Donald E. Eash

Donald E. Eash died peacefully at home in Midland, Michigan, on October 6, 2026. He was born on June 28, 1947, in Elkhart, Indiana, to the late Calvin Sr. and Katie (Yoder) Eash.

On November 19, 1966, Don married Bonnie Lou (Moore) Eash at Midland Mennonite Church. They shared 56 years together until her passing in 2023.

Don will be remembered for the care he showed to others and for the importance he placed on helping people, especially those in need. He was particularly passionate about mowing lawns for others and found meaning in serving in practical ways. He also loved spending time with his family, following the Detroit Tigers, and reading Louis L'Amour books.

He is survived by his children, Matthew (Elizabeth) Eash, Tammy (Wade) Chapin, and Richard Eash; his grandchildren, Tyler and Erica Chapin, Amanda and Graham Eash, and Riley "Peanut" Toles; his sisters, Ruth (Carl) Wyse and Naomi (Steve) Ulrich; and his close friend, Larry Leach. In addition to his parents and wife, Don was preceded in death by his brothers, Calvin and Glen Eash; and sister, Kathryn Kauffman.

A funeral service for Don will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 2:00pm at Wilson Miller Funeral Home with Pastor David Kissinger of Midland Missionary Church officiating. A committal service will be held at Midland Memorial Gardens following the service. Family and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home on Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 4-7:00pm and again on Friday from 1:00pm until the time of service. Memorial contributions in Don's honor can be made to the Bullock Creek Athletic Department.