Donald L. Brebberman's Obituary
Donald L. Brebberman, age 76 of Batesville, died Saturday, July 14, 2012 at St. Andrew’s Health Campus. Born October 4, 1935 in Ripley County Indiana, he is the son of Leona (Nee: Jobst) and Clarence Brebberman. He married Bernice Wallpe September 14, 1957 at St. Anthony’s Church in Morris and she preceded him in death July 14, 2010. Don spent 26 years as a factory worker at Delta Faucet before retiring in 1998. He was a former member and past president of the Tri-County Coonhunters Association.While Don enjoyed many interests, he had two true passions – woodworking and the Cincinnati Reds. A skilled craftsman, his children’s homes are full of pieces that include tables and chairs, cedar chests, porch swings, rocking horses and toy boxes to name a few. And to say he was an avid Reds fan is putting mildly. He rarely missed listening or watching a game and could give you most any statistical information you might think of, but his family indicated you may not want to within earshot if they weren’t playing well. In his younger years he liked rabbit hunting and fishing along with sports that included baseball, softball, bowling, trap and skeet shooting, as well as playing horseshoes and camping. Old western shows such as Gunsmoke and Bonanza were favorites and he loved to garden. Although the size became of the garden became smaller in recent years, he was still putting out some tomato plants. While he didn’t like peaches, as long as the rest was warm and plenty, then it was all good. His family spoke of dad’s ability to fix or do anything. If someone invited him to help with a project, they would usually fix it or figure it out and enjoy a cold beer along the way.Don is survived by daughters Lisa Ralston of Batesville, Lana Crow of Morris, Karla Dilk of Greensburg; sons Tim of Batesville, Mark of Plymouth, Michigan; brothers Art of Batesville, Larry of Port Townsend, Washington; nine grandchildren and two step grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, he is also preceded in death by brother Eugene and a granddaughter. Visitation is Tuesday, July 17th, from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home with a rosary service at 4 p.m. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 18th at St. Louis Church with Rev. Randy Summers officiating, followed by burial in the church cemetery. The family requests memorials to the American Heart Association.
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