WESTFIELD – Donald J. “Tucky” Truehart, 85, of Westfield passed away Thursday Nov 29, 2018 at Baystate Noble hospital. He was born in Easthampton, November 18, 1933, the son of the late Roy and Laure (Quirion) Truehart. He was a Easthampton High School graduate in 1951. Donald was very proud to serve as a Staff Sergeant in the US Air Force during the Korea war. He was employed in the Security Department at the Smith College in Northampton, for 28 years, retiring in 1996. Donald was a life member of the American Legion Post #224 in Easthampton, enjoyed the comradery at the Easthampton Rod and Gun club. An avid gardener Donald would work with his brother-in-law John to plow the fields of the larger garden they maintained together. Don’s true passion was fishing, No brook, stream or creek was too big for him. Donald leaves his loving wife Joan (Robienczak) Truehart, with whom he just celebrated 60 years of marriage on Oct. 25, 2018, his loving and devoted son Tom of Florida, and his cherished grandsons James and Patrick Hanrahan. Donald also leaves to mourn his passing his sister Anita Grzeskowski and her children Jay, Linda and Diane, his Brother-in-law David, his God-children Joy Winnie and Walter Hall, and his several nieces and nephews. Donald was predeceased by his beloved children Roy, Timothy, Victor and Terri, by his sister Germaine, and by his sister-in-law Jean Hall. Donald’s family wishes to sincerely thank all the staff on the second Floor of Baystate Noble hospital, who provided such comfort and true compassion for our beloved. A special Thanks to Dr. Shazad, Anna and Scott Wing and Kathy. Donald will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A Special remembrance will be celebrated in spring. The O’Brien Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Memorial gift in his name may be made to Sydney F. Smith Toy Fund C/O The Daily Hampshire Gazette 115 Conz St. Northampton, Ma 01027.
