He was a Navy Veteran, serving his country in WWII. He remained in the Naval Reserve and retired as a Captain (06). Don was an active Boy Scout leader of Troop 59 and was a Three Bead Woodbadger. He graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology as a Mechanical Engineer and was licensed in three states, working in the construction industry for Lockwood Greene.
He is survived by three sons, Peter (Jeannie), Douglas (Joan) and Bruce; grandchildren, Matthew, Kristen(David), Sandra (Scott); and great-grandchildren, Brandon, Emmett, Annabelle, Emma, Liam and Jacob.
Don enjoyed trips to Cherokee Casino, a good game of dominos, hunting, fishing and canoeing.
The family will have private services at Berry Highland Memorial.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Don's name to Troop 59, St Elizabeth Church, Farragut, TN.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berryhighlandmemorial.com for the Cordell family.
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