Donald Franklin Housholder

     Donald Frankin Housholder, born on January 2, 1929, in Mims, Florida passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, with loving family by his side. Donald was the beloved son of Earl Housholder and Helen Housholder Seditz.

     After proudly serving in the United States Army, he dedicated his professional life to education, teaching in the Utica Community Schools for an impressive 30 years. His commitment to shaping young minds left a lasting impact on countless students.

     Donald had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and found great happiness in God’s natural beauty. Whether surrounded by loved ones or enjoying quiet moments outside, he embraced life with faith, warmth, and gratitude. All who knew him appreciated his gentle side and stories about his adventures. Above all, Donald adored his family and enjoyed sharing his children’s, grandchildren’s, and great grandchildren’s accomplishments.

     On August 29, 1999, Donald was blessed to marry Louise Stewart Woodside, with whom he shared many cherished years. Together they shared a loving family that brought him immense joy. Donald was a devoted father to his children: daughters, Ginny Boemanns, Coletta (Frank) Potjunas, Trisha Orr, Gwenith (Keith) Benson, Margaret-Alice Nelson, and Pamela (Ben) Scheinfeld; and sons, Steve (Audrey) Orr, Bill (Mary) Woodside, Gregory Housholder, and Douglas (Trudy) Housholder. He was also a proud grandfather and great-grandfather who treasured every moment spent with his family. Donald was preceded in death by his first wife, Natalie, his brothers, William and Richard Housholder.

     Donald’s legacy of love for family and dedication to education will be remembered by all who know him. May his memory bring comfort to those he leaves behind.

     Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 pm Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the Robbinsville United Methodist Church.  Burial will follow the service at Carver Cemetry.  The family will receive friends from 11:00 am till 12:00 pm Thursday at the Church prior to the service.  

     Townson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Housholder family.