May 19, 1941 - June 17, 2013 MIDWEST CITY
Don C. Fennell, 72, of Midwest City, Oklahoma, passed away with his family by his side June 17, 2013. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2013, at Meadowood Baptist Church in Midwest City. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 13400 North Kelly, Oklahoma City, OK 73131 under the direction of Barnes Friederich Funeral Home at 1820 S. Douglas Blvd., Midwest City, OK 73130. The family will receive friends and family for viewing at Barnes and Friederich on Thursday June 20th between 6-8 PM. Don was born May 19, 1941 in Holdenville, OK to D.A. & Rosaline (Shumard) Fennell. He graduated from Midwest City High School in 1959, where he was called, `Don'. He then attended Central State College (UCO) in Edmond where he received his degree in Marketing in 1965, and was called `Don'. Don married the love of his life, Nanci Smith of Midwest City on August 30, 1963. In 1996, Don retired from Reserve National Insurance where he was a Regional Sales Manager. Prior to his insurance career, he was a homebuilder in Midwest City from 1966-1980. In retirement, Don worked part time in the family business developing real estate, traveling with Nanci, and being a fulltime Baba to Riley and Connor. Among his achievements, he was recognized, by his granddaughter as the best Girl Scout Cookie salesman around. Don was also quite proud of his basketball accomplishments against his grandson. Don is survived by his `First' wife, Nanci, of the home; sons, Joe Don Fennell and Robby Fennell of Midwest City, OK; and daughter, Megan (Fennell) and Jim Mills of Edmond, OK; grandkids, Riley (Shugabug) Mills and Connor (Big Buddy) Mills; and his granddogs Marley, Lucy and Brittan. He is also survived by brothers Arvin and Phyllis Fennell of Midwest City, Chester Fennell of Midwest City and Steve and Tammy Fennell of Midwest City, as well as countless cousins, nieces and nephews. Don was adored by family and friends. Don never met a stranger as he charmed and amused all who came in contact with him. Don was known to entertain many with card tricks and his many jokes and jovial greetings. Don's compassion and generosity knew no bounds as he would routinely help family and friends in need. The family would like to extend our gratitude for their compassion and care to Dr. Kevin Miller, his staff and the CCU unit and staff at Midwest Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made in his name to CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates for children at www.okcountycasa.org
Published in The Oklahoman from June 20 to June 21, 2013
Don C. Fennell, 72, of Midwest City, Oklahoma, passed away with his family by his side June 17, 2013. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2013, at Meadowood Baptist Church in Midwest City. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 13400 North Kelly, Oklahoma City, OK 73131 under the direction of Barnes Friederich Funeral Home at 1820 S. Douglas Blvd., Midwest City, OK 73130. The family will receive friends and family for viewing at Barnes and Friederich on Thursday June 20th between 6-8 PM. Don was born May 19, 1941 in Holdenville, OK to D.A. & Rosaline (Shumard) Fennell. He graduated from Midwest City High School in 1959, where he was called, `Don'. He then attended Central State College (UCO) in Edmond where he received his degree in Marketing in 1965, and was called `Don'. Don married the love of his life, Nanci Smith of Midwest City on August 30, 1963. In 1996, Don retired from Reserve National Insurance where he was a Regional Sales Manager. Prior to his insurance career, he was a homebuilder in Midwest City from 1966-1980. In retirement, Don worked part time in the family business developing real estate, traveling with Nanci, and being a fulltime Baba to Riley and Connor. Among his achievements, he was recognized, by his granddaughter as the best Girl Scout Cookie salesman around. Don was also quite proud of his basketball accomplishments against his grandson. Don is survived by his `First' wife, Nanci, of the home; sons, Joe Don Fennell and Robby Fennell of Midwest City, OK; and daughter, Megan (Fennell) and Jim Mills of Edmond, OK; grandkids, Riley (Shugabug) Mills and Connor (Big Buddy) Mills; and his granddogs Marley, Lucy and Brittan. He is also survived by brothers Arvin and Phyllis Fennell of Midwest City, Chester Fennell of Midwest City and Steve and Tammy Fennell of Midwest City, as well as countless cousins, nieces and nephews. Don was adored by family and friends. Don never met a stranger as he charmed and amused all who came in contact with him. Don was known to entertain many with card tricks and his many jokes and jovial greetings. Don's compassion and generosity knew no bounds as he would routinely help family and friends in need. The family would like to extend our gratitude for their compassion and care to Dr. Kevin Miller, his staff and the CCU unit and staff at Midwest Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made in his name to CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates for children at www.okcountycasa.org
Published in The Oklahoman from June 20 to June 21, 2013
May 19, 1941 - June 17, 2013 MIDWEST CITY
Don C. Fennell, 72, of Midwest City, Oklahoma, passed away with his family by his side June 17, 2013. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2013, at Meadowood Baptist Church in Midwest City. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 13400 North Kelly, Oklahoma City, OK 73131 under the direction of Barnes Friederich Funeral Home at 1820 S. Douglas Blvd., Midwest City, OK 73130. The family will receive friends and family for viewing at Barnes and Friederich on Thursday June 20th between 6-8 PM. Don was born May 19, 1941 in Holdenville, OK to D.A. & Rosaline (Shumard) Fennell. He graduated from Midwest City High School in 1959, where he was called, `Don'. He then attended Central State College (UCO) in Edmond where he received his degree in Marketing in 1965, and was called `Don'. Don married the love of his life, Nanci Smith of Midwest City on August 30, 1963. In 1996, Don retired from Reserve National Insurance where he was a Regional Sales Manager. Prior to his insurance career, he was a homebuilder in Midwest City from 1966-1980. In retirement, Don worked part time in the family business developing real estate, traveling with Nanci, and being a fulltime Baba to Riley and Connor. Among his achievements, he was recognized, by his granddaughter as the best Girl Scout Cookie salesman around. Don was also quite proud of his basketball accomplishments against his grandson. Don is survived by his `First' wife, Nanci, of the home; sons, Joe Don Fennell and Robby Fennell of Midwest City, OK; and daughter, Megan (Fennell) and Jim Mills of Edmond, OK; grandkids, Riley (Shugabug) Mills and Connor (Big Buddy) Mills; and his granddogs Marley, Lucy and Brittan. He is also survived by brothers Arvin and Phyllis Fennell of Midwest City, Chester Fennell of Midwest City and Steve and Tammy Fennell of Midwest City, as well as countless cousins, nieces and nephews. Don was adored by family and friends. Don never met a stranger as he charmed and amused all who came in contact with him. Don was known to entertain many with card tricks and his many jokes and jovial greetings. Don's compassion and generosity knew no bounds as he would routinely help family and friends in need. The family would like to extend our gratitude for their compassion and care to Dr. Kevin Miller, his staff and the CCU unit and staff at Midwest Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made in his name to CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates for children at www.okcountycasa.org
Published in The Oklahoman from June 20 to June 21, 2013
Don C. Fennell, 72, of Midwest City, Oklahoma, passed away with his family by his side June 17, 2013. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2013, at Meadowood Baptist Church in Midwest City. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, 13400 North Kelly, Oklahoma City, OK 73131 under the direction of Barnes Friederich Funeral Home at 1820 S. Douglas Blvd., Midwest City, OK 73130. The family will receive friends and family for viewing at Barnes and Friederich on Thursday June 20th between 6-8 PM. Don was born May 19, 1941 in Holdenville, OK to D.A. & Rosaline (Shumard) Fennell. He graduated from Midwest City High School in 1959, where he was called, `Don'. He then attended Central State College (UCO) in Edmond where he received his degree in Marketing in 1965, and was called `Don'. Don married the love of his life, Nanci Smith of Midwest City on August 30, 1963. In 1996, Don retired from Reserve National Insurance where he was a Regional Sales Manager. Prior to his insurance career, he was a homebuilder in Midwest City from 1966-1980. In retirement, Don worked part time in the family business developing real estate, traveling with Nanci, and being a fulltime Baba to Riley and Connor. Among his achievements, he was recognized, by his granddaughter as the best Girl Scout Cookie salesman around. Don was also quite proud of his basketball accomplishments against his grandson. Don is survived by his `First' wife, Nanci, of the home; sons, Joe Don Fennell and Robby Fennell of Midwest City, OK; and daughter, Megan (Fennell) and Jim Mills of Edmond, OK; grandkids, Riley (Shugabug) Mills and Connor (Big Buddy) Mills; and his granddogs Marley, Lucy and Brittan. He is also survived by brothers Arvin and Phyllis Fennell of Midwest City, Chester Fennell of Midwest City and Steve and Tammy Fennell of Midwest City, as well as countless cousins, nieces and nephews. Don was adored by family and friends. Don never met a stranger as he charmed and amused all who came in contact with him. Don was known to entertain many with card tricks and his many jokes and jovial greetings. Don's compassion and generosity knew no bounds as he would routinely help family and friends in need. The family would like to extend our gratitude for their compassion and care to Dr. Kevin Miller, his staff and the CCU unit and staff at Midwest Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made in his name to CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates for children at www.okcountycasa.org
Published in The Oklahoman from June 20 to June 21, 2013
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