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1938
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2023
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Harold Donaldson Obituary
Harold L. Donaldson, 85, of Deshler, passed away at 6:57 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay.
He was born June 15, 1938, in Wood County, to Ernest and Dorthea (Jordan) Donaldson.
Harold is survived by his long-time companion, Phyllis Workman of Deshler; daughters, Rebecca (Ryan) Cantu of Fostoria, Dawn (Joe) Wittenmyer of Defiance, Amy (Jeremy) Chetister of North Baltimore, and Kim Workman of McComb; son, Stacey (Anne) Gazarek of North Baltimore; brothers, Roy (Janet) Donaldson and Charles (Judy) Donaldson of Findlay; sister, Lottie Pixley of North Baltimore; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson; and a great-granddaughter.
Harold worked in maintenance at JK Company in Findlay. He was an U.S. Army Veteran and member of Amvets and V.F.W.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, at SMITH-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, North Baltimore.
Memorial contributions may be made to charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.smithcrates.com.
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Violet Benedict
August 21, 2023
Thinking of you Dawn and Amy. Prayers for peace at this difficult time. Love you both so much
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Laura McCance
August 21, 2023
Dit was always good to me, he was the only father that was ever there for me.
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23
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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Smith-Crates Funeral Home - North Baltimore515 N Main St, North Baltimore, OH 45872
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