In loving memory of

Donnie Dean "Whitey" Fletcher
March 17, 2011

Donnie Dean Fletcher was born on October 8, 1946 in Massena, Iowa, the son of Howard Taft and Pearl Mildred (Maas) Fletcher. Donnie entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 17, 2011 at his home in Shenandoah, Iowa.

Donnie's early years were spent in Massena where he attended school. Donnie graduated from Cumberland-Massena High School with the Class of 1964. He continued his education at Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Donnie enlisted in the United States Navy in December of 1965. He served his country with pride until he received an honorable discharge in October of 1969.

On April 3, 1971 he was united in marriage to Carol Ann DeVore in Cumberland, Iowa. The couple was blessed with the birth of three children Jamie, Jana, and Matthew. During their marriage they lived in Omaha, NE, Hastings, NE, Grand Island, NE, and Carson, IA before settling down in Shenandoah. Carol and Donnie shared 39 years of marriage.

Donnie worked for CB & Q Railroad, E.C. Henningsen Steel and Construction, The Omaha World Herald, Household Finance, Council Bluffs Savings Bank, Security Trust and Savings Bank, and was most recently working part-time for Southwest Iowa Transit.

Donnie was an active member of the Eagles, the American Legion, coached youth wrestling for a number of years, was Mayor of Carson, and was instrumental in starting the Carson Rodeo. Donnie was known to many of his friends as "Whitey". Some of his passions included baseball, softball, football, and wrestling officiating, hunting, fishing, playing cards and pool. Above all the times spent with his family were of utmost importance to him. He enjoyed watching his kids participate in athletic events and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jack Fletcher and Junior Fletcher; brother-in-law Dale Erickson; a grandchild in infancy; his father and mother-in-law Roy and Phyllis DeVore; and sister-in-law Yvonne Fletcher.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Carol of Shenandoah; daughters Jamie Hahn and husband Timothy of Lincoln, NE and Jana Rayburn and husband Landon of Zebulon, NC; son Matthew Fletcher and wife Jennifer of Council Bluffs, IA; grandchildren Derek and Kyler Hahn; Ali, Ryan and Owen Fletcher; siblings Annette Porter and husband Ivan, Shirley Fletcher and husband Kenneth, Leola Glass and husband William T. , Nancy Erickson, Danny Fletcher and wife Shelia, Richard Fletcher and wife Linda, Robert Fletcher and wife Penny, and Sharon Warrior; sister-in-law Kay Nish and husband William; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.

Tributes

Tom & Shirley Kagay wrote on Mar 22, 2011:

"We were sorry to hear about Mr. Fletcher. We taught his children in school and knew him for many years in the community."

Gloria (Drenner) Jaeckel wrote on Mar 22, 2011:

"Carol and family...I'm so sorry to hear of Donnie's sudden death. It was quite a shock to see. We watch KMA news online every day because my husband is from Shen. Over the years, we've spent a lot of time in Shen caring for Gary's folks, who have since passed on. We own a house there and rent it, so we do come back from time to time to check on it. Feel free to contact me and maybe we can meet sometime. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Brett & Kimberly Goehring & Boys wrote on Mar 21, 2011:

"Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Hold your memories tight & hope you can find some peace in knowing that Don is in a better place. He was a great person."

Angie Morrison wrote on Mar 21, 2011:

"Carol and family: Sandi called me with the news of Whitey. I have good memories of him when I was just a kid. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Angie"

Ardella Walker wrote on Mar 21, 2011:

"Nancy and family. I was so sorry to hear about Donnie. My prayers are with you. "

Ron & Rozella Orme wrote on Mar 20, 2011:

"Dear Fletcher Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sadden time.We always did our banking with Don,he was always so pleasant and would do anything to help a person.Always had a smile to greet everyone. We also want to say he was always so proud of his family.At that time of course our children was growing up also. So we always visited about the children.I'm sure he so enjoyed being a grandpa.May you always know that god has wrapped his arms around you and is walking with you these days ahead,and giving you faith,strength,peace knowing that he is with his heavenly father,his father has called him home.God Bless Ron & Rozella Orme"

Sandi Morrison Larson wrote on Mar 20, 2011:

"Carol, I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers."

Barbara Cox wrote on Mar 20, 2011:

"Carol, Matt, Jenn and family - So sorry to hear of your loss. So sudden for all of you but Don is in God's hands now. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Barb"

Barbara Cox wrote on Mar 20, 2011:

"Carol, Matt, Jenn and family - So sorry to hear of your loss. So sudden for all of you but Don is in God's hands now. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of sorrow. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Barb"

Ralph DiCesare wrote on Mar 20, 2011:

"So sorry Carol, and kids. Cannot make the service which really bums me out , but recuping back surgery...... many good times with Carol , Donnie , Julie ands myself. Love you , sorry, Ralph"

John and Gayle Teget wrote on Mar 19, 2011:

"Dear Carol, Jamie, Jana and Matt-- We were so sorry to read of Don's passing. Please accept our deep sympathy for all of you at this difficult time. We'll be thinking of you, and know that you will miss him terribly. John and Gayle"

Ray & Texe Bryant wrote on Mar 19, 2011:

"Carol, Jamie, Jana, Matt, I wish I had words that would comfort you but there just aren't any, I do want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God's blessings be with you as I know he is carrying you through this period in your lives."

Ron, Deb Biggers and family wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"We send our thoughts and prayers to the family. The loss of a family memeber is so hard to deal with and especially when it is such a sudden and unexpected one. Know we are are thinking of you and hope memories will get you through this tough time."

Jim & Peg Hensley wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"Carol and Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Plan on seeing you soon."

Kent & Linda Yarger wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"We are so sorry about Donnie's passing. It is a terrible thing to have the one's we love gone. There are no words to make it better. Only time will help make the pain become less. The good news is that you had the chance to love him and he you. Sharing that love is the best thing we can do in this life. That is yours forever. "

Donnie & Arlene Drennan wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"Carol and Family, What a shock it was to hear of Whitey's death this morning on the radio. What great times we had in the Jaycees that seem oh so many years ago, but just like yesterday. We know you will miss him as many will. Our condolences to you along with our prayers. Donnie and Arlene"

Carletta Casey wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"To: Carol and family...You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. With love, Carletta "

brenda dunn wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"Carol and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart & many prayers go out to you all. Brenda"

Jane Foster wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"I want to extend my sincere sympathies to all of you. This is a hard time, but know there are many thoughts and prayers being said for all of you. May God grant you peace and comfort."

janice wrote on Mar 18, 2011:

"so sorry."

caren john greenwalt wrote on Mar 17, 2011:

"thinking of you carol and kids"

Doug & Karen Eblen wrote on Mar 17, 2011:

"Just heard about Donnie,so sorry to hear. We are still in Arizona but wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Doug & Karen"