Donald Earl Puterbaugh, 57 of Tunkhannock, PA. He was surrounded by his loving family as he passed away Sunday, June 12thof cancer. After receiving a liver transplant from a generous donor, he enjoyed another year of life with his family. He courageously battled another round of cancer. He and his wife, would like to thank Hospice of Sacred Heart and especially their amazing caretaker, Sarah Dorsey.

Born September 6, 1958 in Meshoppen, PA, Donald attended Tunkhannock High school. He worked as a machinist for Nepp Wire, Mercer and Arlington Industries. In his spare time, he was also a craftsman at construction, roofing and painting.

Donald enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding his Harley. He got the most enjoyment spending time with family at numerous cookouts and holiday get-togethers.

Donald was preceded in death by his father, Lester Charles Puterbaugh, Sr., who passed away on February 1, 2013

He is survived by his beloved mother, Grace Puterbaugh, of Meshoppen, loving wife Leann of home and former wife, Carole Puterbaugh. His brothers, Jim Reed, Lester Charles Puterbaugh, Jr. and his companion Ellen Durling of Meshoppen, his sister Kim Truscott and her husband Steve of Factoryville and his brother Terry E. Puterbaugh and his companion, Luella Gates of Meshoppen. His children and grandchildren: daughter, Jenny Works and her children, Kailey, William and Erik.; son, Jeremy Puterbaugh and his wife Sarah, and their children, Jordan and Madison; and son, Matthew Puterbaugh and his companion, Brianna, and their children, McKenna, Shane, Sadie and Bailey. His stepchildren, John Danko and wife, Lana, Michael Danko and companion, Amber, and Steven Danko. His nieces and nephews, Jeff Puterbaugh, Jodi Lester, Shalyn Truscott, Haley Puterbaugh, Maddix and Kiana Lester as well as great nephews, Noah and Liam Truscott; and many cousins, including special cousins, Dale Platt and Burton Miller. As well as best friend, Mack Moyer

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 from 5:00-8:00 PM from the Sheldon Funeral Home, 8206 SR 6, Meshoppen, PA. His funeral service will follow at 8:00 PM and will be officiated by Pastor Gary Myers of the Meshoppen Biblical Baptist Church. Interment will be at the Sunnyside Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

In his honor, donations can be made to The Gift of Life Family House,401 Callowhill St., Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Online condolences may be made at www.sheldonfuneralhomes.com.