Donald Duda (1941 – 2012)

Born January 21, 1941 in Racine WI. Passed away June 14, 2012.

Donald attended Racine Catholic schools, UWM and graduated from Carthage College. He worked as a biologist at SC Johnson for 32 years.

As a young man he was involved with Big Brothers and played Santa to many families, both in Kenosha and Racine. Most recently he was VP-Entertainment of the Racine German Club.

He is preceded in death by his Mother and Father, 2 sisters and 2 brothers.

He is survived by his wife, Donna, 3 sons, Mark (Dawn), Terry Simenson (Katie), Tim Simenson (Penny) and 6 grandsons; Jack, Ryan, Danny, Jared, Brody and Logan.

He was an avid gardener and really enjoyed his greenhouse.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday June 18, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. Richard Catholic Church (1509 Grand Ave Racine WI). Visitation with the family will be held on Monday at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of Mass. Private entombment will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Richards Catholic Church or a charity of one’s choice.