Donald R. Sieck, Sr.

Donald R. Sieck, Sr.

Donald Ray Sieck, Sr., the son of Herman and Isabel (Langerman) Sieck, was born August 18, 1930 on the family farm, near Fayette, Iowa. He was confirmed with the very first confirmation class at Grace Lutheran Church in Fayette and he graduated from Maynard High School. Don served with the U.S.Army. Donald Ray Sieck, Sr. was united in marriage with Bethel Carolyn Biemann on July 27, 1953 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Westgate, Iowa. Bethel preceded him in death on December 16, 2007. Don was a lifelong farmer near Fayette.

Don’s death occurred on Thursday, January 14, 2010, at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, from natural causes. He was seventy-nine years old and had been an active member of Grace Lutheran Church in Fayette, where he served as Sunday School Superintendant, was an elder, and served on the church council. He also served on the Fayette School Board and the Grandview Cemetery Board for many years. Don and Bethel enjoyed square dancing and traveling.

Don was a dignified, gracious, and humble man who will be greatly missed by those who knew him. The most important aspects of his life were his family, his church, and farming.

Don is survived by seven children, Steve (Patty) Sieck of North Glen, Colorado; Kathy (Ed) Traeger of Readlyn, Iowa; Donald (Shelly) Sieck, Jr. of Fayette, David Sieck of Fayette, Karen (Glen) McCort of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Susie (Mark) Caffrey of Minnetonka, Minnesota, and Robbie (Faye) Sieck of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; eighteen grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one brother, Eugene (Doris) Sieck of Maynard, Iowa; and one sister, Ruth “Toots” Sieck of Fayette.

Don was preceded in death by his wife, Bethel, one grandson, Dylan McCort, his parents, Herman and Isabel, two stepmothers, Melinda (Schlatter) Sieck, and Florence (Yelden) Sieck, and one sister, Vera, who died in infancy.

Funeral Services for Don will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 18, 2010, at Grace Lutheran Church of Fayette. Rev. Timothy Parker will be the officiant. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Sunday, January 17, 2010 at Becker – Milnes Funeral Home in Fayette and one hour before services at Grace Lutheran Church in Fayette, on Monday. Burial will be at Grandview Cemetery in Fayette, Iowa.

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Lori Welcher on January 19, 2010 at 08:42 AM said:

Kathy, I am deeply sorry to hear of your dad's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers and know if you need anything I will be there for you!! - Lori

Kathy, on January 18, 2010 at 01:31 PM said:

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Know you're in our thoughts and prayers here at work! ~Shelly

Hilda Schlatter/Paul Sakol on January 18, 2010 at 07:12 AM said:

Our sympathy to all of Don's family. Anna Mae Schlatter called us last night to tell us of Don's passing. We are sorry. Karen, I still remember meeting you in England. We think of you and hope to get to see you. Know that you and your family are in our prayers. From Don's cousin, Hilda and Paul.

Sheryl Gosse, Adele & Clarence Williams, Oelwein on January 17, 2010 at 10:35 PM said:

Kathy & Ruth: You know my mom (Adele),but I knew your mom. My mom I think sold Luzier products w/your mom. My mom is not well, but wanted 2 let U know we all think of U & your siblings/family during your loss. Peace B with U all & yes your folks are now together/watching over you kids/ grand-kids. They will always B with U in their spirits. Enjoy & treasure the memories U made w/your folks over the years, B there 4 your family/siblings/always be close. You have our deepest sympathy always. Sheryl, Adele & Clarence.

Kerry Jones on January 17, 2010 at 05:21 PM said:

Karen,
So sorry about the loss of your dad. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts. Please let me know if you need anything.
Kerry.

Karen McCort on January 17, 2010 at 01:00 AM said:

Don Sr. will be sincerely missed. He was a gentle man who never complained. When he was in the hospital, hardly able to breath, the nurses would ask "how are you doing?" and he would respond, "OK" or "about the same."
Don taught us the importance of spirituality. He showed great courage on his journey to the other side. He was a man of few words, but was always gracious, courteous, and kind in his actions. He was a strong, caring father to all of his children.
Mr. Don, you will be forever in my heart! ~Karen (Sieck) McCort

Kathy Traeger on January 16, 2010 at 05:21 PM said:

My Dad is a cool guy. I have gotten to know and understand how much love he had for his family and friends, especially during the last 2 years. Dad died a peaceful death. Dad had an amazing faith, and with that, he bravely drifted off to sleep, knowing he was about to be welcomed to a better place. Dad was looking forward the reunion of his lifetime with his Lord Jesus Christ. He is joyfully joining Mom (Bethel), his parents (Herman and Isabel), his special grandson Dylan and many other loved ones who have gone before him. While I will truely cry myself to sleep nightly as the lonliness for Dad overwhelms me, I realize that Dad deserves to be held high as he is welcomed into his new heavenly home. It is a priviledge and honor to be a daughter to Donald Ray Sieck, Sr. -Kathleen Marie Sieck Traeger

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