He retired from Kemper CPA after a lifelong career as a Certified Public Accountant. He was a life-time member of VFW Post # 1114, American Legion # 0008, West Side Nut Club, USI Varsity Club, Tri-State Wood Carvers, and numerous other civic organizations. He proudly served in the US Navy following high school graduation. He was a member of St. Peter’s UCC in Wadesville, IN. Don was a fan in the stands and a strong supporter of the mens and womens USI basketball teams, a frequent attendee at St. Louis Cardinals, was a Nascar fan, a talented woodcarver and a man who loved to travel.
He was preceded in death by his first wife of 44 years, Sandra, who passed away in 2004; brothers, Robert and Larry Deutsch.
Donald is survived by his wife of 10 years, Ruby; son, Michael Deutsch; daughters, Teresa (Floyd) Koch, Jennifer Deutsch; granddaughters, Sierra and Laura Koch; step-son, Mark (Connie) Yeager; step-granddaughters, Bobbi and Ashley.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Alexander West Chapel officiated by Pastor Janet Buente with burial to follow in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit 3-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2020 and Thursday 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to It Takes A Village No Kill Rescue or charity of your choice.
Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.
