Donald R. Handlong

Donald R. Handlong, 81, of White Haven, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026.

Born in Allentown on January 24, 1945, he was the son of the late Hattie and Raymond Handlong Sr. Donald was a graduate of Foster Township High School and proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He was stationed in the Gulf of Tonkin and was the recipient of the Vietnam Service Medal and the First Good Conduct Medal.

Following his honorable service, Donald worked for many years as an electrician for White Cap, where he established a long and dedicated career.

He was a former member of St. Patrick’s Church in White Haven. An avid outdoorsman, Donald enjoyed hiking through the woods and spending time surrounded by nature. He also had an appreciation for trains and was especially happy to have recently shared a special memory with his family when the Big Boy locomotive passed through his hometown of White Haven. Donald also enjoyed listening to the music of The Beatles.

Most important to Donald was his family. He was the loving husband of Theresa Lucas Handlong, with whom he was approaching their 57th wedding anniversary on October 4. Together, they built a life filled with family, memories, and love.

In addition to his wife, Theresa, Donald is survived by his children, Ryan Handlong of White Haven and Kristin Marx and her husband, Ryan, of Dallas; grandchildren, Hailey and Kaitlyn Marx; sister-in-law, Karen Petrilli; aunt, Anna Mae Kushma; nephews and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Handlong Jr.

Family and friends may visit on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until the time of his funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Lehman Family Funeral Service, 403 Berwick St., White Haven with Father Mike Kloton officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at St. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Freeland.

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