Donald R. Townsend, 58, of McConnelsville passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022.  He was born to the late Buford Townsend and Loretta Johnson Townsend in London, OH. He loved to cook and retired from Denny's in Zanesville OH.  He is survived by his wife Cheryl Hunter Townsend of the home, a step-son Daniel Reed of McConnelsville, OH, 5 brothers, William (Pam) Townsend of London, OH, Danny Townsend of McConnelsville, Glenn (Brenda) Townsend of Plain City, OH, Roger Townsend of Sedalia, OH, and Joshua Townsend of Noble County, OH, 5 sisters, Joanne Stuthard of McConnelsville, OH, Wilma Strickler of Springfield, OH, Vickey Ness of Zanesville, OH, Kathy Burcham of La Follette, TN, Christine (Brian) Miller of Malta, OH, one brother-in-law, Jerry Hunter of McConnelsville, and many nieces and nephews.  He will be dearly missed by many, a caring cremation will take place at Donald's request, and a memorial service will be at a later date. Matheney Funeral Home in McConnelsville is handling arrangements. To send a note of condolence to the family, visit www.matheneyfh.com.