Donald Lavern Ockert Jr.
September 12, 1946 - January 26, 2022
Donald L. Ockert Jr. of Eagle passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2022. Don was born September 12, 1946 in Remus, Michigan to the late Donald and Katherine (Thorn) Ockert. He worked for Motor Wheel in Lansing, Don ultimately retired from the State of Michigan. He loved to spend quality time with family during hunting season or while traveling out of state on sight seeing trips. Don came from a large family and always said “the more the merrier”. He found much joy being around family and looked forward to special occasions and holidays when everyone would bring a dish to pass and fellowship. He enjoyed woodworking and keeping up with family and friends on Facebook. He will be dearly missed. Don was a member of Capital City Church of God in Lansing. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Pastor Totten and the congregation of Capital City for all of the support and prayers during this time of loss. He is survived by children, Shannon (Daniel) Crane, Tamara Green, Donald (Tina) Ockert III and Jeffrey (Tracy) Ockert; grandchildren, Skylar Green, Jacob (Elizabeth) Crane, Nickolas Crane, Ariana and Tyler Ockert; 3 great grandchildren; siblings, Donna VanHouten, Daniel (Wendy) Ockert, Dawn Hinds and Darlene (Gordon) Sleight. Don was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Pamela and sister, Dora. A private family service will be held. Arrangements by the Holihan-Atkin-Barclay Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.
Donald L. Ockert Jr. of Eagle passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2022. Don was born September 12, 1946 in Remus, Michigan to the late Donald and Katherine (Thorn) Ockert. He worked for Motor Wheel in Lansing, Don ultimately retired from... View Obituary & Service Information