Donald E. Libby, 81 of Whitman, passed away peacefully May 11th, after a period of failing health. He was the beloved husband of 60 years to Barbara J. (Pratt) Libby.
Donald was born in Abington and was the last of 16 children born to the late Herbert and Elena (Corbett) Libby.
He worked at the Whitman Tack Factory, Bay State Nursery, Ward and Johnson Builders and finally at Boston Whaler as a supervisor and retired from Boston Whaler when they moved to Florida.
Donald enjoyed bowling, motor cycling, back packing in the White Mountains bingo and reading. He also hooked rugs, which he proudly displayed on walls and floors. Donald also helped support the Indian Affairs.
He will be sadly missed by all especially, our pet dog Abby.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Barbara, his children, Stephen Libby and Sandra Smith both of Whitman, Donna Carpenter of Pembroke and the late Bruce Libby whom passed away 11 years ago :also 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
His memorial service will be held on Saturday May 19th at 10:30AM in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel (Rte. 58 @ the rotary) Whitman. Donations may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 5 Manley St., West Bridgewater, MA. 02379.