Donald was born April 25, 1933, in Bucyrus, a son of the late Edwin and Bernice Oberlander Hoelzel, and got here to the Youngstown space as a toddler.

He was a 1951 graduate of South High School and attended Youngstown College, the place he earned a bachelor’s diploma in industrial administration, graduating in 1956. While attending faculty, Don labored as a time research tech for MacKenzie Muffler; upon commencement, Don accepted a place as an employment supervisor at Youngstown Steel Door Company, the place he labored till the corporate closed. Don then relocated to Dayton the place he labored for Wright Patterson Air Force Base as an industrial specialist for the Department of Defense.

Don proudly served within the Army and was stationed in Korea. He earned the rank of sergeant, earlier than being honorably discharged.

Mr. Hoelzel was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church in Boardman.

Donald was a member of the The Saxon Club for 55 years, and was named “The Man of the Year” in 2020, for all of the years of devoted service and numerous hours of volunteer work. He additionally served as treasurer and monetary secretary for Branch 30. He was a member of the Austintown Lions Club for 28 years, and acquired the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award in 2012. Don was additionally a member of the VFW Post 142, the American Legion Memorial Post 301 and NARFE, the National Active and Retired Federal Employees.

Don was a historical past buff, loved discussing politics, sports activities and studying the newspaper, each day. He loved watching the Cleveland Guardians, The Ohio State University Buckeyes and the Cleveland Browns. He was additionally an avid golfer and recorded two holes-in-one whereas in his 80s.

One of his largest needs was to rejoice his ninetieth birthday, and he did simply that on April 22 of this 12 months, with household and buddies.

After the passing of his spouse, Elaine, Don was lucky to search out love once more. He met June on the Canfield Fair in 2006, and so they married in August 2007.

He leaves to cherish his spouse, June Endress Hoelzel; his three sons, Donald Jr. (Marilyn) Hoelzel of Hubbard, Neil Hoelzel of Boardman and Garrett (Kim) Hoelzel of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; two stepchildren, legal professional Anthony (Kara) Sertick of Youngstown and Andrea (Ivan) Bosnjak of Boardman; 4 grandchildren, Mark Hoelzel, Connor Hoelzel, Colin Hoelzel and Lori (Joe) Shelby and their son, JJ Shelby; grandchildren, Ivan, Alec and Ava Bosnjak; a sister-in-law, Florence Hoelzel; a brother-in-law, Gary (Diana) Endress; and a number of other nieces and nephews, together with Bill and Bob Hoelzel, and lots of prolonged relations.

Don can be sadly missed by all who knew and beloved him.

His first spouse, Elaine Kavanaugh Hoelzel; his twin brother, Robert Hoelzel; and his sister, Jane Edmiston, preceded him in demise.

Don’s household want to prolong a heartfelt and honest thanks to the nurses and employees of Hospice of the Valley and Cornerstone Caregiving, for his or her kindness, care and compassion.

Family and buddies might name from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 16, 2023, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Road, Youngstown.

Family and buddies may collect once more from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, June 16, 2023, at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 7345 Westview Drive, Boardman, the place a Mass of Christian Burial can be celebrated at 11 a.m. A committal service with navy honors will observe in Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

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