Donald J. OLD

OLD, Donald J. - age 75, of Shelby Twp., died August 7, 2010 as a result of a courageous four-month battle against a spinal cord injury. He was the beloved husband of Priscilla for 36 years. Father of Kevin (Racelli) Old and Lisa (Paul) Croft and grandfather of Matthew and Jonathan Croft, Brian and Danielle Old, Phillip Old. Cousin, Shirley Williams, nephew Eric Williams also survive. Donald was a friend of Bill W. for 28 years. He was preceded in death by 2 children, Sharon and Phillip; nephew, Kent Williams, parents, Ross and Dessie (Berkhimer). Donald was a graduate of Michigan State University and married Priscilla in 1973 in Santa Barbara, CA. His career included sales for Pilkington, President of American Sunroof, and Manufacturing Manager for Rockwell International, Burroughs Corporation and Cadillac Motor. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Christopher and Dana Reeves Foundation (www.christopherreeves.org). The family extends a special thank you to Tanya and Dick O'Connor, Linda Brooks, and Michelle Zollner. Online tribute at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements by Sharp Funeral Homes (810) 635-4411.