He was born on May 26, 1934 in Sacramento, CA, son of the late Harold and Hazel Scholefield.
Donald was a member of Thomas Road Baptist Church and was retired from Grayson Electronics. He enjoyed hiking, nature, and working on things at his home especially his plants and flowers.
In addition to his wife Geraldine, he is survived by 2 daughters, Jennifer Thompson and husband Scott and Jeanna Novak; 1 step-daughter, Linda Weil and husband Skip; 4 grandchildren, Steven Thompson, Ashley Lindsay, Tyler Hiner, and Lauren Novak.
A service celebrating his life will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2019 in the Pate Chapel at Thomas Road Baptist Church with Pastor Jonathan Falwell officiating.
Interment will follow in Fort Hill Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the church.