Donald Reisner
January 06, 2013
Donald Reisner, 62, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013, at his home in Altoona. He was born April 21, 1950, in Oelwein, Iowa, to Marvin and Dorothy (Burdick) Reisner.
He served in the United States Navy from 1969-1971. Donald was a realtor for 23 years, and most recently worked for the University of Iowa Hygenic Lab as a courier.
Donald was President of Make a Wish Foundation in 1999, and was involved for over 10 years with the foundation. He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed golf, the Iowa Hawkeyes, “Da” Bears and the Cubs.
Donald is survived by his wife, Deb; daughter, Heather Ferguson; son, Ben (Jill) Reisner; grandchildren, Libby Ferguson, Kyler Skaggs, and Claire and Brynn Reisner; and brothers, Marvin (Jan) Reisner, and twin brother, Ron (Cheri) Reisner. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Tom, Dennis, and Lloyd Reisner.
Funeral services will be 12 p.m., Thursday, January 10, 2013, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with a committal service following at 2 p.m. at Iowa Veterans Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Make a Wish Foundation in loving memory of Donald.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Susan Bowers-Didier
01/08/2013
So sad to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you, Deb, and to the rest of your family. May God comfort all of you at this difficult time.
Marion Sharp
01/08/2013
I was so sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was active in the Board of Realtors here in Marshalltown and I enjoyed working with him so much. He always left me with a smile on my face. He was a good man with a huge heart. My sympathies, thoughts and prayers go out to you, his family. May your memories of him ease your pain and bring a smile to your face.
Missy Butcher
01/08/2013
Don, you were one of the good guys and always one of my favorites. You will be missed, my friend.
Vicki and Perry Ryan
01/08/2013
So shocked and sad to see of Don's passing. I'll never forget the ol' Century 21/Brenton Realty days with Don. He made work fun and there wasn't a day that went by without him telling his jokes and having that infectious smile on his face! Don will be truley missed. Deb... you all have Perry's and my deepest sympathy. Take care.
Bruce Sperry
01/08/2013
Sorry to hear about the loss of Donnie. We had a lot of good times in the younger days of Harlan Elem to high school, from Little League, wrestling, playing pool, checking out the women and in the olden days of playing golf and chatting about the younger times. Donnie had a big heart.
Jane Vajgrt
01/08/2013
Deb and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Dennis and Don had such a good working relationship and friendship......with Don you always knew you would leave smiling! You are in my prayers....
God be with you.
Peggy Weuve
01/08/2013
Deb, so sorry to hear of Don's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May your loving memories help you and your family through this difficult time--now and in the days ahead.
Charlie & Mary Jo Goldsmith
01/08/2013
Ron and Family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He looks so much like you. You would think you were twins...hope that brings just a little smile today. It is not easy to say goodbye to our loved ones, but he will live on within you forever in your memories.
iLink Service Center
01/08/2013
We are so sorry to hear about your lose. Treasure the memories.
Jaymie Roberts
01/08/2013
Ben and family,
I'm sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers. Sounds like he was a very happy man, and enjoyed life. Cherish your memories and he'll always be in your hearts.
Frank Rubino
01/08/2013
Condolences to family of Donald. I grew up in Oelwein with Don. One thing I remember its been 40+yrs he always had a endless SMILE.
Trish Crosser
01/08/2013
Deb and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Don. Keep all you memories close to your heart and it will help you get through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brent Blackwell
01/08/2013
Very shocked and saddened to hear of Dons passing. It brought back many fun memories and trips to Las Vegas. He was always the lucky one. He even tried to help me learn to enjoy golf. Sorry to say it didn't work but we had fun times trying. My prayers go to your family as you go through this loss.
Kathy Fisher Quam
01/07/2013
Very saddened to hear of Donnies passing. I have such fond memories of Donnie and Ronnie in high school.
Deb, Heather and Ben, Ronnie and families you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
Louie Chase
01/07/2013
Many fond memories from growing up in the Reisner home with Ronnie and Donnie and meatball. From underage drinking to counting license plates from the front porch to trips to Risks and wrestling in high school. Too many memories to list, but am smiling as I write this thinking about them. Rest in peace my long lost friend and my condolences to all family members - especially Ronnie.