Donald Schiff

Donald “Don” Golden Schiff passed away on June 1, 2022 in Ocala, Florida at the age of 86.

Don was born in Chicago, Illinois, son of the late Herman and Clarice Schiff. His family moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was in middle school. He graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1957. Don went on to hold supervisory positions with Montgomery Ward, J.M. Fields, Dart Drugs and Costco at locations in Florida, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

In his spare time, Don enjoyed boating and fishing with his family, and bowling. Don was an avid photographer and videographer, and he enjoyed documenting family events, as well as the many countries he visited while traveling the world with his wife Ruth. 

Don was predeceased by his sister June Schiff. Don is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Ruth Marie Schiff; sister, Susan Sack (Richard) of Milwaukee, WI; children, Laura Fowler of Ocala, FL, Bonnie Smith (Garry) of Ocala, FL, Gregory Schiff (Christine) of Hollywood, FL, Jane Gianoulis (Tony) of Vero Beach, FL; stepchildren Benny Willard of Hillsville, VA, Marie Willard (Aaron Moore) of Conowingo, MD and Kenny Trudell of Alexandria, VA; grandchildren, Susan Hawkins, Jennifer Edwards (Travis), Sarah Schiff, and Ethan Schiff; step-grandson Randy Fetke; great-grandchildren, Isaiah McLeod, Andrew Horton, Naomi Roberts and Maycee Edwards; step-great-granddaughter Claire Fetke; nephews Scott Sack (Julie) and Mark Sack (Amy); 6 great nieces and nephews; and former spouse Pauline “Polly” Connelly Ferwerda.

Don’s family wishes to express a special thank you to the staff at Brookdale Chambrel Pinecastle-Clare Bridge, and Hospice of Marion County, for their compassionate and dedicated care.

In lieu of sending flowers to the family, please consider making a donation in Don's name to Hospice of Marion County or Alzheimer's Association.