Donnie M Templeton, age 64, of Beaver, West Virginia, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Charleston Hospital following a long illness.

He was born June 23, 1960 to his parents, Hershel Templeton and Gldys Smith.

Donnie had worked many years as security in Chicago Illinois. Then he worked many years in food concessions for Lamberts concessions. Donnie lived a full life. He loved spending time with family and friends. Donnie enjoyed music, was a devoted family man, and raised his children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Charlotte Boling; brothers, Alvin and Hershel Templeton; and grandson, James Templeton.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Tammy Templeton; son, Donnie Templeton Jr of Glen Morgan; daughter, Tabetha Templeton of Glen Morgan; Aaron Bierwirth of Minnesota; several grandchildren, Robert Templeton, Myia (James Bennet) Christian of Oak Hill, Michalos (Renee) Christian, Alexander Christian of Glen Morgan, Aaron Bierwirth of Kenosha, Ayden Bierwirth of Kenosha, Ariella Bierwirth of Minnesota, and Ace Bierwirth of Kenosha; and great-grandchildren, Rowan and Kayce Bennet of Oak Hill.

In accordance with his wishes, Donnie will be cremated at a later date.

Melton Mortuary and Cremation Center has the honor of serving the family. Please visit www.meltonmortuary.com to leave expressions of sympathy or condolences to the family.