Donald L. Spink

life story

Loving Father, Husband, Complicated Man

Donald Spink was born in Wisconsin in 1945, moved to California for a bit and then finally settled in Minnesota. Don was fiercely independent, an inventor, an artist, a writer, a publisher, and a contractor. He worked hard and for himself all his life. Don was an avid card player, his favorites were cribbage and poker. He loved spending time with his family, watching movies and playing cards with his two daughters, wife, and sons-in-law. Don was a wonderful friend, he cared deeply and was very generous. Don passed away at home, where he wanted to be. Preceeded in death by his parents, Clarence and Bertha Spink, and brother, Neil Spink. Don is survived by his wife Susan, daughters Adrienne (Mike) Rulseh and Leah Spink (Brandon Simms), four sisters and one brother, Joanne Thomas, Janet (Bob) Paulik, Loretta (Steve) Hilgers, Carol Lepley, and Doug (Nancy) Spink.

memorial service

Memorial

June 26, 2021

Memorial service at home; call, email, text or message Susan, Adrienne or Leah for details