The first and only time I ever had the pleasure of meeting Don was this past summer when he and his lovely wife were here in Platte City visiting their daughter Julie and her husband Mark. It was a beautiful sunny day and we stood outside sharing conversation about our lives and experiences, the things we had in common but mostly about how lovely it was to be meeting for the first time, and how we had this mural love and respect for their daughter Julie! I remember thinking how blessed I was to have finally met the man that Julie has spoken of so lovingly and so often. Within just a few short moments I knew I had met someone so genuinely kind and special, with a contagious joyful spirit! As we parted that day, I wished we had more time together, but somehow felt I’d known him all my life! I so looked forward to the next visit.

Don, you have left us with your essence of love and joy, I’m so blessed to have met you, I shall never forget you!❤️

Until we meet again, enjoy Paradise!

Marvis and family, Mike and I were very sad to learn of Don's passing. But as we knew Don, he is in heaven smiling down on his wonderful family. Our deepest sympathy. With hugs and love, The Claybergs

Some of my fondest childhood memories were the trips to the A-frame. Don (a.k.a. "Larry's Dad") was always welcoming. You will be missed. 💙