DONALD M. OCKERMAN, age 67 years of Fawn Grove, PA died on Friday, October 18, 2013 at the Mandrin Hospice House in Harwood, MD. Born on November 10, 1945 in Buffalo, NY, he was a son of the late Curly and Cora (Kittleson) Ockerman and an Air Force Veteran serving from 1965 – 1970.

Mr. Ockerman retired from teaching after a 38 year career with North Harford Middle School in Pylesville, MD where he was involved with the school lacrosse program. He enjoyed golfing at Pleasant Valley Golf Course in Stewartstown, PA, working with stained glass, and was a member of the American Legion Post #182. Watching football was one of his favorite pastimes, and he was an avid Buffalo Bills fan.

He is survived by:

Two children-

Michelle M. Hoernig and her husband, Jason of Fawn Grove, PA

Burton T. Ockerman of West Chester, PA

A sister, Barbara Hessel and her husband, William of Rochester, NY

A brother, David Ockerman and his wife, Susan of Summerville, SC

Three grandchildren in addition to nieces and nephews.

His girlfriend, Diana Miles of Glen Burnie, MD

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 21, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Harkins Funeral Home, 600 Main Street, Delta, PA.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday at the American Legion Post #182, 2217 Whiteford Road, Whiteford, MD 21160.

In lieu of flowers, his family would appreciate memorial contributions to the American Legion Post #182 Scholarship Fund at the above address.