Donald D. Gerdes, 85, of Tempe/Mesa, AZ, passed away on May 25, 2016. He was born on January 27, 1931 in Wymore, Nebraska. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Helen Gerdes, wife Jeannette, son Chris Gerdes, and nephew Marc Landgraf. He is survived by his daughters Susan Mason, Karen Raitter and Helen Mack, 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and brother Gerald Gerdes. Visitation will be held at 11am, Tuesday May 31, 2016 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church Scottsdale, AZ and Funeral Service to follow at 12 pm. Located at 3110 N. Hayden Rd. Scottsdale, AZ. 85251. Please visit our website www.greenacresmortuary.net to send condolences to the family.
