Donald R. Hasselbring's Obituary
Donald Rae Hasselbring passed away in Grand Haven, MI, on his 82nd birthday, Monday, September 22, 2025. Don was born in St. Louis, MO, in 1943 to Rae and Helen (Curry) Hasselbring. He spent his formative years in Edgerton, OH, and Fort Wayne, IN. Always a Hoosier at heart, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame. Don held various positions throughout his career, including several as CFO, before concluding his professional life at Grand Haven Stamped Products. In retirement, he continued to give back by mentoring young entrepreneurs through SCORE.
Don had many pastimes, which he shared with family and friends. He loved running and driving his Porsche, and as a devoted sports fan, he followed his beloved St. Louis Cardinals closely. He had a great capacity for intellectual pursuits, was a prolific reader, and collected books, antiques, and coins. He also enjoyed traveling, which his career allowed him to do extensively. In later years, Don relished countless rounds of cards—played both in person and online with family. His dry sense of humor and competitive streak will be especially missed by all those he bested at Michigan Rummy.
Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Janet Hasselbring; three sons, Curtis (Alona) Hasselbring, Chris (Kirsty) Hasselbring, and Jack (Leslie) Hasselbring; three stepchildren, Andrew (Nicki) Timmer, Annie Timmer, and George (Georgie) Timmer; six grandchildren, and eight step-grandchildren; and three siblings, Kent (Ilene) Braden, Kay (Duane) Sheets, and Larry (Barbara) Braden. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held for Don at 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI, 49444. A MEMORIAL VISITATION will be taking place prior to the service from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Researchor to Trinity Health at Home. Please sign the family’s online guestbook and share memories at https://sytsemafh.com.
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