FORT JENNINGS — Donald E. Hammons Jr., 68, of Fort Jennings, passed away Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center.

He was born May 29, 1957, in Van Wert to Donald E. and Anna (Winget) Hammons I. His father preceded him in death. His mother survives in Van Wert. 

Donald is also survived by his children, Wendy (Mark Cetrone) Hammons of Waterford, Michigan, and Donald E. Hammons III of Indiana; brother, Dewey Hammons; and sisters, Kathy Goden, Rose Gordon, Mary (Andy) Edwards and Sarah (Jeff Miller) Hammons. 

Donald was also preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, at Harter & Schier Funeral Home.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.