Donald Alfred Lindenmoyer 82, passed away on July 14, 2024 following a short illness.
He was born January 2nd, 1942 in Allentown, PA to Alfred and Kathleen Rech Lindenmoyer.
He married Joan Rexford Lindenmoyer on February 19th, 1971 in Edinboro, PA.
He graduated from Allen High School, 1959 and received a BS degree in Science from Kutztown State University in PA 1963. He taught Chemistry and Physics at Meadville High School, 1963-1967. He began teaching Chemistry and Physics at Cambridge Springs High School (Penncrest School District) from 1967 to 1995.
In addition to teaching and serving as Science Department Chairperson, he sponsored the camera crew which filmed all sporting events and provided music for all school dances. He and his wife, Joan, also sponsored the National Honor Society. He was the timer for football games and scorekeeper for basketball (boys and girls) and baseball games. He continued his association with the athletic department after his retirement to make a total of 39 years of service. He was inducted into the Cambridge Springs Hall of Fame as “Lifetime Benefactor Award for Lifetime of Service” in 2009.
He became the first Penncrest District Technology Coordinator in 1995 and served in that position until his retirement in 2002. He was responsible for connecting all 8 buildings to the internet by establishing computer laboratories and wiring each teacher’s classroom. This made Penncrest the first school district in Northwest, PA to have internet accessibility!
He became the youngest Superintendent of Sunday School at the Zion Lutheran Church in Allentown, PA at age 16; a position he held until graduating from college. He attended The First Lutheran Church in Edinboro, PA and Twelve Apostles Lutheran Church in Seagerton, PA where he sang in the choirs, played in the bell choir, served on council and gave an occasional sermon during the pastor’s vacancies. He was also the financial Secretary for Twelve Apostles.
Upon moving to AZ in 2012, he played in the bell choir at Victory Lutheran Church, Mesa AZ, in addition to becoming Kitchen Supervisor and preparing meals for many years. He also was a contributing member of the Pastor’s Tech Committee which planned all religious services at Victory. He was an accomplished organist, so he was very interested in planning hymns and the music for the services. He was one of the founding members of the Men’s Bible Study Group known as the “Duck Club”.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth A. Lindenmoyer. He is survived by his wife, Joan and several cousins.
Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Sincere condolences Joan. Thinking of you during this very difficult time.
Don (with Joan by his side) was a special person in so many ways! When we came to Mesa and decided to buy a home close to his; he was so kind and helped us thru the process. We, my brother Mel and me, had a beautiful lot and home just a few feet away. That help brought us into a cherished friendship. Was always welcome to drop in and visit in their living room. Many holidays were at their home out on the patio with all the neighbors in the circle and many out of the circle. His cooking and planning was exceptional. Their thin, delicious Christmas cookies were out of this world (Mel often didn’t get a one, sorry Mel). When we had problems he always got us to the right person. He got Mel playing horse shoes and golf. Don and I loved cards and enjoyed that so many hours a week. Our love and appreciation for Don (and Joan) was very strong. It was difficult leaving Mesa and being separated from their friendship. Circumstances kept us from going back to visit. Hearing of Don’s illness, situation and death is a great loss to us both. As described, seldom could you refer to Don without mentioning Joan; what an example of love their marriage was to us. Our deepest sympathy to Joan and extended family (especially Carrie and Cathy). We love you Joan and pray your memories will bring comfort in this difficult time. We hold you in our hearts. Lynette and Mel Baker
Mrs. Lindenmoyer, you have my sincere condolences. You and your husband played a big part in my high school years and I will never forget that. I pray the peace that passes all understanding keeps your heart and mind through Christ Jesus as He holds you close to His heart, giving the peace that only He can give. Sending love and hugs to you.
We will miss our friend, his helpfulness, competitiveness at cards, and his worldly knowledge.
Mrs.Lindenmoyer,my sincere condolences to you on your loss.Mr.Lindenmoyer will be missed. I feel privileged to have known “Lindy” as more than an ornery teacher,he backed me up once when I had a dispute with another teacher,and I always thought the world of him for that.Take care.
Joan, my love, thoughts, condolences and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
I just found out about Mr.Lindenmoyer’s passing this evening. I only attended Cambridge Springs my junior year(93-94). To say the first 9 weeks of chemistry was a struggle is and understatement. I honestly had never had a teacher that was so intimidating and strict, I begged my mom to get me out of his class, she refused. I will forever be great full that she did this. I soon discovered this man was not mean and intimidating, he has expectations and he demanded you meet them. Mr. Lindenmoyer had a defining impact on my life. Just because someone is hard on you and has high expectations doesn’t make them mean, this taught me to strive to reach those expectations and not take the easy way out and give up. Life is not easy. I know he had impacts on do many people’s lives, I just wanted to share the impact this man had on mine in a very short time frame. My sincere condolences to his entire family and to those he touched the lives of.
Mrs. Lindenmoyer, my heart goes out to you. Don was such a huge part of my high school journey. (As well as afterwards.)
You were both always such influential people!
May Don rest in peace.
We graduated High School together and wish we had stayed in contact. He has a great resume.