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Donald Eugene Hudson of Joliet, IL by way of Orrville, OH, was born November 18, 1929, in Toledo, OH; and made his transition on December 26, 2025, surrounded by family in Orrville, OH. Donald was a fire chief at Uniroyal Army Ammunition Plant for 42 years while owning and operating the renowned Joliet Sahara Lounge for 47 years. A long-time, active member of Joliet's Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Donald will be funeralized on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the church located at 1710 Carey Street in Joliet, IL. A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM followed by services officiated by Senior Pastor Martin. Interment will be immediately following at Woodlawn Cemetery I.
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Jim and Cheri Confer
January 11, 2026
This is Jim Confer. My wife and I loved your Dad and Mom- Great memories with them both- He loved to laugh and he will be missed.
Jim and Cheri Confer
January 11, 2026
We send our deepest sympathy. Don was a great person. We had so much fun with him at the Sahara Lounge
Nelson Dillon
January 7, 2026
To the family I send my most sincere condolences .
Nelson Dillon
Linda Mingo
January 7, 2026
My deepest sympathy you will be truly missed Uncle Boss.
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