Donald Wayne Paffenroth

August 13, 1957 - October 3, 2010
Donald Wayne Paffenroth

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Donald Wayne Paffenroth, 53 of Wilmington passed away October 3, 2010 at his residence.

He was preceded in death by his father Donald H. Paffenroth.

Donald is survived by his mother Doreece Parrish, daughters Christine Paffenroth Bates, Jamie Still, and Sarah Paffenroth, 8 grandsons, brothers Michael and Jimmy Paffenroth, sisters Katrina Copeland and Gail Shappley, and the mother of his children Julia Earp.

Memorial service will be 6:00 PM, Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

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Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099


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  • October 05, 2010
    Steve Griffin says:
    To the family of my good friend (He was more like a brother)I wanted to express my sincere condolences to you .I had just visited Donald a couple of weeks ago and caught up on each others lives. I can't express how sad I am that he will no longer be with us. He was always there to help,kept me laughing, and stressing.When the chips were down I knew I could always count on the guy we called D-1.If there was anyone who needed help D-1 was there. He had a big ,giving heart to those who needed help.I will always remember him and miss him tremendously . If i can help please let me know. With my sincerest thoughts, Steve Griffin

  • October 05, 2010
    Katrina Copeland, Gail and Lee Shappley says:
    The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He Maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters, He restoreth my soul, he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness of his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies; thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. In loving memory of our brother and brother-in-law.

  • October 05, 2010
    Janie Gainey Williams says:
    To The Family and Friends,I have known Donald for many years and we lost contact a few years ago.He was a good man and always treated me with respect.He had a great sence of humor..every time we were around each other we would laugh and laugh about old times.he will be greatly missed.People leave a lasting impression in your lives,some you forget and some you dont,,Donald was one that i could not forget....Rest in peace my old friend,Janie

  • October 05, 2010
    chris and missy prosser says:
    julie,christy,jamie and sarah we are so sorry to hear about donald.please accept our heartfelt sympathy.you all are in our hearts during this time of grief.

  • October 04, 2010
    Mr. & Mrs Andrew Lee Pate says:
    All this has come upon us; But we have not forgotten you. Our heart goes out to your family in this time of sorrow. God Bless you Friend.