Donald M. Hanger
CHURCHVILLE – Donald Markley Hanger, 95, of Churchville, died peacefully in his home on Thursday, October 5, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born July 9, 1928 in Waynesboro, he was a son of the late Charles Ott and Ruby (Markley) Hanger. Donald graduated from Waynesboro High School and attended Bridgewater College. He retired from E. I. DuPont after 37 years of service. Blessed with a wonderful singing voice, he was a past member of the Rockingham Male Chorus and also sang at many weddings, funerals and nursing homes. He loved people and never met a stranger. He was such an encourager and a positive person, and will be greatly missed. Donald loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He loved all animals, especially his cat “Baby” and his dog “Sally.” He also loved the beach and Outer Banks vacations with family.
He was a faithful member of Jerusalem Chapel United Brethren in Christ Church where he was a past president of the B.A.Y.C.B. Sunday School Class and served as head of the greeters for many years.
On April 23, 1987 he married the former Martha Lucas, who survives him. He is also survived by his three beloved children, J. Mark Hanger (Diane), Lisa Geiman, and Lesley Dofflemyer; his two stepchildren, Stephanie Miller (John) and Jonathan Clark (Amanda); a sister, Joan Henley; six grandchildren, Kate Hale (Tom), John Hanger (Allison), Lance Hanger (Annie), Colby Geiman, Dolan Geiman (Alimarie), and Brecken Geiman; two step grandchildren, Samuel Miller and Savannah Miller; and 13 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Hanger; and by the mother of his children, Betty Hanger.
A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 10 in Jerusalem Chapel, officiated by Pastors George Etling and Scott Reese. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family is grateful for the love, care and support given by the staff of Gentiva Hospice, especially Rachel, during the past several weeks.
Memorials may be directed to the building fund of Jerusalem Chapel United Brethren in Christ Church, 935 Jerusalem Chapel Rd., Churchville, VA 24421.
Bear Funeral Home is serving the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at bearfuneralhome.com.
