Donald Petschow

Donald G. Petschow, age 93 of Starbuck and formerly of Sauk Centre died on Sunday, October 23, 2016 at Glacial Ridge Hospital in Glenwood, Minnesota.

A military committal service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, November 3, 2016 at Minnesota State Veteran's Cemetery in Little Falls, Minnesota.

Donald Gene Petschow was born June 5, 1924 in Saint Louis, Missouri, the son of Ed and Mary (Plough) Petschow. Don grew up in St. Louis and always had a passion for playing baseball. As a seventeen year- old, he began playing in Minor Leagues. His greatest claim to fame was when he had the opportunity to pitch to Ted Williams. He also played baseball with Yogi Berra! In 1945, Don joined the U.S. Marine Corps and proudly served during World War II. Upon returning home, Don began doing carpentry work. Don helped build homes and office buildings and had a great gift in crafting beautiful furniture. He seemed to be able to do whatever he set his mine to doing. Don's hobbies included photography, following baseball, and serving in the American Legion and VFW organizations.

As a member of the Sauk Centre American Legion Post, he served as the Commander. Later, He became of Life member of both, the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars organizations.

He is survived by a step-brother, Ed Petschow; several step-sisters; and other family members including Steve Kern of Florida. His good friend, Bob Friesen also survives him. Throughout his life, Don has had many good people to assist him when he needed help no matter where he was living.