
Mr. Don Souder was
a Man of the finest values. His selfless, dedication to
teaching others how to save lives was unlike any other. When
I first became an instructor for the Atlantic County
Corrections Academy Don was my Instructor/trainer. Don was a
wealth of knowledge, and held more certifications than one
could imagine. Don was a man we could all learn from , even
on days when he may not have been feeling up to par, he gave
100% of himself to others without even a mere hint of his
own discomfort. I will miss Don deeply and I know that I am
not alone with these thoughts. GOD BLESS YOU AND REST IN
PEACE.
Your Friend
George Hebert
SOUDER, DONALD H. 67 - of
Egg Harbor Twp, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2009
after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. Born in
Weehawken, he attended school in Atlantic City after which
he joined the Army. Donald spent five and a half years in
Vietnam and then set up residence in Egg Harbor Twp. In the
Army, he received numerous awards, including three Purple
Hearts during an almost 30 year career with the Army and Air
National Guard. Donald spent over 20 years at the NJDOC at
Bayside State Prison where he was a corrections officer. He
then retired after spending one year at Ancora Psychiatric
Hospital as a Sergeant. He was a volunteer Scullville
fireman and was also a first aid and CPR instructor for the
Atlantic County Police Academy and for the Red Cross. He was
also involved in the Field of Dreams Project in Absecon and
was a leading advocate for Veterans in Southern NJ. He was a
charter member and past President VVA Chapter 825. He was a
past Commander VFW post 220 in Mays Landing. Donald was also
active in POW MIA programs. He established the POW MIA
ceremony at the county level. He is survived by his wife of
37 years, Kim; his two daughters, Donna Connelly and Teresa
Clayton; one grandson, Patrick Clayton; three siblings,
Richard Souder, Patricia Stewart and Peggy Souder; as well
as a host of nieces and nephews. Friends and family are
invited to attend a viewing on Tuesday, June 30th from
6:00pm to 8:00pm and Wednesday, July 1st from 10am to 11am
at Adams-Perfect Funeral Home, 1650 New Road, Northfield,
NJ. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 1st at
11am at the Funeral Home. Interment will be in Atlantic
County Veterans Cemetery, Estell Manor. Donations may be
made in Donald's memory to the Field of Dreams Project, 226
Ohio Avenue, Absecon, NJ 08201 attention Barry Hackett.
Arrangements entrusted to and condolences may be sent to the
family at
www.adams-perfect.com
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