Donald H. Herbst, 82, of Port Washington, passed away peacefully after a seven month stay at Heritage Nursing Home on Sunday, February 26, 2017. He was born to Leroy and Viola (nee Calteaux) Herbst on October 6, 1934 in Milwaukee, WI. Donald was united in marriage to his loving wife Eileen (nee Gryske) on December 26, 1955 and together they had 4 children. Don served his country from 1955-1957 in the United States Army Corp. He was a letter carrier for over 40 years at the U. S. Post Office in Whitefish Bay, WI. Don enjoyed golfing and working outdoors in his yard. He was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Don will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Don is survived by his wife of 61 years, Eileen, his children, Daniel Herbst of Milwaukee, Steven (Christine) Herbst of Germantown and Jacquelyn (Charles) Moeller of Port Washington; brother, James Herbst of Florida; grandchildren, Zachary Moeller, Jessica Moeller, Caitlin Moeller, Dylan Herbst and Chase Herbst; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends He was preceded in death by his daughter Susan Herbst; sisters, Luiclle Faust and Elizabeth Digiovanni. A Funeral Service will be held at the Eernisse Funeral Home (1600 W. Grand Ave. Port Washington, WI) at 12:00PM on Friday, March 3, 2017 with Deacon Tom Surges presiding. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 10:00AM until the time of service. Private Interment at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Port Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the Alzheimer's Association of Wisconsin www.alz.org/gwwi/