<p> Don was a very kind and giving man. He was quick-witted and had a great sense of humor. He shared so much of his life with everyone and touched the lives of all who knew him.</p><p>Don was a wonderful husband and father. He was married to a beautiful woman for 531/2 years and had 3 children. Family was of the upmost importance to him. Dons' pride and joy was his grandchildren; of which he has 13 and 23 great-grandchildren.</p><p>His hobbies were fishing and hunting. Don was a carpenter, by trade, but later in life, he worked in metal fabrication.</p><p>Don was a cancer survivor for many years and it was his strong will that attributed to his overcoming the disease.</p><p>In February 2015, Don was hospitalized, due to illness. Shortly thereafter, he succumbed to pneumonia complications.</p><p>Our family has suffered a great loss, but we take comfort in knowing that Don is now at peace and is no longer suffering.</p><p>We will never forget the man who was such a beautiful example of God's love. Don never knew a stranger and welcomed everyone into his life with open arms. We love and miss him, dearly, but know we will reunite with him one day in heaven. God bless and keep his family and may He make the sun shine upon their faces, all the days of their lives.</p>