Ollie Donahue Park

Ollie spent his youth in Illinois, then relocated to Phoenix during his high school years. Don graduated from West High, in Phoenix, in 1957, which is also where he met his wife, Marjorie. Don and Marjorie were married on January 31, 1959 and soon started their family.

Don attended ASU part-time and graduated with “Distinction” as a Civil Engineer while raising a family and working full time for the City of Phoenix. After completion of college, Don was able to promote within his Division, retiring after 31 years of service, as The Deputy City Engineer for City of Phoenix.

Don then began a new career with Parson Brinkerhoff as a Project Manager. Don directed such projects as bridges, buildings, and oversaw the construction of “Tempe Town Lakes”.

Don enjoyed the outdoors. He loved hunting with his son, and camping with the whole family. Don’s great joy was home improvement projects. He could do anything around the home; plumbing, electrical, and room additions and more. Don enjoyed watching the Arizona Cardinals, Diamond Backs, and ASU play. He loved his Jeep and liked to tell a good story and joke.

Don leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Marjorie; his children Mary (Jerry) Youhanaie and James (Carol) Park; grandchildren Jana (Gary) Crosby and Kara Youhanaie (who will marry Rusty Keyser Friday August 16, 2019).

No services will be held for Don. The family gladly accepts cards and requests that, should you choose to, please make a donation in his name to your favorite charity.