Donald F. English, 89, of Wolcott, passed away at 10:30 AM, February 23, 2017 at his residence surrounded by family.

He was born February 6, 1928 at his grandmother’s home in Remington, IN to the late Fern and Nellie (Johnston) English. Don spent his younger years living on the family farm north of Wolcott helping with the work and attending the local school. He was a 1946 graduate of Wolcott High School.

Don served in the United States Air Force from 1951 until his honorable discharge in 1953. He was stationed at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX for the entire time where he made many lifelong friends.

His marriage was to Dolores Nussbaum on August 3, 1958 in Remington at the United Methodist Church. Donald was a member of Remington United Methodist Church.

His favorite activities involved spending time with family, attending church, and farming the land until his retirement at the age of 87. He will be greatly missed.

Surviving Don along with his wife are sons, Bruce English of Ann Arbor, MI, Randall (Andrea) English of Wolcott, and Bryan (Cheryl) English of Zionsville, IN. Also surviving are grandchildren, Ethan, Erica, Austin, Jennifer, Collin, and Lauren English.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Fern and Nellie English.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM (EST), Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Remington United Methodist Church. Memorial Service 11 AM (EST), Wednesday, March 1, 2017 also at Remington United Methodist Church. Pastor Jeff Smith to officiate. Inurnment will follow at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Donald’s name to the Remington United Methodist Church.

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