Donald R. Ireland

IRELAND, DON R., 81 of Dayton and Hilton Head Island died peacefully on June 9, 2008, after a series of illnesses. He was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Ella (nee Crosby), and his sister, Dama (Dick Kimmel). Born in Lafayette, Indiana, he is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Beth, and three children, Jeff (Ellen), Scott (Kim) and Steve (Jean) and five grandchildren, Elizabeth, Olivia, Jerame, David and Patrick. Don grew up in Lafayette, Indiana and his education at Purdue University was interrupted by service to his country in the Pacific Theater. In Purdue's class of 1947, he married his Sweetheart of Sigma Chi in 1948. They moved to Dayton in 1950 and he and others subsequently founded Main Line Supply Company, a successful industrial distribution business. Don loved to travel and together with Beth visited most of the world. He cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren, all of whom appreciate his love, support, encouragement and humor. He enjoyed the beach, the Purdue Boilermakers, golf and his wide circle of friends in Ohio and South Carolina. Having served on the Boards of The Salvation Army, the YMCA and Camp Kern, he was also active in Dayton Rotary, the 39er's, the Dayton Bicycle Club, the Moraine Country Club and Belfair. He will be remembered as a wonderful father, grandfather, husband, friend and a true gentleman. His sense of humor was a source of laughter for his friends, family and acquaintances. Visitation at Routsong Funeral Home, 2100 E. Stroop Road in Kettering, on Thursday June 12, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM with a memorial service on Friday June 13, 2008 at 10:00 AM, Southminster Presbyterian Church, 7001 Far Hills Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Salvation Army, 93 S. Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH 45402 or Camp Kern, 5291 St. Rte. 350, Oregonia, OH 45054. Condolences and remembrances may be sent via the web site at www.routsong.com.

Funeral Home:
Kettering Routsong Funeral Home
2100 E. Stroop Rd.
Kettering, OH
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