Donald E. Sheets, age 84, of Chardon, passed away Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, with his family by his side.
He was born Aug. 1, 1938, to the late Leroy and Elizabeth Sheets in Lancaster.
He served in the U.S. Marines.
Don retired from Erison Machine Shop in 2015.
He was known best for keeping an immaculate yard, being a great husband, dad and loving papa.
Don enjoyed fishing, yardwork, a nice hot sunny day and spending time with his family and dogs.
He will be sadly missed by his wife of 66 years, Pat Sheets; six children, Donna (Tom) Edwards, Vickie (Pat) O’Grady, Scott (Bridget) Sheets, Mike (Marie) Sheets, Pam (Paul) Pfiester and Jacquie (Casey) O’Conner; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sister, Barb (Gary); brother, Danny (Kim); and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Sly Family Funeral home assisted his family with arrangements. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.slyffh.com.
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