Obituary of Donald Watson Fuller, Jr.

It is with great sadness that the family of Donald W. Fuller, Jr. announce his sudden passing on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at the age of 72.

Don was born in Laurens, SC, the son of Donald Watson Fuller, Sr. and the late Gladys Roselyn Fuller.

Don graduated from Garinger High School, Charlotte, NC (1968) and attended The Citadel, Charleston, SC. (1973)

Some of Don’s most cherished memories were of his days at The Citadel and time spent in Charleston SC. It was the beginning of a love of the military that led him to a life of serving his country.

Don rose to the rank of Major, as an Armor Officer in the US Army. He received multiple commendations during his military career. After 20 proud years of service, Don retired from the US Army. (1995) Don continued serving his country working with the US Army as a Civil Service employee in Georgia. He retired from Civil Service after 20 years to North Myrtle Beach, SC. (2015)

Don enjoyed traveling, golf, riding his motorcycle, grilling steaks, Mountain Dew, Alabama football (Roll Tide), Butterfingers, real good coffee, and laughing with friends and family. His needs were simple but his heart was big.

Don was predeceased by his mother Gladys Roselyn Fuller (Rose/Poss); and his son, Donald W. Fuller, III (Donny).

Don is survived by his father, Donald W. Fuller, Sr; his daughter Elizabeth Knox; son-in-law Troy Knox; grandchildren Cooper Knox, Luke Knox, Madison Fuller, Aidan Fuller; his sister Carol Ritter; brother-in-law, Chris Ritter; nephew, Andy Ritter.

May the four winds blow you safely home. Garcia/Hunter

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