Donald Eugene Lindsay

The sweetest and most loving gentleman has gone to be with his Lord and Savior. Donald “Donnie” Eugene Lindsay, 75, a loving and devoted father and grandfather passed away on April 23, 2024. He was born September 6, 1948 to the late Frank Lindsay and Dollie Mae Osborne Lindsay. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Gilbert Lindsay and Doug Lindsay. A lifelong native of Salisbury, Donnie was a 1966 graduate of Boyden High School. He retired from KOSA (Celanese) in 2005, after 33 years of service. He served his country during the Vietnam Era, and was an Army veteran. Donnie loved music. He loved playing his guitar, singing, and entertaining others. He played rhythm guitar and was the lead singer in a band for years called The Midnighters. Later, he played and sang gospel for his family, friends, and at church. Donnie liked all kinds of sports, but loved golf. He liked learning about history, watching westerns, and seeking knowledge from the Bible and God. Donnie never met a stranger. He greeted everyone with “Hey Buddy”. To him, everyone was his buddy. Even though he was compassionate, loving and generous to those who knew him, nothing compares to the compassionate, loving and generous roles he served with his family, specifically that of being a father, grandfather and dog owner. Blessed to have him as a father, Donnie leaves behind one daughter, Terri L. Beaver (Tony). He devoted his life to taking care of her. He taught her softball, bowling, fishing and about God. He passed on his love for music to her. He filled her life with joy and laughter. Donnie also leaves behind two granddaughters, Kristen K. Peleaz (Alberto) of Cary, North Carolina and Cori K. Evans (Dustin) of Rockwell, North Carolina, who he took great pride in and doted upon. Not only was he their “pawpaw”, but he also stepped in to take on a father role when circumstances changed. He made breakfast, packed their lunches, and transported them to and from activities. He taught them softball, golf, bowling, fishing, how to ride a bike, how to fly kites, and about God. He was their biggest and loudest cheerleader in life. Donnie was preceded in death by his previous wife, Jemire B. Vaughn. After her husband died, she discovered she had cancer. Donnie took her in, cared for her, took her to and from numerous chemo treatments and doctor appointments to enable their daughter to continue to work. Jemire constantly told family and friends about the great care he gave her, and about what a good man he was. Donnie is also survived by one sister, Peggy L. Morris (Raven) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Lastly, Donnie was a devoted dog owner. He leaves behind three beloved dogs, Shelby, Abby and Jax. While Donnie’s life has come to a close, he will be remembered the most by his family for being their BEST buddy. The family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m.Saturday (April 27) at Summersett Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Rowan Memorial Park. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Lindsay family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

Donald Eugene Lindsay

September 6, 1948 - April 23, 2024