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MIGLIURI,
Donald J.
(Age 64)
Entered into rest on May 11, 2011 in Spokane. He was born in Spokane on October 24, 1946, the son of Bob and Elizabeth (Domitrovich) Migliuri. Don grew up in the shadow of the spires of St. Aloysius Catholic Church. He was a graduate of St. Aloysius Grade School, Gonzaga Prep and Gonzaga University, where he was a member of the Zags Basketball team. He was in the tip-off of the first game played in the Kennedy Pavilion and remained a lifelong Zags fan and supporter, seen at nearly every home game. Don was a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army and served his country in Southeast Asia, where he was in charge of a fuel and munitions supply depot. Upon leaving the Army, he earned his MBA at Boise State University, where he met his wife of 36 years. He also earned Certificates in both Public and Management Accounting. Don discovered the love of running as a member of G-Prep's cross country team. He went on to complete many road races and marathons. Don was a Bloomsday Perennial runner, earning all 35 t-shirts! He also enjoyed golfing, hiking, camping, cycling and bocci ball. He was dedicated to his family, doting on his children and grandchildren. Photos of Don alone are rare; he was nearly always covered by kids, dogs or both. Don is survived by his loving wife Karen (Bailey) Migliuri, of Spokane; children Melissa (Chris Nelson) Migliuri, of Spokane Valley, Patricia (Meghan Roos) Migliuri, of Buhl, ID, Meredith (Rob Ackaret) Migliuri, of Spokane and Benjamin Migliuri, of Spokane; grandchildren Grace and Evamarie Nelson, of Spokane Valley; his brother, Gary Migliuri and sister, Bette Migliuri, both of Spokane. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 17 from Noon to 7 p.m. with a Vigil Service beginning at 7 p.m., all at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, May 18 at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 505 W. St. Thomas More Way, Spokane, with committal to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 7200 N. Wall St., Spokane. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Spokane. Please visit Don's online tribute and leave a condolence at www.hennesseyhomes.com . Arrangements entrusted to
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Migliuri
May 24, 2011
The Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Donald J. Migliuri for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Tim Mellon
May 17, 2011
Don and I played basketball in the city rec league for the "Archdukes" in the mid seventies. He was a great teammate and a great person. We would occasionaly sit together at mass and afterword we would discuss the previous weeks Zag games as well as the upcoming opponents. A wonderful father, husband, uncle and friend, he will be sorely missed.
Rest in peace Don.
Bob Becker
May 17, 2011
Don was a classmate of mine at Gonzaga. We graduated together in 1969. We also played together on the same Zag basketball team. After graduation I recall one visit from Don here in St. Louis while he was traveling on business. The last I saw him was when I returned to Gonzaga for the final basketball game in the Kennedy Pavilion. We sat together in the stands and shared good memories. I was so sad to hear of his illness and death. Don was a good man and he will be missed. My heartfelt sympathy to the Migliuri family.
Tom Rozman
May 16, 2011
As Don and I were reminiscing during Joe Migliuri's graduation from the Air Force Academy in 2009--we determined that we likely first crossed paths as lieutenants in Korea in 1972. We had a great time during that week at USAFA 2009's graduation and later at Joe and Missy's and Jenna and John's weddings. That is my sense of this good man--Don was an instant and fast friend and family was what it was all about with him. As men of family we bonded and I have come to greatly appreciate this man. Apt to Don from an old Army refrain--and when our work is done, our course on earth is run, may it be said, well done--from one old soldier to another, very well done Don. Till we meet again be thou at peace.
May 16, 2011
We will miss you, Don! You are the greatest uncle and inspiration to Joe and Jenna.....Jennifer Blubaugh, Seattle, WA
Jennifer Blubaugh
May 16, 2011
Don was a the greatest uncle, role model and inspiration to both my kids, Joe & Jenna. In May 2009, he attended Joe's graduation at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. Few months after, he was diagnosed with cancer. Last 10-10-10, he made his final effort to fly to Washington, DC to attend Jenna's wedding. He meant so much to us. We'll miss you, Don.
Don and Gary during Joe's US Air Force Graduation, May 30, 2009
Jennifer Blubaugh
May 16, 2011
paul files
May 15, 2011
Don was my buddy at Metro. We shared much in common, including our Scorpio horoscope! He was helpful to me as I took night classes for my MBA. He was liked, even loved, and respected. I knew he was a family man! Donald, my friend, rest in peace.
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