Donald Thomas Gilkey obituary

Donald Thomas Gilkey

11/7/1937 - 10/20/2015

Obituary For Donald Thomas Gilkey

Donald T. “Don” Gilkey, 77, of Celina, Ohio (formerly of Bloomingdale) died Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Community Hospice at Van Wert, Ohio. Don was born on November 7, 1937 the son of the late James Franklin Gilkey and Marjorie K. Wiggins Gilkey. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers James (Sandra) and Richard Gilkey and brother-in-law William Mascolino. Don retired from the former Leicy’s Drug Store as manager and later worked for Pennsylvania Fashions and was a member of Bloomingdale Presbyterian Church; member of Steubenville Masonic Lodge #45 and the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Steubenville. He graduated from Steubenville High School’s class of 1955. He is survived by his wife Regina D. Randolph Gilkey at home and daughter Stephanie (Joel) Will of Delphos, Ohio; grandchildren Elayna and Parker Will; two sisters, Rosemary Mascolino and Nancy (Harold) Cook both of Wintersville; numerous nephews and nieces and great-nephews and great-nieces. Friends may call at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home,215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, on Thursday from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m., where funeral services will be held Friday at 10 a.m., with Rev. Bill Westling officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery. Masonic services Thursday at 7:30 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Masonic Learning Center, 227 N. 4th Street, Steubenville, OH 43952.

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09/03/2024

Vernon & Malissa Polen

Regina, I know that God has another Angel and is at peace. May he shower you with some of that peace ! Stephanie & Will, Be near each other and hold the other one. You need each other more than ever now. Hold and Kiss the kids and just look at how your dad's life has helped you with raising those kids ! In the things he taught you !
09/03/2024

Expression of Sympathy

A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was ordered on October 21, 2015
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Pam Bednar
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Mary Kaye Robertson
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Mary Kaye Robertson

Love and prayers to all of you.........
09/03/2024

Jimmy Cassi Amairi and Dylan Painter

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
09/03/2024

The Painter Family
09/03/2024

Expression of Sympathy

A FRUIT AND GOURMET BASKET was ordered on October 21, 2015
09/03/2024

Nina(David) Matthews

My sincere sympathy to the family. Regina ,Nancy and Harold and nephew Dan (Becky)
09/03/2024

Pat Gaughan

I grew up a few doors away from Don and the Gilkey family. He was always very kind and friendly to all of us in the neighborhood. I appreciated that and looked up to him. I offer my sympathy to his wife and children and to Rosemary and Nancy. You are all in my prayers.Pat Gaughan
09/03/2024

Roy Arbogast

Regina and Stephanie, I am sorry to hear of Don's death. I did not know him for very long but as his employee from long ago I too remember him fondly. May God give you peace and comfort in this time. Roy Arbogast
09/03/2024

The Chad Miller Family

Regina and Stephanie, We are so sorry for your loss. Don was a great guy, always friendly and personable. He will be missed. We are thinking of you both (and your family).
09/03/2024

Ron and Nancy Tucker

Sorry for your loss.
09/03/2024

Jeanne Holt from Leicy's Pharmacy!
09/03/2024

Aunt Linda Bender

Regina and Stephanie I am so sorry,I wish I was not so far away and could put my arms around you and tell you it will be OK. Don was very special ànd you have so many great memories to share with everyone. I am sure your mom and dad Grandma and Grandpa met him at the gate. I love and miss all of you so much hold each other tight and tell everyone I love them. May God be with all of you and help ease the pain. Love you, Aunt Linda

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