He is survived by his children Suzette Temple, Dennis Sutton, Alma Waddell & husband Darren, Donal Valdes & wife Donna, William Valdez; sister, Juanita Crocket & husband David, Justine Oliver; grandchildren, Lindsay Burks, Kenna McMullin, Shane Sutton, Trinity Waddell, Megan Esplin, Emily Meredith, D'nel Waddell, Leah Valdez, Lindsay Valdez, Christopher Valdez, David M. Valdez, and 6 great grandchildren as will as many other loved ones and a host of friends.
Donald is preceded by his parents, wife Billie and grandson Jared Valdez.
He was a veteran having served in the United States Army. He was a 60 year member of Masonic Lodge Shepherd #866.
Visitation will be held from 5-8pm Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at Pace Funeral Home in Livingston, Texas.
A Celebration of Donald's Life will be held at 10am Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Pace Funeral Home with Reverend Roland Coyle officiating. Masonic rights will be presented by Shepherd Masonic Lodge #866 of Shepherd Texas.
Condolences(5)
Dorothy Corley
Livingston, TX Thursday, December 23, 2021 We are going miss our dear friend.We had some great times together.
And some good stories to tell.
We love you Suzette and are trusting the LORD to see thru the days ahead.❤
Tim & Jada Tullos Anderson
Greensboro, NC Thursday, December 23, 2021 We're so sorry for y'alls loss. I always enjoyed seeing Uncle Donald Gene's smiling face around Ace when I was growing up.Wayne harvey
NewCaney, TX Wednesday, December 22, 2021 Lots of memories from working many years with Donald.Rest in peace from one of the old Pipeline guys
Bob & Barbara Welch
Ace, TX Wednesday, December 22, 2021 RIP DonaldKaren & Paige Hooks
Corrigan, TX Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Lindsey & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies & prayers for you & yours. Love, GiGi & Paigey