Donald Thomas Heard, age 84, of Buford, GA passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Linda Alexander Heard; son Rusty Heard; parents, Truman and Ellene Cheser Heard; brother, Winton Heard; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ray and Willie Alexander; sisters-in-law, Barbara A. Brown, Shirley A. Mason, and Marsha Alexander. Mr. Heard is survived by his son, Tommy (Kathy) Heard of Gainesville, GA; grandchild, Marie-Frances Harlow (Devon) Denman ; brother, Randall (Carol) Heard of Auburn, GA; sister-in-law, Dovie Moore Heard of Loganville, GA; brother-in-law, Perry Mason of Lawrenceville, GA; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mr. Heard was born May 28, 1940. He was a 1958 graduate of Buford High School. Mr. Heard was a Home Builder for many years before retiring. He was of the Baptist faith. He loved NASCAR.
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home, Buford, GA, with Mr. Richard McGaha officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 2, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com. Arrangements By: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA (770) 932-1133.