Donald Reckelhoff
November 23, 1950 ~ June 21, 2021
Donald Reckelhoff
70, of Mooresville passed away on June 21, 2021 at home, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Don was born on November 23, 1950 in Huntingburg, IN to the late Agnes E. (Heldman) and Kenneth B. Reckelhoff.
Don grew up in Morgan County and attended St Susanna Catholic School as a child and later graduated from Martinsville High School. After high school, Don honorably served in the National Guard. He worked as a carpenter in his younger years and later was a truck driver for Daum Overnight and Alvan Motor Freight for many years, before retiring in 2007.
Don was proud of his country roots and enjoyed spending time in the outdoors. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing, hunting and boating. He was also strong in his faith, he attended Mt. Pleasant Christian Church, until his health would no longer allow. He gave faithfully to the mission programs and the Impact Center to help those less fortunate.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Randy Reckelhoff.
Survivors include his wife, Julie (Wildrick) Reckelhoff; son Kevin Reckelhoff; daughter Beth Dieckmann and two grandchildren Wyatt and Ava.
Friends and family will gather for Don’s Life Celebration® visitation on Friday, June 25th from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. Services will be held on Saturday, June 26th at 10am in the funeral home. Burial will follow the services in White Lick Cemetery, Mooresville.
In keeping with Don’s faithful giving, memorial contributions are recommended to be made in Don’s memory to the Mt. Pleasant Christian Church Missions or to the Impact Ministry 381 N. Bluff Road, Greenwood, IN 46142.
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Julie, I was saddened to read of Don’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Joan Maxfield
Don loved his Irish Setters He and Julie dropped by Mudworks several times to visit Jack, bringing Muree along too.
Every time I think of Donnie, I remember the summer I spent with Aunt Agnes, Uncle Kenny, Randy, and Donnie…Donnie wanted the newest Elvis Presley album but his mom said he had to work for it. I, of course, had to get in on the action and asked if I could have it if I did more work than Don. Donnie constantly complained about me doing all the work (because I just liked hanging out with Aunt Agnes) and leaving nothing for him (but then he’d rather be playing). He did get the album even though I did more work, because I really didn’t want it (I was a Beach Boys fan) but I did enjoy giving him a rough time about it while I was there! We had a lot of other good times when our families got together, but the Elvis album story will always be my favorite. Say ‘hello’ to everyone in heaven and I’m sure you’ll meet Elvis in person. Love, Chris (Heldman) Bondy
With love and sympathy.
Don was a great man that I loved and admired. Always there to lend a hand ,just a straight shooter .I’ll miss you brother-inlaw.prayers to Julie ,kevin,Beth and grand chrildren.
Kevin- I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I know this is a difficult time, my mom passed in January, but God will give you peace and comfort. I remember all of our talks about religion we had, it seems like ages ago. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Lynette Idlewine