Donald John Schelfhout, a beloved father, brother and friend passed away on February 18, 2025.  He was born on June 6, 1930 in Kimberly, Wisconsin to Edmond and Anna (Bloch) Schelfhout.

In September of 1950 Donald married Gloria (Simons) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  Together they built a loving family and Donald became a treasured figure in the lives of his seven surviving children:  Mike (Patty) Schelfhout, Steve (Teresa) Schelfhout, Karen (Keith) Moe, Tom (Debbie) Schelfhout, Amy (Homer Augustidakis) Schelfhout, Sue Schelfhout, Patrick (Suzanne) Schelfhout.  He was the proud grandfather to many, including Jack, Jonathon (Ellie), Jennifer, Sam, Riley, Heather (Josh) Hanawalt, Josephine (Nick) Lackey, Tyler (Camila), Josie, Ashely (Brady Ethridge) and Drew.  Donald was blessed with great-grandchildren Mary Schelfhout, Ernest Schelfhout, Veda Schelfhout, Ryker Hanawalt, Ezekiel Hanawalt and Addison Ethridge.

Donald’s family was the center of his universe, and he poured his heart into being involved in all their sports activities.  He was a timekeeper at swim meets, a coach at Little League games, the biggest cheerleader at Sue’s volleyball games (including the NCAA National Championship which her team won) and a dedicated fan at countless basketball and baseball games. His unwavering support shaped the lives and confidence of his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his brothers, Jim (Arlene) and Joe (Sue) and Sandy (Richard) Schelfhout.

In addition to Donald’s parents, Donald is preceded in death by his loving wife Gloria Schelfhout, daughter Mary Jo, brothers Gene and Richard and sisters Rose (Gerald) Reetz, Anna Marie (Dave) Martin, and Lorraine (Gary) Roepcke.

The family is forever grateful for Donald’s long and healthy life, his strength of character, high integrity and of course his mischievous humor.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church on February 28, 2025 at 10:30.  The Rite of Committal will be at a later date in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.