Celebrating the life of
Donald John Lerch
July 13, 1927 - October 21, 2012
Donald John Lerch
Donald John Lerch, 85, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2012 at Hospice Savannah. He was born July 13, 1927 in Rochester, New York to the late John and Florence Lerch. Donald was a 1945 graduate of Aquinas Institute and graduate of the University of Detroit, class of 1951. He was an All-City baseball and basketball player. He was a United States Navy Veteran, serving in World War II. After retirement from Eastman-Kodak, he went into business for himself in 1984.
Donald lived in Rochester, New York for many years before moving to The Landings at Skidaway Island in 1991. He was a member of Oak Hill Country Club in Pittsford, New York, The Landings Club on Skidaway Island, and was a Friend of Bill W's. He was an avid golfer and snow skier.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Betty L. Freeman.
He is survived by his wife, Maureen H. Lerch, of Rochester, NY, daughter, Julia Lerch, of Boston, MA, son David Lerch, of Pueblo, CO, and son Donald Lerch, of Rochester, NY. Also surviving are three grandsons, Michael, Ryan, and Will Lerch, all of Pueblo, Co.
A Memorial Mass will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at St. James Catholic Church. A reception will be held in the church narthex following the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416. Donations are also welcome at The 24 Hour Club, P.O. Box 14302, Savannah, GA 31416.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
We were so sorry to hear of Don's passing. We always enjoyed our weekly dinners with Don and his sense of humor. We will miss him!Our deepest sympathies! Kurt and Carol Kalwitz
- Kurt Kalwitz, Savannah, GA
Mr. Lerch always came to our office smiling and making us all laugh. He will be missed. We are so sorry for your loss and wish you happy memories during this difficult time. Sincerely, Bill, Jeff, Kerri, Kristen, Sherrie & Allison
- SunTrust Landings Office, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to learn of Don's passing. He was a faithful attendee at morning Mass at St. James and a fun participant in the coffee clatch debates that took place following Mass at Panera or Arby's. On my visits to Savannah, I will miss seeing his smiling face. My prayers are with Maureen and all of Don's friends and family.
- Joan Hug, Memphis, TN
We were so sorry to hear of Don's passing. We always enjoyed our weekly dinners with Don and his sense of humor. We will miss him!Our deepest sympathies! Kurt and Carol Kalwitz
- Kurt Kalwitz, Savannah, GA
Mr. Lerch always came to our office smiling and making us all laugh. He will be missed. We are so sorry for your loss and wish you happy memories during this difficult time. Sincerely, Bill, Jeff, Kerri, Kristen, Sherrie & Allison
- SunTrust Landings Office, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to learn of Don's passing. He was a faithful attendee at morning Mass at St. James and a fun participant in the coffee clatch debates that took place following Mass at Panera or Arby's. On my visits to Savannah, I will miss seeing his smiling face. My prayers are with Maureen and all of Don's friends and family.
- Joan Hug, Memphis, TN
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
