, on July 4, 1999, and she survives.

Donovan is also survived by his sons, Andrew Michael (Emily) Hauenstein of Brighton, Michigan, and Joshua David Hauenstein of Ferndale, Michigan; brother, Russell (Virginia) Hauenstein of Bowling Green; and grandchildren, Cameron A. Hauenstein, Brianna C. Hauenstein, and Delaney R. Hauenstein.

Donovan attended school in Carey, Vanlue, and Arcadia before graduating from Arcadia High School in 1977. He attended Terra Tech College where he received an Associate's degree in HVAC, University of Toledo, where he received a Bachelor's degree. He also earned a doctorate degree in Naturopathic Medicine and Pastoral Counseling. He was known as "Happy Pappy" to his grandkids and enjoyed spending time with his family.

Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023, and 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Coldren-Crates Funeral Home. Donavon's funeral will be 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Knollcrest Cemetery with full military rights conducted by Hancock County Veterans Memorial Squad.

Memorial contributions may be made to You are Loved Ministries, 2447 Tiffin Avenue Unit 151, Findlay.

Online condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.coldrencrates.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Courier on Jun. 13, 2023.

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205 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, OH 45840

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205 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, OH 45840

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15

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1:00 p.m.

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205 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, OH 45840

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