A son of the late Theodore and Ruth Layman Showalter, he was born on November 11, 1943 in Harrisonburg where he was a lifelong resident.
Don was a member of First Church of the Brethren. He was a roofing contractor for many years and also worked for Christophel Properties.
On June 9, 1997 he married Sonia Isabel Larios Aguirre Showalter who survives.
He is also survived by his son, Chris Showalter of Elkton, daughter, Claudia Yoder of Harrisonburg; step-sons, Dany Alcaide and wife Brenda of Canada, Yourdy Alcaide and wife Sarah of Nebraska; all his grandchildren including Gia Yoder who was raised in his home, and Vicky, Sebastian, Gaby, Ana Karen, Frida, Keira, Everlee, Benjamin and Daniela; and his sister, Betty Morris of Grottoes.
The family wishes to thank Paul Christophel for his friendship and support through the years.
His body will be cremated at Lindsey Cremation Chapel.
An online memorial service, hosted by First Church of the Brethren, will be Saturday, June 20, 2020 at 11:00 am. Please use the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89224150809.
Memorial contributions may be sent to First Church of the Brethren, 315 S Dogwood Dr., Harrisonburg, VA 22801 or Harrisonburg Rescue Squad, Inc. Attn: Donations, P.O. Box 1477, Harrisonburg, VA 22803 in his memory.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.lindseyharrisonburg.com
