Donald Fry Deaven Obituary
The passing of Donald Fry Deaven of Hockessin, Delaware occurred on September 27, 2026. Donald, born on October 19, 1928, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry B. Deaven and Annie Deaven (Fry); his wife Dorothy (Dunlap); and his sister Marie. He is survived by: his children, Lori Deaven of Wilmington, DE, Lisa Deaven of Wilmington, DE and Donald D. Deaven (Stacey) of Landenberg, PA; and his grandchildren, Annie, Ashley, Gracen and Shaelin Deaven. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Doherty Funeral Home - Pike Creek (3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Doherty Funeral Home (3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Don's name to the National Wildlife Federation, online at nwf.org or by mail to P.O. Box 1583, Merrifield, VA 22116-1583.
