Donald Heck, 77, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Born in Fort Wayne, Donald was the son of the late Marshall “Bud” and Betty Heck. Donald graduated from Huntertown High School. He served our country as an Army veteran in the 82nd Airborne. He retired from Shambaugh and Son, a member of local #103. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #499. Donald enjoyed going to drag races and spending time with his family. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Sharon (Baker) Heck; children, Tammy (Jim) Stewart, Sherrie Balyeat, Todd (Burgandy) Heck; grandchildren, Cody, Nathan, Katie, Carmen, Daytona; brothers, Ed of Fort Wayne, and Harold of Huntertown. Donald was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Marshall, Jack, Mike and sister, Barb. A Celebration of Donald's Life is 1 pm, Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road. The family ask that those attending practice social distancing and wear facial coverings. Memorials may be made to the Huntertown Fire and Rescue. FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services is handling arrangements.