Private family arrangements have been completed for the family of Donald James Whitson, 45 of Pataskala. D.J. passed away at his residence on Sunday, December 16, 2018. He had been employed by his family's business Steinmetz amusements. He is survived by his family: daughter Jordan (William) Wetzel of Zanesville, sons Jesse Whitson of Zanesville and Thomas Lowder of Pataskala, along with his granddaughter Alyssa, his father Jim Whitson, sister Gina Whitson, and many nieces: Ashley, Rachel, Samantha, Stasha, Krystal, Donna, Leonna and Austyn. There will be no visitiation or services Memorial contributions may be directed to the funeral home to help with final expenses.