Donald V Root, 76, of Kalkaska, passed away on Fri, Jan 11, 2008. He was born on Feb 5, 1931, in Kalkaska, the son of the late Clarence and Dorothy (Ball) Root.
Don was a veteran serving out country in the US Army in the Korean Conflict. He married Maryann (Hall) on Jul 31, 1953. Don was a lifelong resident of Kalkaska and retired from J & T Contracting in 1993. He enjoyed playing pool and putting jigsaw puzzles together. His grandchildren were a huge part of his life. Don also had a great love for his family. Don was a member of the VFW Post 8684 and the Senior Center.
Surviving Don are the children, Joyce A (David) Buckler, Eileen K (John) Bilkey, and Michael D Root all of Kalkaska; his grandchildren, Josh, Bryan, Tiffany, Kaysha, Logan, Gena, and Keenan; and five great grandchildren; and his sisters, Marilyn Watkins and Bonnie Watkins both of Kalkaska; and dear friend, Jim MacKeller of Kalkaska.
Don was preceded in death by his wife, Maryann; and his sons, Jerry and Allen.
Visitation was held on Sun, Jan 13 at the Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home. The funeral was on Mon at the funeral home, with Reverend Roger Numerich officiating from the Peoples Church. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery.
