Donald Linneman

Donald W. Linneman, 85, of Maple Park, passed away on March 15th 2018 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Donald was born on November 27th, 1932, in Des Plaines, Illinois to William and Emma Linneman.

Donald spent most of his life dedicated to farming. He was heavily involved in FFA, being vice-president, president and reporter, as well as state vice-president.

Donald served in the United States Army, from 1954 to 1956 where he was stationed at Ft. Bliss, Texas and Irwin, Pennsylvania.

Donald had a great love for the Lord. He was one of the founders of Our Savior Lutheran Church in which he helped build from the ground up. At Our Savior he was both superintendent and teacher for Sunday School. He also served as an elder for many years.

His love for agriculture continued all throughout his life. He was President of the Farm Bureau and was heavily involved in 4-H. He was on the Dupage County Fair Board for many years and was a leader of his local 4-H club.
His most recent accomplishment was being inducted into the National Hereford Hog Association which was a great accomplishment for him because he sure did love his hereford hogs.

He was married to his wife, Emily, for 63 years and was survived by his 8 kids; Peggy Showalter, Monty Linneman , Jeff Linneman, Sandy (Joe) Murray, Mitch (Julie) Linneman, Scott (Jolene) Linneman, Angela (Mike) Panek, and Chris (Melody) Linneman, his 11 grandchildren; Liz (Dan) Schnell, Monty (Sheena) Linneman, Jamie (C.J.) Moxon, Jeff Linneman , Tyler Murray, Jacob Linneman, Kira (Jacob) Groh, Lucas (Raina) Haines, Alexi Linneman, Jaide Panek, Jacie Panek, and his 9 great-grandchildren; Kali, Bria, Brok, Aren, Travis, Drake, Audrey, Brantley, and Mykayla.

He was preceded by his mother and father; William and Emma, his sister Lucille, and his two children Greg and Jeannie.

Don was a great man and accomplished a lot during his life. He will be missed by many but he is where he belongs which is with the Lord.

“The eyes of all wait upon thee oh Lord and give them their meat in due season. You open your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.” Psalm 145 15:16

Lying in state Saturday, March 24, 10:00a.m. until time of service 1:00p.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church 1244 Army Trail Road, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. Interment Private. Countryside Funeral Homes and Crematory, Bartlett, assisted the family with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Savior Lutheran Church or Ronald McDonald House Appreciated.

For information (630)289-7575 or www.countrysidefuneralhomes.com