In loving memory of

Donald Lindsey
December 26, 2014

Donald Charles Lindsey was born on March 21, 1939 at Laurens, IA to Harvey Merrill and Lillian Henrietta (Benson) Lindsey. He was the second child joining an older sister Joan. Don was baptized in Laurens, IA. The Lindsey family moved to a farm east of Spirit Lake, IA in 1942. A brother Dale was born October 2, 1945.

Don first attended North Superior School then Spirit Lake Consolidated School graduating in 1956. He was active in 4-H and FFA. Fitting and showing livestock became his greatest interest. After graduation, he worked with Adams Ranch in Odebolt fitting and grooming purebred Hereford cattle at major livestock shows.

On June 27, 1957 he married Connie Bush, at the Lutheran Church in Lakefield, MN. Don and Connie divorced in 1973. Don worked for Karl Hoffman fitting cattle that won many fed carlot awards. Don worked for Chuck Woods at his purebred Angus Farm, East of Dickens.

Don married Charlene (Wiand) Fanning on June 29, 1973 at Miller, SD. They made their home west of Lake Park, where Don was working for Cohrs Cattle Co as an order buyer. Don and Char then moved East of Spirit Lake where Don Farmed for many years. In 1996 he began working as a Field Rep. at Sheldon Livestock. He was a member of the Good News Community Church in Okoboji and a member of the Iowa Cattleman's Association. He loved his job at the Sheldon Sale Barn. Don's greatest passion was working with Cattle and working the land.

Left to cherish Donald's memory is his wife of 41 years, Charlene; four sons, Lon Lindsey of Milford, Shane Lindsey of Prairie City, Jay Lindsey of Des Moines and Dustin (Jeri) Lindsey of Terril; a daughter, Robin (Dana) Johnson of Bellevue, NE; a step-daughter, Kristi (Mike) Wolthuis of Fostoria; a step-son, Tracy Fanning; ten grandchildren, Lauren, Natalie, Amanda (Lucas) Vangeness, Nicole, Zach, Lindsey (Paul) Hardin, Kylee (Kevin) Ohlrich, Tyler, Jared and Kelsey; eight great grandchildren; a sister, Joan (Clyde) Wishart of Minneapolis, MN; and three nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; and a brother Dale.

Memorials may be made in Don's name to the Sioux Falls Heart Hospital, ATTN-John, 4520 West 69th Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57108

Funeral services will be 10:30A.M. Wednesday December 31, 2014, at the Good News Community Church in Okoboji. Visitation will be 4:00 - 7:00 PM Tuesday at the Schuchert-Lentz Funeral Home in Spirit Lake.

Tributes

Connie & Bill Wymer wrote on Jan 7, 2015:

"Char and family, So sorry to hear of Don's passing. We know he will be missed by all. In sympathy, "

Jenifer Clipperton wrote on Dec 31, 2014:

"Don used to come into Kum and Go when I worked there, he was always so pleasant and always put a smile on my face. He will be missed."

Dave Humphreys wrote on Dec 31, 2014:

"I woke up this morning and something told me to try and find Lon. We served in the Navy together and I came and visited once. Don told me about all his cattle operation and laughed with us about all our old war stories. Our thoughts and prayers are with Don's family and friends. Dave and AnDee Humphreys"

Suzie Michelson wrote on Dec 31, 2014:

"Little Buddy, was your nickname at the café and Duck even name a sandwich after you. Many many, wonderful memories of you and your family. RIP Don and God Bless your family. Suzie"

The Swenson's wrote on Dec 31, 2014:

"So sorry to hear of Don's passing. Will miss him stopping by the farm, also will miss seeing him at the fair and bull sales. "

Doug & Julie Herum wrote on Dec 31, 2014:

"Our sympathy to Don's family. He was a great guy and we will miss seeing him at the cattle shows. "

Jim and Diane Richard wrote on Dec 30, 2014:

"Don was a super guy with his ready smile and twinkle in his eye.We will miss him as a friend and will also miss his knowledge of cattle. Jim and Diane Richard Matt and Amanda Richard and family"

John and Shirley Ney wrote on Dec 30, 2014:

"We will miss him a lot. John Ney"

Tom & Dawn Matthews Family wrote on Dec 30, 2014:

"Our sympathy to all of Don's family. He always had a smile for you and took time to visit at the local county fairs or whenever we would see him. "

Karen Scheel Hovde wrote on Dec 30, 2014:

"Char - sending my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your husband. Of course I didn't know him, but it sure appears he was a very nice man. I enjoyed the pictures and the video. Take care and thinking of you. "

Nancy Heronimus wrote on Dec 29, 2014:

"Char,there are so many good memories we have had with Don and a lot of laughs. His hugs and smiles will never be forgotten by so many. My thoughts and prayers have been with you and always will be. To the children and grand children, my thoughts and prayers are with you all, your dad and grandpa will be missed but never forgotten. Dave and Nancy Heronimus"

Tim & Kristie Wintz wrote on Dec 29, 2014:

"Dustin, Jeri and kids - we are so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs your way. "

Hanby and Sanders families wrote on Dec 29, 2014:

"Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers."

Emily Boettcher wrote on Dec 29, 2014:

"My condolences to the family. I will continue to pray for you while you go through this difficult time. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him and I will miss the conversations I shared with him."

Cheryl Hummel Ihry wrote on Dec 29, 2014:

"Prayers to the Lindsey family in your time of sorrow. Don was a wonderful person, always welcomed me with a smile and hug no matter how long it had been since I saw him. May the family find peace in knowing that he's now your angel looking over you."

Marilyn wrote on Dec 29, 2014:

"Prayers to Don's family. I will miss his wonderful smile and hug whenever I saw him at the salebarn. "

Bev and Vern Wittler wrote on Dec 28, 2014:

"Char, Lon, Shane, Jay, Dustin, Robin, Kristi and Tracy, cannot tell you how much I will miss Don's hearty hellos with a welcoming hug, and a big laugh followed by a huge smile. He will be missed by many in this community and beyond. Now is the time to trust in the Lord's promise of eternal life. God bless each of you at this diffucult time."

Jeff and Linda Christoffer wrote on Dec 28, 2014:

"Our sympathy to all of Don's family...may your memories help you through this difficult time."

The Butcher Families wrote on Dec 28, 2014:

"Keeping your families in our thoughts and prayers."

gary gould wrote on Dec 28, 2014:

"Will always remember Don, he always had a smile and I liked to visit with him. May the family find comfort and peace during this difficult time"

Clayton & Tess Eggers wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. I truly enjoyed knowing Don & having memories of watching the cattle show at the Clay County Fair with him and my dad. "

Jason & Jaime Nissen wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Our deepest sympathy to everyone in this difficult time. He was a great guy and always enjoyed visiting with him. He will be greatly missed! Jason & Jaime Nissen"

Bobby Browning wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"my thoughts are with you Don will be missed very much I always enjoyed his visits looking and talking about the cattle and going to the auctions he was a good friend to me "

Lori Pedersen wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Char and family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. May your memories and love for each other sustain you thru this difficult time. Love ya Charzie!"

Gloria Christenson wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Char, so sorry about Don's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family."

Gordie & Rosie Tonderum wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"You have our deepest sympathy. "

Wally Boekhout wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Char, sorry for the loss of Don. Our prayers are with you and your family. "

The Boetel's wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Sorry for your loss he will be missed at the cattle shows and auctions always had a kind word to say "

Kent & Stephanie Scheel wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"So sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. When those we love have left this earth, we still can feel them near. We'll see a picture, hear a song, and it's just like they are here. And when we call upon our faith, when we believe and trust, we know the ones we care about are always close to us. ~ Constance Parker Graham "

Sally Christensen DeLoss wrote on Dec 27, 2014:

"Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care."

Rhonda Nelson wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"David and I send our deepest sympathies to Dons family. My God wrap his loving arms around your family as they greave your loss. "

Jan Gilbert wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"my prayers are with you and your family. I remember how nice he always was to me when I worked at the VFW. And whenever he saw me in passing he always had a kind hello. He will be missed!"

Kevin T. Kuehl wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"To the Lindsey Family: So sorry for your loss. I enjoy seeing and hearing Don every time I ran into him. He will be missed by many. "

Twyla J. Garnmeister wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"We will miss Don so much. "

Colleen Frederick wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"So Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you."

Sally haas wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"So sorry Char"

Rick & Kaylene Jackson wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"We are so sorry to hear of Don's passing. He has been a great influence and friend to Rick. We will miss sitting at cattle shows with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family."

Terry and Jessica (Radcliffe) Williams wrote on Dec 26, 2014:

"Our sympathies to you and your family, Char. I'm going to miss the hugs that he always gave out every time I would see him."