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Donald Richard Myers, 91, of Beloit, WI, died on Sunday, October 4, 2020, after a short illness. He was born on January 26, 1929 in Mt. Vernon, OH, the son of Donald N. and Kate Myers. Don was a 1947 graduate of Utica High School. He served his country during the Korean Conflict in the U.S. Army. He married the love of his life, Ruth Simpson on May 20, 1951, they were married 58 years. She predeceased him on January 1, 2009. Don was employed with Fairbanks Morse, and MEP Industries, until becoming the owner and operator of DM Manufacturing. He retired in 2017, with the sale of his business. Don lived his life in the service of family and community. He was a Scottish Rite, 32nd degree Mason, with affiliation at the Freeport, Ilinois temple, and Tebala Shriners of Rockford, Illinois. He contributed time, talent, and resources to many individuals and organizations. Survivors include his children, Cheryl (Dan) Voit, Mary (Douglas) Eddy, Donald J. Myers, and Janet (Brian) Keesey all of Beloit, WI; Grandchildren, Trever, Lauren (Ryan), Crystal, Katie, Robert, Emily, Donnie, Andrew, Kyle (Emma), Alex, Adam (Melissa); Great Grandchildren, Ayden, Cameron, Macie, Maxen, Dominic and Ares; Sister, Sue (Jay) Albright; Brothers, Joe Myers and Jim Myers; Sister-in-law, Virginia (Bob) Jauch; Dear friend and companion, Ann Zeek. He was predeceased by his wife, daughter Christine Myers, and daughter-in-law Diane Myers. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 10, 2020 in Central Christian Church, 2460 Milwaukee Rd., Beloit, WI, with Pastor Randy Kiger officiating. Visitation of remembrance will precede services from 10:15 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. in the church. Private burial will be in Turtleville Cemetery. Social distancing and face mask are required. Memorials in his name will be established at a later date.

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Donald R. Myers

January 26, 1929 - October 4, 2020

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January 26, 1929 - October 4, 2020

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