Donald Eklund Obituary
The world bids farewell to Donald Eklund (Shaker Heights, Ohio), born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, departing on March 9, 2025 at the age of 80. Donald leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Donald departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Donald. Though Donald may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Elof A. Eklund and Ruth T. Eklund; and his siblings, Dale A. Eklund and Judy E. Holcomb. He is survived by: his wife Emily S. Eklund; his children, Barbara E. Frederick (Charles S.) of Pittsburgh, PA and Adam S. Eklund (Kim A.) of Phoenix; and his grandchildren, David E., Samuel D. Frederick, Logan J. and Grayson B. Eklund.
The family prefers that those who wish may make contributions in his name to Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens, https://tohonochul.org or The Cleveland Metroparks, 4101 Fulton Parkway, Cleveland, OH 44114.
