Don R. Hilbert
October 08, 2013
Don R. Hilbert, 67, was born in Waterloo, Iowa, on February 23, 1946, the son of Harry and Margueritte Hilbert. He passed away October 8, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren.
Don attended Ellsworth Community College in Iowa Falls. He worked for John Deere for over 30 years and retired as Quality Auditor Supervisor. Don was a member of Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church (OLIH) in Ankeny. In his free time he enjoyed casinos and spending hours on the computer.
Don is survived by his wife of 43 years, Teresa; sons, Christopher (Tracy) Hilbert and Rob (Angela) Hilbert; grandchildren, Madison, Owen, Samantha, and Emerson; sister, Karen Orvis; brother, William (Jean) Hilbert; sister-in-law, Marcia Hilbert; as well as many nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Rick Hilbert, brother-in-law, Charles Orvis, and his parents.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, October 12, 2013, at Our Lady’s Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, 510 E. 1st Street, Ankeny, Iowa. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time at the church.
As many of you know, Don loved to wear jeans. It is our request that each of you wear attire that is comfortable to you whether that is jeans, khakis, dresses, or a suit.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to OLIH, Hope Ministries or Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mike George
10/09/2013
Teresa & family know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate Don's life. Know that I will be with you in spirit during this time. hugsssss
Barbara McCrudden
10/09/2013
Teresa, Karen, Bill, Marcia and families, I have many happy and funny memories of Don, most from childhood. Memories will help to sustain you during this time. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Cheri Stoneman
10/09/2013
My condolences to the entire Hilbert Family, and, in particular, to Bill and Jean Hilbert. We will be out of town this weekend and unable to attend Don's funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
alice rhoades
10/09/2013
MY SYMPATHY TO TERESA AND THE FAMILY. HE WAS A SPECIAL MAN AND I HAVE MANY MEMORIES OF OUR DAYS SHARED AT WORK.
Vicki Cutsforth
10/09/2013
My deepest sympathies to you. We cannot attend the funeral, but will be praying for all of you.