Donald Schlei, 83, passed away on December 28, 2020, at Sharon S. Richardson Community
Hospice Center.
He was born on September 6, 1937, in Green Bay to the late Kurt and Olive (Clause) Schlei.
Donald received his masters degree at UW Stout. On December 28, 1963, Donald was united in
marriage to Sandra Whyte in Hayward, WI. He was a business entrepreneur. Donald was also a
longtime member of First United Lutheran Church.
Donald enjoyed hunting, fishing, wood working and spending time with his family. He will be
missed by all who knew him.
Donald is survived by his loving wife Sandra; daughters, Renee’ (Robert) Lee and their children
Ashlyn, Caitlyn, Allisyn, and Madison, Jodi Schlei and her children Ben and Megan and Amy (Jay)
Montemayor and their children Riley and Augie; siblings, Myrna Taylor and Carol Teal; nieces,
nephews, other family and friends further survive.
Donald was preceded in death by his parents.
A private memorial service will be held for Donald and he will be laid to rest in the columbarium
at First United Lutheran Church.
A memorial fund has been established in Donald’s name.
Don appreciated and loved so many of his friends and family. A deeper appreciation goes to
Sharon S. Richardson Hospice for their excellent care and compassion given to Don.
To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.ballhornchapels.com
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