Donald Edwin Follis, 84, of Lincoln, passed away March 29, 2022, at his home. Cremation rites have been accorded by Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. A memorial visitation will be held from 5-7 PM Friday, April 8, 2022, at Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home. Burial will take place on Monday, April 11 at 11 AM in Elkhart Cemetery.
Donald was born June 4, 1937, in Lincoln, IL., the son of John Delmar Follis and Daisy (Williams). He married Sharon Nelson on January 5, 1964. She preceded him in death on June 28, 2010. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Donald retired from the state of Illinois Department of Corrections after many years of service. He enjoyed playing pool, bowling, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his family, especially his great grandchildren.
Survivors include his children: Sherri Roos, Sean Follis, and Shannon Presswood; grandchildren: Autumn Kapochius, Summer Roos, Kayla Follis, Haley Presswood, Sean Follis Jr., Dalton Presswood, and Jordan Follis; great grandchildren: Trinity, Brently, Serenity, Major, and several others; brother James Follis.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Sharon, son Ronald Follis, and siblings: Louise Dike, Jack Follis, William Follis, and Robert Follis.
Memorial donations may be made to Wounded Warriors and will be accepted at the funeral home.