His only son, Donald Terris Lavelle, expresses a loving memory to his father and honors him as a great parent and loving father.
During his formative years, Donald established life habits that served him well in his adult years. He started his working career as a supermarket clerk. He held various positions in retail and warehouse work in the food industry throughout his working life.
Aside from work, Donald had a strong desire to learn in his spare time. Among other topics, Donald spent a lifetime studying Christianity and the Spanish language.
He departed this life at Anna's Angels Assisted Living Home on Wednesday, August 21, 2019.
He leaves to mourn his passing: two brothers, Nathan III, Carl Richard; sister, Pennye; stepsister, Renee Bennett; and step brother, Raymond Charles.