Donald Lee Shears, 72, of Allegan, MI passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018 at his home. Born May 28, 1946 in Owosso, MI, he was the son of the late Jack Edward and Doris Emily (Spencer) Shears and was the husband of Naomaie (Riddle) Shears. Mr. Shears had worked as a welder for most of his life but had also served in the United States Army. In later years he helped his sister, Linda, with transporting clients for her guardianship business. He was a fan of game shows, especially Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune, and loved watching westerns. Mr. Shears was a dedicated member of Allegan Assembly of God Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Gloria McFarland (Steve Beard), Cynthia (Daniel) Gilbert, Billie (Russell) Dent, Larry Shears, Amy (Jimmy) Hitchcock, Karry (Melissa) Shears, Duane (Tammy) Shears, Christopher (Stephanie) Shears and Amanda (Michael) McKenzie; stepchildren, Franklin (Cheryl) Deater, Larry Deater, Douglas (Julia) Deater and David (Lori) Deater; siblings, Ruth Hungerford (James Garland), Jacquelyn Walker, Linda (Gary) Curtis, Jack (Denise) Shears and Lorn (Nancy) Shears; thirty-four grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Cassandra Jenkins; and stepchildren, Jim Deater and Martha Deater. The family will receive friends at Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A funeral service will take place at the funeral home on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 11:00 AM. Private burial will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice, 530 Linn Street, Allegan, MI 49010. Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Visitation Details

Tuesday, August 28th, 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel

Service Information

Wednesday, August 29th, 2018 11:00am, Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel