Donald Franklin Wantuck

Donald Franklin Wantuck, age 76, of Sharpsburg, Georgia passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday August 17th, 2022. He was an intense and dedicated man who put a hundred and ten percent into everything he did. He graduated from Norland High School in Miami with athletic scholarships to play football. Don decided he wanted to go to West Point Military Academy, where he played football for the Army and graduated in 1968. Don served his country as a company commander in Vietnam. He also provided logistical support for the Gulf War. Don continued his military career, advancing to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He also received his master’s degree from Webster University. He proudly served his country for 30 years. After his career in the US Army, Don worked for Georgia Quickstart, where he wrote training and safety manuals to help launch new companies in the state of Georgia. He was a man that loved big; his country, sports, and most of all his family.Donald was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Carol Wantuck, brother Tom Wantuck, and brother Larry Wantuck.He leaves behind to cherish his memory loving wife Susan Wantuck, daughters Bethanie Bunder and Amy Taylor, son Adam Wantuck, eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends.