Obituary: Donald E. Harrell


January 7, 1928 – August 9, 2022

Donald E. Harrell, 94, of Bedford, passed away at 7:08 a.m. on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at IU Health Bedford Hospital.

Born January 7, 1928, in Bedford, he was the son of Hanford and Wilma A. (Glover) Harrell. He retired as a plumber from Triangle & Leahy of Bedford. He was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.

Survivors include a brother, Joe Harrell, of Bloomington; a sister, Darlene Harrell, of Bedford; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Ronald Max Harrell, and a sister, Marilyn June Isom.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 12th in the Elmwood Chapel of the Day & Carter Mortuary with Pastor John Paulus officiating. Burial will follow in Cresthaven Memory Gardens where military rites will be accorded by members of Gillen Post #33 American Legion. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service on Friday, August 12th at the Day & Carter Mortuary.

Memorial contributions may be made in Donald’s memory to the Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services or the White River Humane Society.

Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.