Obituary of Richard Carl Donselaar

Clyde – Richard C. Donselaar, 70, of Cyde, NY, passed away at his home Tuesday (June 9, 2020) with loving family and friends by his side. A graveside service will be at the convenience of the family at St. John's Catholic Cemetery in Clyde, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Beverly's Animal Shelter, 50 E. River St., Waterloo, NY, 13165. Richard was born July 17, 1949, in Auburn, NY the son of Richard L. and Josephine DeFabio Donselaar. He retired in 2005 after many years of employment with Parker-Hannifin in Clyde. Richard was an avid sportsman and conservationist. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kimberly; sons Richard M. (Randi) Donselaar of Clyde, NY and David (Noelle) Donselaar of Glen Allen, VA; stepdaughter Hillary Cardin of Rochester, NY; grandchildren Kaylee (Kyle) Williams, Joshua, Hunter, Ian and Samantha Donselaar; great-grandson Jonah Williams to be born June 22, 2020; father Richard L. Donselaar of Kissimmee, FL; sister Karen House of Newark, NY; stepbrother Peter (Karin) Thiele of Germany; stepsister Lisa (Robert Acaro) Donselaar of Kissimmee, FL; aunt Maranna Plante of Clyde, NY; several cousins, nieces and nephews; very good friends Russ and Fran Acker of Clyde, NY; his faithful canine companion Newton and feline companion Elinor. Richard was predeceased by his mother. Condolences for the family may be made to www.coegenungfuneralhome.com.