Donald A. Sevigny, age 88, died Friday, July 18, at his home in Wayland.
Born Sept. 5, 1936, in Detroit, he relocated to Wayland in his youth. Watching him dance with his wife MaryAnne was a pleasure for all to enjoy. He enjoyed camping, NASCAR races, snowmobiling, fishing, boating, golfing, and traveling with family and friends. Donald had a passion for playing cards his entire life, his favorite being euchre.
Don’s legacy as a business owner began early in his life and always included family. He owned gas stations, sold Miracle Maid cookware, was a partner in Sevigny Automotive, operated 7D Fine Foods Restaurant, later taking up trucking, and, in the last few years, starting up a woodshop. His greatest legacy was Greenway Transportation.
He was preceded in death by his wife, MaryAnne; companion, Helen; parents Lionel and Jeanette Sevigny; brothers Dick, Bill, Jerry, and Ed Sevigny.
He was husband to MaryAnne (Modreske) for 51 years and father to six daughters: Mary Sevigny, Rita (Dave) Yeakey, Patti (Mike) Pittman, Sue (Dave) Holder, Cindy (Roger) VanVolkinburg, and Billie Jo Redder (with special friend, Doug Hoyt). He was grandfather of 12, great-grandfather of 20, great-great-grandfather of two, and many extended grandchildren.
Donald spent the later part of his years with his companion, Helen K. Winnie, whom he jokingly referred to as “Red.”
Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, July 21, at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home (Wayland Chapel), 312 N. Main St. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 22, at St. Therese Catholic Church, 128 Cedar St. Wayland.
Prior to the service, the family will greet visitors starting at 10 a.m. Lunch will be served at the Wayland VFW, located at 735 S. Main St., following the burial at Elmwood Cemetery.
In memory of Donald and in lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Therese Catholic Church or Wings of Hope Hospice.
