Born April 30, 1934 in Galena, Kansas . Entered into rest on April 24, 2012. He proudly served in the Navy. He brought his family to Northern California. Worked as an Inspector at Aerojet and also worked at Orangevale Auto Parts. Don is survived by his wife of 56 years, two brothers, three sisters, son Gary and daughter Caroldawn, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild and 14 nieces and nephews. Don loved to fly, hunt and use the computer. A Visitation will be held on May 4, 2012 from 4-8:00pm at Mount Vernon Memorial Park, 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, CA. Funeral Service to follow on May 5, 2012 at 11:30 at Mount Vernon.