Donald Raymond Twickler, Sr.

Donald R. Twickler, Sr. passed away peacefully at home on April 6, 2025 at 86 years of age. He was born on May 12, 1938, a native New Orleanian and long time resident of Metairie, LA. Donald is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Mary A. Olmstead Twickler as well as his children, Donald R. Twickler, Jr. (Kelly), Diane Twickler French (Bryan) and David M. Twickler. Beloved grandfather of Christopher P. French, Michael R. Robin, Ryan M. French, Mason C. Robin, and Evan C. Twickler. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick W. Twickler, Sr. and Rosie Russo Twickler, as well as his brother, Frederick W. Twickler, Jr.

Donald attended Saint Stephen Catholic School and graduated from De La Salle High School in 1956. He served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1959. He worked for Edison and Lanier Electronics companies, then retired from General Electric as a computer repair technician. He was a parishioner of St. Edward the Confessor Church for many years and attended weekly Chapel for adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

Donald was an avid sports enthusiast. He enjoyed traveling and antiquing with his wife and friends. He loved to read and had an extensive collection of books and coins.

The family would like to give special thanks to Vital Caring Home Health and Dependable in Home Care.

Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation and funeral mass on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, LA 70124. The visitation begins at 9:00 a.m. until the mass at 11:00 a.m. The interment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum, which is on the same property as the funeral home.