Donald Arthur Pace, Jr.

Don was born December 6, 1943 in Picher, Oklahoma to Donald and Elizabeth Pace. In 1944, his family moved to Amarillo, TX where Don grew up. After graduating from high school and Amarillo Junior College, he enrolled at the University of Texas at Austin where he received a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1967.

Following graduation, he was employed by an oil & gas firm in New Orleans, Louisiana. In late 1968, duty called and he enlisted in the U. S. Marine Corps. He entered OCS and was commissioned a 2 nd Lieutenant. In 1969 he left for Vietnam. Upon his return to the states, he went to visit friends in Austin and met a girl named Beverly. Two days later, he reported for duty at Coronado NAS. There he attained the rank of Captain before being discharged in 1970.

Deciding on a career change, he wrote down two goals: Earn his MPA and find Beverly. In 1971 he enrolled in UT at Austin in the MPA program. He found and married Beverly in San Antonio in 1972. Don completed degree requirements for the MPA in 1973. For the next 20 years he built a successful career as a CPA, tax accountant, comptroller, financial planner and registered investment advisor with several San Antonio firms. In 1988, Don joined Netting & Falls, CPAs. In 2001, he became an owner and the name of the firm changed to Netting & Pace, CPAs. Don enjoyed working with his clients and served as a mentor to the employees. When the firm was acquired by Exencial Wealth Advisors in 2016, Don continued assisting clients with tax and financial planning until his passing.

Don held membership in many professional organizations. He also supported many charitable organizations giving generously of his time and talents. In his "spare time", Don had many interests and hobbies. He loved photography and took many classes to learn about his equipment and how to take great pictures. Many of his photographs are displayed in his and Beverlys home.

Don took up bike riding, joining groups of friends for long rides in Texas and Santa Fe, NM. Another past time he enjoyed was fishing- fly fishing for trout in Colorado, salmon in Alaska, red fish in the Gulf of Mexico, and pike in Canada. His love of skiing took him to the mountains of Colorado and the slopes in Germany, Italy, and Austria.

Don and Beverly took many trips to National parks in the US. They enjoyed visiting many countries in Europe and South Africa with friends. Travel also included cruises to Alaska and the Mediterranean. At home, Dons enjoyment of working with wood resulted in the design of pieces of furniture, cabinets and customized closets.

Don possessed a spirit and drive to be a life-long learner. He willingly shared his expertise and knowledge as well as volunteered to lend a helping hand to friends, neighbors and family. He treasured his wife Beverly and son Jeffery, his family and friends. Don will remain in our hearts forever.

Don was a Life-Member of Texas Exes. Donations in Dons memory can be made to Texas Exes Forty Acres Scholars Program How to Give | Texas Exes <https://www.texasexes.org/give/how-give> or to a charity of your choice.