Donald is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Anne (Avellani) Carlson; Brother Wayne Carlson, his son Donald Ray (Connie) Carlson, daughters Debra Carlson and Deanne (Larry) Winegardner. Special grandchildren Scott (Priscilla) Comfort and Jayde (Garrett) Hannafious, Great-grandkids Caleb and Clara Mae Comfort, Grayson and Brynlee Hannafious.
Donald was employed at CF&I Steel. He was a loving and devoted husband, Dad, grandpa and great grandpa. Donald is dearly loved by his family and everyone whose lives he touched. He had a heart of gold. Many, many thanks to Bruce McCandless of Colorado Veterans Community Living Center for their wonderful care and compassion.