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Donald Veren Obituary
1923 - 2010
Donald Veren, 86, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2010. Don was born on September 2, 1923 in State Center, Iowa. He was a veteran of World War II, having served proudly in the United States Marine Corps. In 1950, he graduated from Iowa State University. He was one of the original American Academy Golf Course Designers. After retiring from Gulf Shore Turf (TORO) as irrigation manager, he became president and owner of Veren Irrigation and Pump Services. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church since 1974, Moose Lodge #557 and former member of Krewe of Lafitte.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Mabel Veren, and a brother, Kenneth Veren.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ann; sons, Dr. Andrew Veren (Linda), Dr. Dean Veren (Debbie), Wynne Veren and Cathy McCombs; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two nieces and a nephew. He also leaves behind his cherished dog, Bootsie.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 16, 2010 from 2 to 4pm at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 17, 2010 at 10am from St. Paul Lutheran Church. Interment follows at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Eric Veren, Daniel Veren, Allen Veren, Ronald Veren, Joel Lowell, Bill McCurdy, Svend Damhave and Roy Tummler.
Honorary pallbearers are Jon Sponheimer, Bob Morrison, Don Galloway, John Gaynor, Jay Brykczinski and Heath Denham.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 4600 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503.
HARPER-MORRIS MEMORIAL CHAPEL is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Colleen Veren Brillhart
November 28, 2019
I miss you Grandpa
May 19, 2010
Dear Ann; Evelyn and I, our prayers and loving thoughts are with you. Jeanne Shore called last night telling us that we had lost another cousin that we loved. I'll never forget at Ronald's machine shed during a Veren family reunion, you introduced your-self to me by saying, "I have a name you'll never forget, Ann Veren.
John Gaynor
May 17, 2010
May 17, 2010
Dear Ann and family: Donna and I share your loss. We have enjoyed many happy meals together out and at each others homes. We shared good times and sad times also. We enjoyed times with the Krewe of Lafitte, and Maids of Luna and gatherings for anniversaries and birthdays, and purchases of goods and services that deserved happy celebrations. We took delight in listening to Don's tales of successes small and large that were achieved by persistence and dedication. Don remains a Marine. His battlefield has changed, but he is still with the Lord.
We will miss Don, and we will continue to gather in his memory. We will also share a sip of the nectar of the Gods, delivered by way of Scotland. Don enjoyed our celebrations, and we enjoyed his participation. Too soon he was recalled to the Lord.
God bless you.
Love John and Donna
Sandra and Frank Alvarado
May 17, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
May 17, 2010
My deepest condolences on Don's death. Just read it on PNJ. We just had mom's funeral on Wednesday, so I can understand your grief---I miss her so much already.
Again my deepest sympathy..Maria---------
Sandra Leigh
May 16, 2010
Ann, I was sorry to read of Don's death in today's Pensacola News-Journal. Although I did not know him personally, I want to express to you my deep sorrow, for your loss. Hopefully, you know that I will always think a great deal of you, and I share in your sadness at this very difficult time. Much love, Sandra Leigh
Nancy Fogel
May 16, 2010
Dear Ann, My prayers are with you. I will always remember my times working with Don at Gulf Shore Turf. We had so much fun and he was always so good to me. Such a dear man!! I will keep those memories locked away in my heart forever. Love you both!
Sandra West
May 16, 2010
My family and I would like to express our deepest condolences to "Miss" Ann and her family in their time of grief. We loved Don very much and will miss him.
Michael, Sandra, Forrest, Draven and Frost West
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