Donald John Plantinga was born in Barrhead, Alberta on November 15, 1953 to AEbe and Minnie Plantinga, minutes ahead of his twin brother Duane and grew up in the Neerlandia and Mellowdale area.
Soon after marrying Marilyn Elgersma, they were able to purchase a farm northwest of Neerlandia. He enjoyed farming cattle and crops and assisting neighbors when he could. Don loved antiques, hunting, attending auctions and in the later years, ice fishing. He was an active member in the Emmanuel Reformed Church and enjoyed meeting and talking to new people.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marilyn Plantinga. Children and Grandchildren: Trina & Trevor Molenaar; Brody, Brant and Dustin Tanis & Conrad Wagner; Keaton and Rylee Lyndon & Stephanie; Aaron, Troy, Elsie, Joey and Cody Bethany & Garry Stolk; Jayden, Jack and Mercedes Two sisters; Ella and Dora and Four brothers; Gilles, Rick, Albert and Duane.
He is predeceased by his son, Laval, parents; AEbe & Minnie, and siblings; Stewart, Joe and Annette.
Funeral Service will be held on Saturday May 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM from Emmanuel Reformed Church, Barrhead.
