West Pittsburg, PA - Donald E. Hawk III, 53, of West Pittsburg, passed away peacefully with his mother by his side Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab Center in Beaver Falls. following a courageous four-year battle with MS.

Born Nov. 9, 1972, in New Brighton, he was the son of Kathleen DeMauro and the late Donald E. Hawk II.

He graduated from Union High School in 1991.

Donald was employed as a truck driver for many companies and bartended at both the Croatian Club and the former Mouse Trap in West Pittsburg.

He formerly served as a Taylor Township volunteer fireman.

Donald was a very kind and giving person who enjoyed being the life of the party. Known as "Hawk Daddy" while singing karaoke in the local bars, he was best known for his wild storytelling and karaoke performances at the Croatian Club in West Pittsburg.

An avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing and being outdoors.

Survivors include his wife, Vilma, of the Philippines; mother, Kathleen of Ellwood City; and sister, Angela Nickum of Cranberry Township. He is also survived by his nephew, Landon Nickum; two nieces, Lilia and Luica Nickum; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Martin Seman; and his grandparents.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 30, 2025, at the Ellport Community Church. Pastor Tom Milnes will officiate.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.