Donald DeLano DeLoatch, Sr. was born on December 27, 1956, in Seaboard, North Carolina, the son of William Henry DeLoatch and Theolia Joyner. He came into the world in a small town with deep roots, and he carried that grounded, steady character with him throughout his life.

Donald built his career in accounting, a profession that spoke to who he was — precise, dependable, and trustworthy. For many years, he put his skills to work helping others make sense of the numbers that shape a life and a livelihood.

The "Sr." behind his name speaks to a legacy that extends beyond himself, to a family he helped shape and a name he carried with pride.

Donald Delano DeLoatch, Sr. departed this life on April 22, 2026, at the age of 69. He leaves behind a family and a community of friends who will remember him for his quiet strength, his steady hand, and a life lived with purpose.

He balanced the books and so much more. He will not be forgotten.