Donald M. Ream

October 14, 1935 - June 21, 2025

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Lafayette

3430 E 450 S

Lafayette, Indiana 47909

Tuesday 10/14, 7:00 pm

Donald graduated from Clarks Hill High School in 1953. He served in the Navy Reserve from 1953 to 1962. He attended the Neighborhood Playhouse Drama School in New York City to become an actor. He performed off Broadway and danced on TV. Finding this life was not for him, he came home to Indiana and green grass. On January 25, 1964, he married E. Lynne Lister in Frankfort, IN and she survives. Donald worked for TRW Ross Gear from 1966-1989, retiring early due to health issues.

He was a member of the Freemasons in his younger years. He joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1968 and was an active member until his passing. He loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and served Him faithfully in many volunteer callings throughout his life.

Donald enjoyed walking; he walked two miles every day until his health no longer permitted it. He also enjoyed reading and writing novels. He used his drama school training for civic theater and did a one man Mark Twain show across Indiana.

Donald was a man of high integrity, honesty, and kindness. His family will always remember how much he loved and did for them. He will be missed by many in and out of the family.

Surviving along with his wife are his children Craig (Gigi) Ream, Nicole (William) Roberts, all of Lafayette, Jared (Michelle Gengler) Ream of Snohomish, WA. His grandchildren are Logan and Arthur Ream, Katelyn (Stephen) Crayner, Spencer (Natalie), Jordan Roberts, Justin, Colton, and Colby Ream.

Celebration of life will be October 14, 2025, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 3430 E 450 S Lafayette, IN at 7P.M. Interment will be at Clarks Hill Cemetery Clarks Hill, Indiana.

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Donald Max Ream, 89, of Clarks Hill, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at IU Health Arnett Hospital. He was born October 14, 1935, in Lafayette, IN, to the late Roy and Catherine (Oberholtzer) Ream. Donald graduated from Clarks Hill High School in 1953. He served in the Navy Reserve from 1953 to 1962. HeContinue Reading

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Donald Max Ream was (and is) a true disciple of Jesus Christ; he lived his religion. I am happy to have been associated with him in his work of doing good.

I just learned today that Don had passed in June. I’m so sorry for your loss. Don was such a kind and gentle soul. Someone that you could always count on. I know he was a man who loved his family dearly, and he garnered respect from his family and the community around him. He will be greatly missed by all.

Can't believe that you are gone.. R*I*P my dear brother

You will be missed cousin. Lynne I always enjoyed my visits with you and Don.

I was heartbroken to hear about Don Ream's passing. Though it’s been many years, the memories I carry of Don and your family are still vivid and deeply meaningful to me. Don played a huge part in shaping who I became. He taught me how to use my first 35mm camera and sparked my lifelong love of photography. During the ice storm, when my family was without power, your home became a sanctuary. We cooked meals on the coal stove and camped out in the warmth of your living room — and I remember climbing the pine trees in your yard, swaying with the wind like I had no fear in the world. When things were hard at home, your porch — and Don’s quiet walks — gave me the peace and space I needed. I even climbed the town water tower once and told your parents about it, and to my amazement, they put it in their book. That kind of curiosity and encouragement meant the world to me. Don was the kind of person who made a lasting impact without even trying. He made me feel seen, safe, and inspired — and for that, I will always be grateful. Please accept my deepest condolences. I’m holding all of you in my heart. With love and gratitude,

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My sincerest condolences to the Ream family. Don was such a kind man to everyone.

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Donn and his wife Lynn were like grandparents to me, and I will never forget having the memory of him getting to meet my daughter, she isnt able to meet her blood grandfather so having the memory of her meeting Donn who was just as much as a grandfather to me will forever live in my heart

I didn't know Donn that well, but the time that I did know him, he was kind, polite and generous. Very amazing and caring man. Rest in peace, Donn.

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