James “Don” Fielder, 85, of Georgetown, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024. James was born on November 4, 1938, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to William Benton Fielder and Mary Lucille White Fielder.
Don was raised in Jonesboro where he attended Arkansas State University until he joined the United States Marine Corps in 1958. He served in the Marines until 1962. He then worked for East Texas Freight, starting as a billing clerk, and working his way up to Terminal Manager. In 1980, he relocated to San Angelo and began working as a supervisor for his brother’s business, Fielder Pools and Spas.
In his early years, Don was the greatest dad to his only child, Timothy Craig Fielder of Memphis, Tennessee. They loved fishing, going to the races, doing projects, and working in the yard together. Don instilled a great work ethic in his son as well as a love of landscaping and gardening. An avid fan of both the Dallas Cowboys and the University of Texas Longhorns, Don was well known for his extraordinary sense of humor and keen wit, his kindness and the sense of calm he brought to any situation.
In 1982, Don met Sue Mauldin in San Angelo, Texas, and they married in 1986. The celebration of 38 years of marriage is demonstration of their great love and respect for each other. They enjoyed 42 years together living in San Angelo, Midland, and Austin, Texas. In 2022, they settled in Georgetown, Texas, where Don was known to hold down the fort for Haystack Creek Trail, greeting and chatting with neighbors and their furry friends from his garage post. Don and Sue enjoyed spur-of-the moment trips to Texas locations and cities across the United States. They also enjoyed cooking and dining out, home improvement projects and landscaping. Don was the ultimate host for all family and friends, as a storyteller and a cook.
Don is survived by his beloved wife, Sue, of Georgetown, Texas, and his son Timothy (Sharon) Fielder, granddaughter Magen (Justin) Hall and great granddaughter Emy Hall, all of Memphis Tennessee. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and a special niece Bonnie Godines and her family.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, brothers William, Richard, Robert and Buddy, and his sister, Mary.
The arrangements for James are under the care and direction of Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home in Georgetown, Texas. Per the family's request, no formal services are planned. Please use this website to leave words of encouragement for the family.
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