Donald C. Ermert

Donald C. Ermert Sr.

Donald “Don” Ermert, 77, of Schuylkill Haven formerly Frackville passed away Sunday December 15th at Geisinger St. Luke’s Hospital-Orwigsburg.

Born in Ashland on December 19, 1946 he was the son of the late Catherine (Wertz) and Wilmer Ermert.

Don graduated from Ashland High School in 1964.

He was of the Protestant faith.

Don was the husband of Susan M. (Plasksia) Ermert for over 54 years.

Don last worked as a truck driver for Lehigh Valley Dairy in Schuylkill Haven.  He also served in the Army.

He enjoyed watching the Phillies, Eagles and Penn State football.  Don was an all-around handyman who enjoyed tinkering with projects around the house.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by; son Donald Jr.; sister Betty Slotterback; 3 brothers Wilber “Hap”, Paul & Robert Ermert.

He is survived by; wife Susan M. Ermert, Schuylkill Haven; son Eric Ermert, North Dakota; daughter Dawn Matlock (Bob), New Ringgold; 3 grandchildren Ashley, Cade & Isabella; 3 great grandchildren; daughter in law Melissa Harris, Gordon; nieces & nephews.

Services will be private at the family’s request.  In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Don’s memory to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233, Pottsville PA 17901.

Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc. 901 Centre Street Ashland, PA 17921 has been entrusted with the arrangements.  To extend online condolences, visit www.kullfuneral.com.

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