Donald L Halsey

Donald L Halsey, 89, of Kent, Ohio, died June 14, 2024, at home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Galion, Ohio on May 6th, 1935. The second of 10 children.

Donald was married 67 years to Ruth Anne (nee Henry) Halsey, also from Galion, Ohio. He was father to Charlie (Rose) of Huron, Mary (Marshall) Moore of Kent, Joseph of Mentor, Mark (Trisha) of Ashtabula, and Ann (Tony) Jardine of Mountain Top, PA; Grandfather to 11 and Great-grandfather to one.

Don worked hard all his life and while working full-time and raising a family with his wife, earned his Bachelor, Master and Doctorate degrees from Bowling Green State University. He worked in various career roles, but the majority of his career was a school superintendent. His smile and the twinkle in his eyes were frequent and genuine. He never knew a stranger and was a true friend to all. He was beloved by his family and all who knew him.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place MONDAY, July 29, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Parish, 8894 OH-14, Streetsboro, OH 44241. Friends may call from 10:00 AM until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Streetsboro Community Pantry, P.O. Box 2005 Streetsboro, Ohio 44241.

Services in Care of Bissler & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory, 628 W. Main St. Kent, OH 44240.