He was born in Holland, MI on October 13, 1938 to Harold and Grace (Ritsema) Moore.
Don married Geraldine (Jerri) Austin on August 10, 1967. She preceded him in death on March 4, 2015.
Don enlisted in the Marines after attending school. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 324 for over 40 years, and retired from Nelson Metals in 2000.
He was a very creative, designing and building many projects. He built a "Super Trike", which led him to a side business running "Papa Donn's Bike Rental" at the Holland State Park for several years.
He is survived by children: Michelle (Mike) King, Candace Moore, Dannon (MaryJean) Moore
Step children David (Marsha) Dekker, Richard (Deb) Austin, Linda (Bob) Nieboer,
Many Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren.
No services are planned. A Private Memorial will be held at a later date.