Donald Elavsky

Donald E. Elavsky, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was born in Massillon, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents (Edward and Susan Elavsky) and his sister, Pat Elavsky Converse. He is survived by his wife, Diane; sons, David (Ronda) and John (Stacey); grandchildren, Colten, Cameron (Brooke), Kara (Cory), Tyler (Tess), and great-grandchildren, Berkleigh, Jireh, and Lena; sister, Cheryl (Al); and brother, Rick Elavsky; along with many other family and friends.

Don graduated from Massillon Washington High School where he was a proud Massillon “Tiger”. He went on to graduate from Muskingum College. He became a teacher in the Southwestern City School District retiring as a teacher at Westland High School. Don coached football at the Middle School (Norton), High School (Westland HS) and College level (Capital University). Don was an active member at St. Paul Lutheran Church. He was an avid gardener, loved to fish, enjoyed trips to Canada and Florida, and most of all he loved spending time with his family.

A Celebration Service of his life will be held on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 at 11am at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 55 Pasadena Ave., Columbus, OH 43228. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 to 11 am. The family invites all to join them in the multipurpose room for lunch after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church. To view the full obituary and share memories visit www. newcomercolumbus.com