Donald K. Schrock Jr.

Lewiston - Donald K. Schrock, Jr. 53, formerly of Jay passed away at Central Maine Medical Center following complications from life-long Hypogammaglobuliemia. Don was born, July 27, 1959 in N. Tonawanda, NY, son of Don and Jan Schrock of Winthrop. He moved to Jay, July 1976, when his father was transferred from International Paper Mill in Tonawanda, NY to the Jay mill. He received his Associates degree in Architectural Engineer from Central Maine Community College in June, 1981. He was employed by Rae Associates until 1984, at which time; he accepted an entry level position at International Paper, Androscoggin Mill in Jay. Over the next 28 years, Don learned the paper making process inside and out, was often being sought out by management to trouble shoot a problem with a downed piece of equipment or perfect the paper quality.

Don was a member of Bronzeback Maniac Fishing Club until his disability prevented him from participating in Club tournaments and activities. He was an avid hunter as well. An avid fan of the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres and Boston Red Sox, he often discussed stats and plays with his father, sister and step-son Thomas. His 2 Shelties, Shasta and Kori provided never ending entertainment and companionship. He married the former Sylvia Janelle, August 11, 1997. Until recently, they made their home in Jay. He embraced the role of step-dad and was always willing to give encouragement, support and love unconditionally. He was a positive role model, who taught through his actions, rather than words.

He is survived by his wife of 15 years; his parents; sister Teri Schrock of Topsham; step-children Angel Bonin Lovett and husband Bruce of Lewiston, Matthew Bonin and fiancée Erin McManus of Mustang Oklahoma and Thomas Bonin of Bangor; grandchildren, Christian Cottle, Sebastian Cottle, Ariel Lovett, Dennis Fligg, Lucas Bonin, and Jacoby Bonin; special aunt Garnet McConnaughey of Ransomville, NY, cousins, affectionately referred to as “The Girls”, Shawn, Debbie, Dawn and Kelly; special niece Stephanie Hanson of Poland and family friend Ariel Thomas of Turner.

Visitation will be held at The Fortin Group/Plummer Merrill Funeral Home in Auburn, on Friday from 2 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to 8 PM. Funeral Services will be held at the Funeral Home on Saturday at 11 AM. Committal Services will be held in the Spring at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donald’s memory to: Immune Deficiency Foundation, 40 West Chesapeake Avenue, Towson, Maryland 21204, or through their website at: https://crm.primaryimmune.org A Service of The Fortin Group / Plummer Merrill Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 217 Turner St., Auburn, Me. 04210