Donald William Hale

Donald William Hale obituary, Fayetteville, AR

Donald William Hale

Donald Hale Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Nelson-Berna Funeral Home & Crematory of Rogers on Feb. 25, 2025.

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Donald William Hale, 77 of Fayetteville, Arkansas passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025. He was born May 2, 1947 in Corpus Christi, Texas to James William Hale and LaVerne Degn Bond.
Donald was a very proud Marine who served in the VietNam War. He received two purple hearts. He loved spending time with his family and friends. He was the best cook and enjoyed fishing and camping.
Donald is survived by his loving daughters Stacey Gabbard (Matt) of Fayetteville, and Rebecca Ulrich (Brant) of Springdale as well as 2 grandsons Devin Harris and Brandon Hale. Donald also leaves behind 3 step children, Matthew, Audrey and Tina.
He was preceded in death by his parents James Hale and LaVerne Bond, his daugher Amy Hale and beloved wife, Josilyn Kay Hale (Wilson)
A memorial service will be held for Donald at Nelson - Berna in Rogers, Arkansas on Friday, February 28th at 11 AM. Interment with military honors will take place at Fayetteville National Cemetery at 2:30 PM on Friday, February 28th.

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