Don served in the Navy, and after his service worked for Pacific Bell for 34 years.
He is survived by his wife of almost 62 years Janice; daughter Debbie Buckman and husband Mike; son Scott; and grandson Matthew Buckman and wife Deleana Quan.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be sent to Nancy Hinds Hospice, 2490 W. Shaw Ave., Fresno, CA 93711, Animal Compassion Team of Fresno, 2789 S Orange Ave, Fresno, CA 93725, or Guide Dogs for the Blind, 350 Los Ranchitos Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903.
Graveside services will be held at Belmont Memorial Park Monday, February 26, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.
Arrangements under the direction of Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel, Fresno, CA.