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.

Gone Fishing

I've finished life's chores assigned to me, So put me on a boat headed out to sea.

Please send along my fishing pole

For I've been invited to the fishin' hole.

Where every day is a day to fish To fill your heart with every wish.

Don't worry, or feel sad for me, I'm fishing with the master of the sea.

We will miss each other for awhile But you will come and bring a smile.

That won't be long you will see, Till we're together you and me.

To all of those who think of me, Be happy as I go out to sea.

If others wonder why I'm missin'

Just tell 'em I've gone fishin'

by Delmar Pepper

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, or Samaritan's Purse, R.O. Box 3000, Boone, N.C. 28607

Private service at West Tennessee Veteran Cemetery in Memphis. www.woodfinchapel.com