Donald W. Schofield
October 06, 1944 - July 05, 2013
Obituary
Donald Wayne Schofield died July 5 at his home in Aberdeen. He was 68.
Born in Elkton, MD he was the son of the late William J. and Frances E. (Armour) Schofield.
Mr. Schofield retired in 2004 as a heavy equipment operator for Harford County Highways and he served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam war. A member of the Aberdeen Moose Lodge 1450, he was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed riding his motorcycle and especially spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years Linda L. (Jones) Schofield; son, Donald W. Schofield, II and fiancé Peggy Sills of Aberdeen; daughters, Karalee A. Bragg and husband Brian of Aberdeen and Lisa M. Schofield of Aberdeen; grandchildren, Anthony Russ, Krista Schofield, Deondre Harrison, Kimberly Schofield, Katelynn Schofield, and Donte Harrison; sisters, Carol White and husband James of Chesapeake City and Jeanne Ashford of Aberdeen.
A visitation was held on Monday, July 8 at the Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home where funeral services conducted by Rev. Thomas Gentry were held on Tuesday July 9 at 11:00am. Interment was in Spesutia Cemetery. Pallbearers were Donald Schofield, II, Anthony Russ, Deondre Harrison, Brian Bragg, Allan Wagg, and Scotty Wiles. Honorary Pallbearers were Douglas D. Druyor, D'Wayne D. Druyor, Dewey D. Druyor, and Dana D. Druyor.
Funeral Home:
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home
333 South Parke Street
Aberdeen, MD
US 21001
Events
Visitation
Mon Jul 8, 2013 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
Visitation
Mon Jul 8, 2013 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
Graveside
Tue Jul 9, 2013 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Spesutia Cemetery • Spesutia Road, Perryman, MD
Service
Tue Jul 9, 2013 @ 11:00 AM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
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Memories
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1st Sergeant Jimmy Testerman (Ret)
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Linda, I was sorry this morning to learn that Donny had passed away, May you find comfort from your cherished memories, Donny was a good guy and I will always remember him, Please accept my condolences to you and your family.
LW
Little Johnny Williams
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As Donnie would say. The world lost an AWESOME MAN today. Playing cards will never be the same without "Give Me Two Cards" Donnie. What a Great Person he was with a laugh like no other and a Heart of Gold. Sending Love, Thoughts and Prayers to the Family during this trying time. It is not the end, it's TIL TOMORROW, for we will all will be together some day.
BG
Bruce & Marsha Gerdom
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Linda We are so sorry to hear about Donnie. He was a wonderful guy who always had a smile and a good heart. He will be greatly missed. You are in our hearts and prayers.
BG
Bill & Norma Grace
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Linda we are so very sorry to hear this Donnie was an awesome person loved to party laugh an always had a joke to tell.He will be deeply missed.He is Rejoicing in paradise.
KL
Kathy Jo Lawrence
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Dear Linda, Karalee and entire family, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and dad. May Donald rest in peace with our Dear Lord in Heaven and may you, his beloved family, find peace in knowing that you are not alone in this time of grief. May all the love and prayers from your friends give you the strength to get through this most difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy, Kathy Jo Lawrence
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Jerry & Cathy Eller
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Linda, So Sorry to hear about Don. He was a really good guy and had many good friends and co-workers that will miss him... God Bless you and the Family.. All our Hopes and Prayers!!