TSgt Donald "Ski" Kotlewski, age 88, of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed away March 1, 2026. He was born on December 23, 1937 in Muskegon, Michigan to the late Joseph and Catherine Kotlewski.

Ski loved traveling with his wife and cherished the many memories they created together. He took great pride in working in his yard, always keeping it beautiful and welcoming. He also enjoyed spending time with friends, especially singing karaoke and sharing laughter with those he loved.

He was also a proud member of Michael W. Ray VFW Post 4548 in Jacksonville, Arkansas, where he valued the camaraderie and fellowship of his fellow veterans.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by siblings, Norman Kotlewski, Elanor Brush, and Alice Grevious.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Kotlewski; step-children, Tony (Katie) Alardin, Lisa (Gary) Whitesides, and Kelli (Randy Simpson) Alardin-Martindill; sister, Clarice (Ray) Cantu; sister-in-law, Mary Kotlewski; beloved dog, Dakota; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial service at 11:00a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at Moore's Jacksonville Funeral Home, 1504 N JP Wright Loop Road, Jacksonville, Arkansas. A graveside service with full military honors will follow at 1:00p.m. at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, 1501 W Maryland Ave, North Little Rock, Arkansas.