Donald "Don" Earl Stilson

Donald "Don" Earl Stilson went to be with the Lord on January 12, 2022 at the age of 98. Don was born on May 8, 1923 in South Bend, Indiana. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and attained the rank of LTJG. Don graduated from Rice Institute in 1948 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and then married Eve Richards on August 29. The Lord blessed them with four children.

Don was an executive with Texsteam Corporation and later retired from Texas Foundries. Don began each day reading his Bible. He also enjoyed playing golf, going fishing, and later, spending time with his grandchildren. Together, Don and Eve enjoyed singing in the church choir, playing doubles tennis, and traveling the world. Don was a longtime member of Pine Valley Bible Church and served on the board of Camp Peniel for many years.

Don was preceded in death by his son, Mark Stilson. He is survived by his wife Eve, daughters Denyse and Donna, and son Derek. Don had five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on January 22, 2022 at 11:00AM at Pine Valley Bible Church in Houston.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Pine Valley Bible Church or the endowment fund of Camp Peniel, Inc.

"Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved . . ." Acts 16:31 (NKJV)

A graveside service for Donald will be held at 3:00p.m, Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 13001 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.memorialoaksfunerals.com for the STILSON family.