Donald Britton
October 1, 1971 — February 21, 2013
Donald Edward Britton, age 41, of Lewis Drive, Niles, Michigan died on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at his home. He was born October 1, 1971 in Buchanan, Michigan to Donald Gene & Gloria Joan (Cordell) Britton.
Donald owned Britton’s Painting Company and painted many houses in the Niles area. He most recently worked for Fabco Inc. in Buchanan. Donald enjoyed playing BINGO, horseshoes and fishing. He loved spending time with his family, whether it was gathering for a cook-out or a friendly debate about sports. He especially loved every minute spent with his only granddaughter.
Donald is survived by his children; Jessica (& Derrick) Smith of Mishawaka, Christopher Lintz of Conroe, Texas, Bradley Ritchie and Dakota Green, both of Niles and one granddaughter; Mackenzie Smith. Donald is also survived by his parents; Donald & Gloria Britton, sister Gayla (Bo) Zimmerman, and 2 nephews; Dustin (Katie) Zimmerman and Jeremy Zimmerman, all of Niles.
Funeral services for Donald Edward Britton will be held at 7:00p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Halbritter Funeral Home, Niles with Pastor Jeff Oliver officiating.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 6:00p.m. until the time of service.
Donations in memory of Donald may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.