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Donald “Don” Felty, 78

November 15, 2022

Donald “Don” Felty, 78, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Born in Pottsville, PA, he was the son of the late Guy and Mildred Felty. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Sara (Montoya) Felty, with whom he would’ve celebrated 55 years of marriage on November 18th.

Don was a graduate of Milton Hershey School and obtained his Associate’s degree in Engineering. Following his education, Don enlisted in the US Army and served from 1965-1968 during Vietnam. He was also stationed in Africa as a surveyor. He was always very hardworking, working as a steelworker, granite worker, and highway maintenance. Don loved the outdoors, and could often be found hiking, biking, and canoeing. He loved talking to and meeting new people, always showing his outgoing personality. Don enjoyed reading, writing, math, and sports. Most of all, he loved spending quality time with his wife and daughter, Jean.

A memorial service to reflect on the life of Don will be held on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 10 AM at Spacht-Snyder Family Funeral Home, 127 S. Broad St, Lititz. Interment will follow at Witness Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Don’s name to Disabled American Veterans at secure.dav.org.

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Condolences to the Family

December 11, 2022

Jean i am so saddened to hear about your fathers passing.  much love and comfort being sent your way 
laura 

December 02, 2022

Sara and Jean,
So sorry for your loss of Don. He was a good man and a good friend. It’s good that you could keep him at home and you both took good care of him. Rudy and Brenda

November 28, 2022

Sara and Jean: So sorry you lost Don.You both took such good care of him the past years.Prayed for strengh for you every day.He was so blessed to be at home with you. Love to both of you. Rachel Pfautz
                                                                                                 

November 24, 2022

Sara and Jean,I’m so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in his memory and blessings in his peace. My dad was very fond of Don and appreciated his friendship. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Susan Horton 

November 23, 2022

Sara and Jean,
You know we are heart broken for you, losing a father and spouce is so hard and know we are here for you, anything, sending our sincere condolences, we love you both
Nancy & Kevin Shelly

November 21, 2022

Heartfelt condolences to Sara and Jean from his classmate Ray who remembers Don from both their classes together and reunions over the years.

Services
Friday, December 02, 2022
10:00 AM
Spacht-Snyder Family Funeral Home
127 S. Broad St
Lititz, PA 17543
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