Donald Douglas Fife
July 6, 1948 - January 27, 2021
Donald Douglas Fife, age 72 of Chesterton, IN passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He was born on July 6, 1948 in Gary, IN to Donald Fife and Patricia (Hertaus) Gielow. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Cheryl (Urbanek) Fife; two daughters, Georgianne (James) Bush, Rebecca (Eric Grisham) Fife; son, Timothy (Samantha) Fife; five granddaughters, Caleah, Briana (Lance), Madison, Jenna, Sarah; two grandsons, Christopher (Christina), Colin; great-granddaughter, Lily; sister, Patty (Gayle) Peterson; and many great friendships. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Robert Fife, Sr., Harold "Skip" Gielow; and his dog, Kya. Donald is a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served in the 2nd Battalion, 26th Marines. He was also a member of the Heartland Christian Center. Don retired from Verizon/GTE following 43 years of service. Since retiring he loved having breakfast weekly with his retired work friends and posting on Facebook. Private family services will be held for Don. He will be laid to rest at Angelcrest Cemetery, Valparaiso, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Don's family.
Donald Douglas Fife, age 72 of Chesterton, IN passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He was born on July 6, 1948 in Gary, IN to Donald Fife and Patricia (Hertaus) Gielow. Donald is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Cheryl (Urbanek)... View Obituary & Service Information