Donald Hedlund
September 1, 1943 ~ April 26, 2023
Donald Cary Hedlund, 79, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Family will greet friends on Sunday, April 30, 2023, from 12:00-2:00 pm, at 601 Old Marion Rd NE. Burial will be later. The family is being cared for by Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Cedar Rapids.
Don was born September 1, 1943, in Newton, Iowa, son of Donald F. (Marjorie) Hedlund. He graduated from Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School. Don enjoyed a full and happy life. As a machinist, he worked for several employers and retired from Rockwell Goss. He was a real estate investor and landlord for many years. He enjoyed fishing, and in his younger days loved to camp. He was an avid Ford enthusiast who loved car collecting, shows, and racing.
Don will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his children, Brian Hedlund of Cedar Rapids, Tammy (Mark) Facion of Shueyville, and Melissa Abraham of Las Vegas; grandchildren, Amara, Austin, Cliff (Joanie), Devin, Sara, Isabeau, Romy, and Tory; several great grandchildren; 'almost son', Willie McNeese; brother, Fred (Linda); sister, Janelle Seeman; half-sister, Jennifer Frederick. He is also survived by his best friend of over 35 years, Karen Guse; her daughter, Carey (Joe) Snitker; and grandsons, Connor (Crissie), Cody (Bailey) and Cole.
Don is reunited in death with his parents and half-brother, Jeff Jacobs.
NO FLOWERS! Please, memorials may be sent to St. Jude's or Friends of the Animals in Tipton.
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To Tammy,Mark and family,
Thinking of you at this time in the loss of your father and father-in-law and grandfather. May the Lord give you comfort and peace at this time. Tammy and Mark if there anything you need please let me know. Hugs,Sara L. Kendall.
“Life is eternal, love is immortal, and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.”
As a young boy, Don took me aside and help teach me to hunt wild game. I enjoyed the time I spent with him at the gas station on 6th St SW, learning about maintaining cars and running a service station. I have cherished these gifts all my life. Rest In Peace Sir! May Heavenly Father pour out his blessings upon your family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Thank you for your kind words Dan. I’m glad that you have fond memories of the time spent with my dad.