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Funeral services are pending under the direction of the Meyer Funeral Home in Lebanon, IL.
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Donald D. Walthes, 69, of rural Trenton, died Monday, January 20, 2014, at St. Louis University Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Marie (nee French) Walthes.
Donald honorably served his country in the Army Infantry from 1964 to 1968, as a field communications wireman. During his service, he was awarded a National Defense Service Medal and a Sharpshooter (Rifle) Badge. He was a proud member of the Lebanon Singer Society, the Lebanon Gun Club, and the National Rifle Association.
Don enjoyed the friendship of many in the Lebanon community and was always an eager volunteer for organizations or individuals in need of help. Don formed a special bond with Ronnie and Joan Christ and their family. He lived at the farm with them for over 20 years. He loved all the animals, big and small, and called them “the little darlins!” He spent countless hours with his ride-around buddy, John Feltrop, and his fishing buddy, Lawana Feltrop.
He will be greatly missed by many with whom he shared special times, and will be remembered always.
Funeral services are pending under the direction of the Meyer Funeral Home in Lebanon, IL.
