Donald “Donnie” Minner, 57

Donald “Donnie” A. Minner, 57, husband of Barbara A. (Craze) Minner, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022, in his home.

Born in Reading, he was the son of Michael and Carol (Bechtel) Minner.

Donnie graduated from Boyertown High School in 1982. He then attended Penn State Berks for 2 years. Donnie proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. for 6 years. He later went on to graduate from Lincoln Tech. in 1991. He worked at Wagner Electric/Federal Mogul, then First Quality for 17 years. Donnie liked to ride motorcycles and spent time with his family and friends. He was known for his huge heart and always willing to do anything for anyone.

Surviving along with his wife Barbara of 22 years, is his step-daughter Heather Bohner, wife of Jeffrey; step-daughter Holly DiMarzio, wife of Thomas; and step-son Jeremy Christman, husband of Ashley; brother Michael A. Minner, husband of Michelle; sister Michele Palmer; 7 grandchildren; 5 nieces and 1 nephew; and his beloved German Shephard, Deuce. He is predeceased by his grandparents Marguerite (Boyer) and George Bechtel Sr. and his grandparents Grace (Benfield) and Wilfrid Minner.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 18, 2022, at 11:00AM at Rustic Park Pavilion #1 (1314 Haycreed Rd, Birdsboro PA 19508). Burial will be held privately by the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Penn Foundation (807 Lawn Ave, Sellersville, PA 18960) in Donnie’s name.

Add My Condolences

Dear Barbara and family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss of Donald. We pray God gives you strength and heals your heavy hearts. May he Rest In Peace.
Jim and Dot

~ Dot, Jim Olshefski Pottstown, PA
6/15/2022 2:21:32 AM

Carol and Mike,
My heart is broken for you. I hold you both in my heart and prayers

~ Debi Raifsnider Mondik Douglassville, Pa
6/14/2022 8:42:49 PM

Don will be greatly missed. He was part of our family at First Quality and always showed that he had a big heart. My condolences to the Minner family.

~ DJ DiPaola
6/14/2022 4:04:26 PM

Sending my sincere condolences and prayers to the family.

~ Danita M. Dixon
6/14/2022 8:23:08 AM

Barb and family
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Blessings
Karen and Neil Schueck

~ Karen and Neil Schueck
6/13/2022 3:27:54 PM

Our sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have our deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow.our hearts go out to you at this difficult time.

~ Tara and Larry Jennings Oceanside, CA
6/12/2022 2:26:27 AM

To Barb, Heather, Holly, Jeremy, my sincere condolences to you all and the Minner family. Donnie was always pleasant to be around. Much love to you all.

~ Ashley Showers reading, pa
6/11/2022 8:19:52 PM

I did not know Donald very well, however from the way he was carrying himself, he was a kind soul. I pray for Donald. I pray he receives mercy as he bestow mercy.

~ Nichita Golovca
6/11/2022 5:48:08 PM

So sorry for your loss Michele and me and Mrs miner ..praying for all of you

~ Debi mackanich
6/11/2022 7:34:44 AM

Rest easy Donald! You will be missed but never forgotten.

~ John and Chandra
6/11/2022 12:01:11 AM

I know you are with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Donald did have a big and kind heart! He will be missed greatly.

~ Uncle Tony
6/10/2022 4:55:32 PM