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    Donald Alexander Kelman

    August 19, 1938 - July 4, 2020

    Donald Alexander Kelman August 19, 1938 - July 4, 2020 Donald Alexander Kelman passed away at the Marliere Care Center in New Port Richey, Florida on July 4, 2020. He was 81 years old. Donald is survived by his loving partner of over 13 years, Carol Kilker, children Carrie (Tim) Hull, Donald (Barbara) Kelman and grandchildren Donald Kelman, Allison Kelman, Brendan Hull, Jeff Hull, Robert Hull and Nicole Hull, along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. Born August 19, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan to Robert and Jean Kelman of Scotland. Don graduated from Northwestern High School in Detroit in 1955. After graduation, Don enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17 years, where he proudly served until March 1962. Don worked as a Pressman at the Detroit News and Detroit Free Press for over 30 years. They moved to Denver where he continued his career for 5 more years with the Denver Post before retiring to Trinity, Florida in 2001. Don was an avid golfer and sports fan. He enjoyed baseball both playing 3rd base with the Navy and the Pressman Union League and also coaching his son to several state little league championships. He also loved watching hockey and was a Detroit Red Wings fan for years. Don was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Patricia, daughter Tammy, sister Suzanne, brother Robert and his parents Robert and Jean. Don was a very kind and considerate man with a great sense of humor who was very proud of his family. He will be incredibly missed. Due to current Covid - 19 restrictions a Memorial Service/Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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    Donald Alexander Kelman August 19, 1938 - July 4, 2020 Donald Alexander Kelman passed away at the Marliere Care Center in New Port Richey, Florida on July 4, 2020. He was 81 years old. Donald is survived by his loving partner of over 13... View Obituary & Service Information

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