Don Alan Vogt

Don Alan Vogt February 10, 2025 | Age 78 | Plymouth, MIDon Alan Vogt, age 78, of Plymouth, passed away on February 10, 2025. A devoted husband, brother, uncle, educator, and mentor, Don touched countless lives through his dedication to family, faith, and education. His warmth, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to his community will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Don was the beloved husband of Nancy (née DiFazio) and the dear brother of Nancy (Paul) Trinklein. He was a cherished uncle to Amy (Jon) Bernhardt, Erin (Mark) Hoehner, Deidre (Robert) Megargle, and Stefanie (Jessica) Volpe, as well as a loving great-uncle to Hannah (Matthew) Brooks, Grace Bernhardt, Madelyn Bernhardt, Micah Hoehner, Isaiah Hoehner, and Asher Hoehner. He is also survived by his siblings-in-law, Ralph (Mary) DiFazio and Linda (David) Volpe. And Bower too. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Jane (née Griesman). A lifelong educator and mentor, Don dedicated his career to shaping young minds. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from Concordia College in Nebraska and later obtained a Master’s Degree in Education from Eastern Michigan University. His teaching career began at Mt. Calvary in Detroit, where he taught for eight years before moving to Lutheran High East, where he spent 18 years as a teacher, athletic director, assistant principal, and eventually principal. He later served as Dean of Students at Concordia College in Ann Arbor for seven years before becoming the high school principal at Hazel Park, where he remained until his retirement in 2015. Beyond the classroom, Don had a deep love for athletics. He was a dedicated official for both basketball and football for more than 50 years, officiating at the MHSAA and intercollegiate levels. His contributions to high school sports were recognized with his induction into the Catholic High School League Hall of Fame. As an athlete, Don played minor league baseball after college and continued competing in softball for many years, traveling the country and proudly recalling the many fields where he had played. He was an avid golfer and a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan. He also had a deep passion for University of Michigan football, holding season tickets for 50 years. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 14, from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Vermeulen-Sajewski Funeral Home, 46401 Ann Arbor Road West, Plymouth, MI.The funeral service will take place on Saturday, February 15, at St. Michael Lutheran Church, 3003 Hannan Road, Wayne, Michigan at 11:00 AM. Don will lie in state beginning at 10:00 AM at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: • Catholic High School League, with funds directed to “Officials Development” (12 State Street, Detroit, MI 48226) • Shriners Children’s, Processing Center, Post Office Box 947765. Atlanta, Georgia 30395-7765 • Lutheran Hour Ministries, https://give.lhm.org/give/424158/#!/donation/checkout or via mail to 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive. St. Louis, Missouri, 63141 Don’s legacy of leadership, sportsmanship, and kindness will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing him. To share a memory, please use the share a memory tab on this webpage.

Don Alan Vogt

December 5, 1946 - February 10, 2025