Daniel Raymond Donath

Daniel R. Donath, 73, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026. He was born October 24, 1952 in Wisconsin.

He served in the Air Force as a young man. He worked for Peterbilt of Montgomery until he retired. He was a fixer of many things, mechanic by trade, and most especially Papaw.

He leaves behind loving partner Ruby Alexander; son Daniel Jason Donath; grandchildren Simon Donath, Miracle Smith (Nick), Emmie Patterson (Walker), Autumn Barnette (MJ), Micah Myers, Heather Haynie, Brandon Haynie, Alexandra Davis, and Morgan Cramer; great-grandchildren Jaiden Smith, Daniel Patterson, and Delaney Patterson; and a host of nieces, nephews, and great-grandchildren, extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife Linda W. Donath; daughter Melanie Myers; and parents Herbert and Tatina Donath.

Mount Hebron East Baptist Church, 4355 Mt. Hebron Rd, Eclectic, AL 36024 will host a memorial service on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11 am, service at 12 pm.

Online condolences may be posted at www.linvillememorial.com.

Linville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory
Eclectic, Alabama