Donald A. Hettenbach

Don was born in Philadelphia on 09/02/1936.

He graduated from St. John The Baptist High School in Manayunk/Philadelphia, PA before joining the U.S. Army, where he served honorably.

Don was married to Faith McKeogh Hettenbach on 8/24/1963. Don was friends with Faith’s brothers and eventually won her over!

Don worked in the industrial field of Automated Doors for The Stanley Works, which later became Stanley Magic Doors, where he retired as the Southeast Regional Manager.

Don was a member of Church of the Annunciation, in Altamonte Springs from the time that the church was created until his passing.

Affectionately known as PopPop to his grandkids, Don was very proud of, and involved with, his family. He was passionate about traveling, old cars, his grandchildren and his favorite canine pal, Sammy. He particularly enjoyed traveling to Europe and pointing out to family the places he visited while in the Army. Don could point out virtually any vintage car from the 50’s and tell you it’s year, make and model from memory. He also loved the music of the 50’s and early 60’s.

Don was a big advocate for family time and looked forward to family beach weeks, holidays and family vacations and gatherings.

Don was preceded in death by his father Grant Hettenbach, mother Margaret Esbensen Hettenbach and sister Claire Hettenbach DiCriscio.

Don is survived by Faith, his wife of 61 years, his sons Don Jr., Tom, Robert, Mike and Mark and his sister Margaret Hettenbach Gibbons. Survivors also include Daughter-in-laws Michele Hettenbach, Shannon Hettenbach, Nicole Hettenbach and granddaughters Meghan Hettenbach Weatherspoon, Allyson Hettenbach, Hannah Hettenbach, Hailey Hettenbach and grandson-in-law John Weatherspoon.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00am on 08/16/24, at Church of the Annunciation in Altamonte Springs, FL.

Arrangements are being handled by Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home with internment at Oaklawn Memorial Park

5000 CR 46

Sanford, FL 32271

407-322-4263

In lieu of flowers, the family would respectfully request that anyone wishing to donate do so to either

St. Judes Children Research Hospital or

Wound Warriors Project