Donald Wonderling
Donald J. Wonderling, 90, of Sarver, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, surrounded by his beloved wife, Lynn, and his children by his side.
Don graduated from Freeport High School in 1951. He worked in the brickyard until 1953 when he enlisted in the Army, serving in Germany. Don got his undergraduate degree at Indiana State College and went on to earn a master's degree and a doctor of philosophy degree. He worked as a principal and supervisor in special education for 33 years. He retired from Allegheny Intermediate Unit in 1993.
Don was active in all sports, especially tennis, hockey and touch football. He was a Steelers fan and never missed a Super Bowl.
Don was a self-taught artist and sold many of his paintings in shows and galleries.
Don loved his church family of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Cabot. He taught Bible study in his home with his wife Lynn for over 10 years. Don had great faith and love for his Lord and Savior that led him to his eternal home.
Don was the loving father of Donn T. (Tobee) Wonderling and Heather Wonderling and granddad of Michael, Finn, Remo, Asa, Sergio, Alberto and Benicio.
In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, he is survived by his sister, Gladys Williams, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Don was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill, Jerry, Harry, Eugene, Merle, Vic, Lloyd and Floyd.
WONDERLING — Friends of Donald J. Wonderling, who died Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at FOX FUNERAL HOME, 410 W. Main St., Saxonburg.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 330 Hannahstown Road, Cabot, with the Rev. Jared Townley officiating. Everyone is asked to please meet at the church.
Interment will follow in St. Luke Cemetery.
Charitable gifts may be donated to St. Luke Lutheran Church, Cabot, or to Wounded Warriors, 301 Grant St., Suite 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15212.
For more information, please visit www.foxfuneralhomeinc.com.
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