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Donald Robert Willer A kind, gentle husband, father, great-grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully on November 2, 2008, surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. Don is survived by his Angel, Nance, they were married for 64 wonderful years. Born in Quincy, IL on May 24, 1923, Don moved with his family to Alameda, CA where he graduated from St. Joseph's High School. He was an engineer for Pacific Bell in San Francisco and transferred to San Jose in 1965. After retiring in 1981, Don became a volunteer gleaner, picking up food and bringing it up to Our Lady, Star of the Sea in Alviso every Friday for 16 years. Don will be greatly missed by his three daughters and their families who adored him; Teri Willer; Pam and Scott Griffin, children Molly and Kenny; Cindy and Ron Dunn, daughters Megan, Casey, and Kerri, husband Mike O'Shea, and their daughter Kiley. Friends are invited to celebrate Don's life at a Memorial Mass, Friday November 7 at 11 am, at St. Christopher Catholic Church, 1576 Curtner Ave, San Jose. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Valley in Don's honor.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Nov. 5, 2008.

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Joye Crespo

December 20, 2008

Don was one of God's best. Always there when help was needed. We remember him with much love.

Joye, Andrea, Marian Crespo

COLLEEN ANDERSEN

November 7, 2008

I will fondly remember Mr. Willer, not only as a co-worker of my Dad, Donald, but having him and Mrs. Willer at my parents house, Dona and Leona's for all of my high school years. Mr. Willer was always a humorous and cheerful guy and an asset to my parents group. I know when speaking on behalf of my Mom and Dad, their prayers are condolences are with you as well as mine.

Sincerely, Colleen (Huber) Andersen and Gary

Ken Walling

November 6, 2008

I will always rember Don from the days when he helped a new Pacific Bell Engineer (me) to understand the business and life. He was one of the cornerstones for my career and will be missed.

Ina Arranaga

November 5, 2008

Mr. Willer was a remarkable, caring, loving man who will always hold a special place in my heart. I will always remember his phone calls and messages as Pope Don Paul.

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

God Bless You!

Love, Ina

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