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1961 Classmate Donald F. Voelkert passes away

Posted on January 30, 2018January 31, 2018 By Ellen Turnock

1961 Classmate Donald F. Voelkert passed away January 26, 2018 in Belleair Bluffs, Florida.

Don is survived by his wife of 20 years, Ruth Ann Voelkert, a son, Randall  ( Coleen ) Voelkert of Richmond, Michigan and a daughter Suzanne ( Terry ) Hart of Elkhart,   ten grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren .  He is also survived by a brother , Joel  ( Bev )Voelkert  of Valdosta, Georgia.

Don was a business entrepreneur, an inspiration to all and will be greatly missed. He was an avid deep sea fisherman, designed and built sport fishing catamarans, and loved golf. He was a long time member of the Belleair Country Club where he especially enjoyed being a member of a special group of golfing friends known as the Clackers. He loved watching football, basketball and golf.

To place a condolence, visit 222.mossfeasterclearwater.com

Our condolences to the family.

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