He was born on September 21, 1949, in Springfield, the son of the late George and Dorothy (Gudgel) Murphy. He married Debra Pate on June 30, 1975 in Springfield and they later divorced.
Donald had worked security for IGOR in Springfield. Prior to that, he had retired from RC Cola after 30 years.
He is survived by his 2 children, Steve (wife Beth) Murphy of Fishers, IN, and Charla (husband Kevin) Glasscock of Springfield; 9 grandchildren, Zachary, Nicholas, and Hannah Murphy, and Ashley, Aryana, Christian, Abigayle, and Rikiyia Glasscock; 2 great-grandchildren, Myricaland, Kaysin; and a brother Richard Murphy of Pawnee, IL.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, Springfield. No services are scheduled at this time.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.