Donald Robert Schwartzbauer

Donald Schwartzbauer, 73, Mandan, North Dakota, passed away Friday, December 30, 2011, at St. Alexius Medical Center, Bismarck. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, January 2, 2012, at Spirit of Life Catholic Church, Mandan with Fr. Bill Ruelle officiating. A Rosary/Vigil service is scheduled for Sunday, January 1, 2012, at 7:30 PM, also at Sprit of Life Catholic Church, Mandan. Burial will take place at a later date, as per Donald\u0027s wishes, his body was donated to Science.

Donald was born July 12, 1938, along with his twin brother, Clarence who preceded him in death on January 12, 1997. He was born in Bismarck, to Joseph and Theresa (Smith) Schwartzbauer, and was raised and educated in St. Anthony, North Dakota. Although Donnie suffered a stroke in November 2000, he was very proud of being as independent as possible. He was so thankful to Orville and Shirley Lee for the wonderful care they provided.

Donnie loved being a cattle trucker for 44 years, almost as much as loving life itself. He put many, many miles on his truck. He loved to tease and joke with his family, friends, and grandkids. A joke pulled on someone gave him much satisfaction. He enjoyed collecting toy trucks, tractors, farm equipment, horses, and anything collectable. He liked watching western movies, singing along with old time music, and spending time with friends and family. He was always good natured to everyone.

He leaves behind his two sisters, Loraine (Wally) Schwab, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Helen Lampe, Salisbury, Missouri; one brother, Leonard (Linda), Mandan; two sisters-in-law, Janice Schwartzbauer and Marlene Schwartzbauer; Shirley Lee and her children, Tim Hansen, Tamme (Steve) Sweringen, Terry (Stephanie) Sauers, Teddy (Gloria) Sauers; 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Leo, Joe, twin brother Clarence, and James; sister, Marie (Herb) Hill, and brother-in-law, Wayne Lampe, and one infant sister.