September 5, 1947 - July 21, 2024
Bradenton, Florida - Don spent his childhood in California where he met the love of his life at the age of 11 spending days at the beach surfing, playing guitar, and singing through his youth.
Don and wife of 56 years, Marilyn, raised their children Don III, Jeannine (John), and Christa (David) in Indianapolis and moved to Bradenton in 1990. Loving grandchildren are Neana and Anna Kalil, Nathan and Andrew Southgate, and Angelyna Vaughan.
He was born to Don Sr. and Carol along with siblings Cheri, David, Joe, Susie and predeceased by Carol Ann.
Don spent his life entertaining others as a singer and musician where he amassed friends and fans with every gig. He was an avid reader and searcher of knowledge.
We will see him again in the arms of our Father. "Many waters cannot quench love, neither can the floods drown it."
