Donald Allan Speaker

November 22, 1942 - May 6, 2018

Donald Allan Speaker was born November 22, 1942, in Steubenville, Ohio, to William Speaker and Ruth Sullivan. He passed from this life Sunday, May 6, 2018, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 75 years. After graduating from Steubenville High School, Don played football for Ohio University on an athletic scholarship. After two years at Ohio, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he played football and wrestled. Don served his country honorably and spent time overseas in Okinawa. He was married to Linda Manawa Speaker and blessed with three children: Delena, Donald, and Rachel. Don worked as QA Inspector with American Airlines and retired after more than 42 years. He was mechanically talented and a very detailed craftsman. He had a variety of pastimes, including motorcycles, tractors, drawing, RVing, and swimming. He was also a gun and knife enthusiast and a fan of the Buckeyes and Steelers. Above all, he loved his family and leaves behind many loved ones, including: girlfriend, Teresa Fogg, of Owasso - son, Donald Speaker Jr and wife Michelle, of Gilbert, AZ - daughter, Rachel Brown of Allen, TX - eight grandchildren: J.D., Amanda, Bryce, Rebecca, Tate, Spencer, Grant, and Brooke – brother, Bill and wife Clarissa, of Steubenville, OH. Don was preceded in death by his parents - brother, Sam - first wife, Linda - daughter, Delena. A private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements and services were entrusted to Mowery Funeral Service. www.moweryfs.com