Donald G. Hatfield, known by most simply as “Don” or “Junior,” passed away in the early hours of Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, in Fort Wayne’s Lutheran Hospital. He was 71 years old.
Don was born to Donald A. and Leota Faye Pratt Hatfield in Warsaw and graduated from Warsaw High School.
A man who enjoyed time spent outdoors, Don had worked for Oakwood Cemetery. He also worked for Wabash Valley Manufacturing, Silver Lake.
He enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting and shooting, among other outdoor activities. He was best known for his sense of humor and his ability to lighten the mood and relentlessly pick on friends and family.
Although he belonged to a large extended family, a list of his nearest relatives includes his son, Brian Hatfield, Warsaw; two granddaughters, Hope Hatfield, Warsaw, and Monica Hatfield, Indianapolis; grandson, Damian Hatfield, Warsaw; and a sister, Marjorie Caverley, Warsaw.
Those who preceded him in passing include his son, Aaron Hatfield; and his parents.
Friends may join Don’s family to share memories, gathering at Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw, from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15.
A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Mike Beezley of Clunette United Methodist Church, will begin at 7 p.m. Burial will be in Warsaw’s Oakwood Cemetery.
