Donald James Sinkler Obituary

We bid farewell to Donald James Sinkler of Swartz Creek, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 11, 2025 at the age of 78. Donald James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his father Theodore Sinkler (Lovelady); and his brother Robert Sinkler. He is survived by: his wife Pamela Jean Smith; his daughters, Shana Charles (Mark Masters) of Swartz Creek and Nola Gibson (Brian) of Swartz Creek; his grandsons, Tiyler (Jordyn), Grant (Kaleb), Beau (Ashley) and Luke; his sisters, Connie Novak (Dennis) of Swartz Creek and Joyce Earegood of Durand; and his sisters-in-law, Kathryn Stone, Jill Hawk (Dennis) and Barb Smith. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sharp Funeral Homes

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Fri

Mar 14

Visitation

Sharp Funeral Homes - Miller Road Chapel
8138 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Sat

Mar 15

Visitation

Sharp Funeral Homes - Miller Road Chapel
8138 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Sat

Mar 15

Funeral service

Sharp Funeral Homes - Miller Road Chapel
8138 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473

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Mar 18

Burial

Great Lakes National Cemetery
4200 Belford Rd, Holly, MI 48442

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