Donald Fink
April 3, 1932 ~ May 15, 2009
Donald Michael Fink age 77 a resident of East Main St. Clarksburg went to be with the lord Friday, May 15, 2009 at Ruby Memorial Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 3, 1932 in Tucker Co. a son of the late Luther "Creed" and Gertrude Evelyn (Smith) Fink. He was united in marriage June 30, 1950 to Mary Jo (Marks) Fink who survives. Also surviving:
Four Daughters: Donna and husband Alan Walker of Thomas, WV
Bobbie and husband Bob Quattro of Davis, WV
Marianne Lambert of Pierce, WV
Kris and husband Rob Jones of Philippi, WV
Three Sons: David and wife Beverly Fink of Manassas, VA
Daniel and wife Susan Fink of San Antonio, TX
Paul and wife Rachel Fink of Bunn Level, NC
One sister: Barbara and husband Jerry Pierce, WV
20 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren
In addition to t his parents, he was preceded in death by one son-in-law Robert "Scott" Lambert.
Ret. Msgt. Fink served in the US Air Force from 1951-73. He was also a retired coal miner.
Don was a member of the Barbour County Club. He loved golfing, reading, music, and was an avid sports fan, although his favorite activity was just to spend time with his family. Don was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother who will be greatly missed by all.
Mr. Fink was Catholic by faith, and a member of the Immaculate Conception Parrish in Clarksburg.
His request for cremation will be honored.
Friends will be received at Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi, WV on Tuesday May 19, from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. the service hour. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. the Rev. Fr. Timothy Grassi officiating. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wrightfuneralhomeservices.com.
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Daddy, We were all very blessed to have you as a father and as a friend. We will never forget all the lessons of life that you taught us and we are very thankful for the gift of your love and the strong faith you shared with each one of us. Your light really did shine on us and may it continue to shine in each and every one of us until we meet again. I'll be missing you. Donna
Kris,Rob and Family We are so sorry to hear about the death of your Father, our deepest sympathy to you and the entire family. We are sorry that we cannot be with you during this time, we will be out of town. Our Prayers are with you. Love Aunt Jacky & Uncle Charlie
To Don's Family, It was a pleasure to have met and known such a gentleman as Don. My son Robert, Mark and Mike played baseball together.I am sorry for your loss. Don was one of the nicest persons taht I had ever met. Robert W. Faris ,Port Orange Fl.
Kris & Rob, We are so sorry about the loss of your father. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary & family, We are so sorry for your loss. It was such a pleasure to know Don, we really respected and admired the person that he was. He was truly an inspiration to us. He will be sadly missed. May God bless & comfort you all during this difficult time.
Kris & Rob; I was so very sorry to hear about Don today. Please pass on my condolesces to Mary Jo and especially, Mike & Mark. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do please call. God Bless…Love Always Charlotte
So sorry about your loss. I was a childhood friend of Barbara and would love to reconnect with her. My sister is Bernice Robinson. My phone is 304-624-8836 Sue