Donald (Bubba) Wesley Oswalt Sr.,97 died peacefully on March 4, 2023, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He was defined by his deep faith and love for the outdoors. His faith and love for the Lord showed in all walks of his life. Born on October 26, 1925, in Memphis as the oldest child to Mr. and Mrs. Donald White Oswalt. Donald attended Messick High school before entering the United States Navy and serving during World War II. He was a member of UA Pipefitters Local 614. He loved sharing his stories about the people and the experiences during his time of service.
Donald loved spending time outdoors in his garden at Shelby Farms. He always shared his bounty with family and friends. Fishing was a great passion. He loved to tell stories WHEN, WHERE,and HOW MANY!!! If Donald could not be contacted, we were certain he had slipped away to fish!
Donald was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Erlyne Hensley Oswalt, and his parents, Donald White Oswalt and Nadine West Oswalt. He was predeceased by his siblings Robert Warren Oswalt, Mary Osborne. He leaves behind his six children: Donald Oswalt, Ronald Oswalt, Janet Maroon, Nancy Kensinger(Jim), Kathleen Towner(Jud), and Donna Robinson(Bryan).
Donald was known as “Bubba” to his 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
