Don moved to the Parkrose area as a child and graduated from Parkrose High in 1964. Shortly after graduating high school, he joined the National Guard.
Don happily married Gloria J. Mills on July 22, 1967. This past summer, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
Don is survived by his wife, Gloria, daughters Dawn and Julie (Mike), and grandchildren D'Anna, Shea, and Avery.