Donald E. Fair, Jr.

DONALD EMANUEL FAIR, JR. was born on October 5, 1977, in Baltimore, where he was nurtured in an environment filled with love, faith, and community. He was the third son of Beverly and Donald E. Fair, Sr. Donald was educated in Baltimore County Public Schools. He played basketball while attending Randallstown High School winning the championship in 1996. He continued his education at Villa Julie College (now Stevenson University) and earned his Bachelors of Science degree From an early age, Donald accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at Israel Baptist Church. He actively participated in various ministries, including the Rosebud Youth Choir and the Young Adult Choir, and he also played on the Israel Baptist Angels baseball team. In 1993, he proudly represented Israel Baptist as the Teen Mr. Afram, enjoying the opportunity to share his gifts and talents for the glory of God. Donald later began using the talents at the Shepherd’s Chapel, where he operated the audio/visual equipment and he used his skills to serve other churches by building ministry websites Donald was dedicated to serving other, whether within his church community or through his professional endeavors. He worked for Social Security Administration, where he earned the Commissioner’s Citation along with several others award. Later, he transferred to the Center for Medicare and Medical Services (CMS), where he continued to receive recognition for his contributions. Additionally, Donald showcased his skills Through his own computer service business, DFC Consultants, as well as his remodeling expertise. Resourceful and versatile, he was truly a “jack of all trades.” He was a proud and loving father to his daughter Ava Michele, born of his marriage to Takisha. He was a cherished brother to Herbert, Jerome, who proceeded in death, Lance. Donald loved his family and loved spending time with them working on home improvements and cheering on the Baltimore Ravens. He was a jokester, but he was always serious about work he did. Deeply committed to his faith, Donald later united with Huber Memorial Church, under the leadership of Pastor P.M. Smith. Donald was recognized for his bold and courageous spirit. So even as his health prevented his active participation, his faith and love for the Lord compelled him to tune in to worship service, prayer service and bible study. Donald left his earthly home on August 11, 2025 to join, in Heaven, His Grandparents and his brother Jerome. He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved pumpkin, Ava Michele Fair; his devoted parents, Beverly and Donald E. Fair, Sr. brother, Herbert Fair and his fiancé Christine; his brother & sister-in-law, Lance and Harriet Fair, nephews and nieces, Tevin (Jasmine), Bria, Jaylen, and Landon; four great nieces; aunts uncles, Joyce Taylor, Bernadette Harrison, Carlyn Pope, Chris & Edward Fitzgerald, Jesse Coleman, Kimberly Hearn (of PA), Lanita Wise, Yvonne Jones, and Fred & Vanessa Jones; Sandra Whitehurst (former youth advisor and family friend), Karla Jones (former co-worker); cousins, and a whole host of other family members and friends.

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Donald E. Fair, Jr.

October 5, 1977 - August 11, 2025