Donald Ray Elmore Sr., 87, of Fort Worth passed away June 25, 2019. Donald served our country in the Army Air Corps and the US Air Force, then went on to enjoy a 43-year career at General Dynamics, helping to create several models of military aircraft, including the F-16 and the RB-57F, and traveling to over 100 countries during his career. He was also a Mason and a member of the Moslah Shrine for over 50 years. An avid golfer, one of Donald’s proudest accomplishments was his hole-in-one at Hidden Creek Golf Club.
Donald is survived by his four children, Donald Elmore Jr. of San Diego, CA, Charles Elmore of Spokane, WA, Gary Elmore of Arlington, and Brenda Oakley of Fort Worth, as well as three stepchildren, Cindy Pflughoft of Austin, Christine Wasik of Bulverde, TX, and Ted Harper of Dallas. He was also a beloved grandfather to 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren. Donald is preceded in death by his parents Henry Floyd and Mamie, his first wife, Marjorie Elmore, second wife, Alice Elmore, brother Bill Elmore, sister Patsy Shipley, and great grandchild Hunter.
Visitation for Donald will be Saturday, June 29, 2019 from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at Laurel Land Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place on Sunday June 30, 2019 at 2:00 pm, also at Laurel Land, with reception to follow.
