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Donald BARRINGTON Obituary

BARRINGTON, Donald Beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Donald Keith Barrington was called home by our Heavenly Father on Friday evening after a valiant lifelong battle with Diabetes. He faced every obstacle with an enormity of faith and strength, all to spend a little more time with his family. Finally, his challenges became insurmountable and we are comforted in knowing that he is now with his beloved, Karen. One of these challenges included a kidney transplant in 2007, the donor being his niece Mary-Lou Barrington Dohnal. Donald was in constant appreciation of this which made it possible to maintain a life without dialysis. Thus inspiring his donation of tissue, bone and skin for the benefit of others. Donald Barrington was born on March 14, 1938 in Jonah, Texas to Rufus and Mary Barrington. He then met the love of his life, Karen and they married on July 7, 1960. Donald had a hunger for education and he first attended the University of Texas, on an academic scholarship, and then Baylor University. There he graduated and earned a Masters degree in Mathematics. During this time, Donald made the decision to relocate to Waco, Texas where he started his career as an Engineer at Rocketdyne. He was also a passionate and active member of Brookview Methodist Church, volunteering in many capacities. Donald and Karen made Waco their home and happily raised three children, Kathy, Keith and Kristie. In 1985 Donald and Karen relocated to Austin, Texas to be closer to their extended family. In Austin Donald continued his career with Tracor, Tremetrics and finally Thermo Finnigan, retiring in 2009. Desiring to help others, Donald and Karen volunteered hours and hours at Seton Hospital and Covenant Methodist Food Pantry. They cherished countless weekends at their family lakehouse on Lake Buchanan where Donald spent many hours on the water over his favorite fishin' holes. Donald was preceded in death by his wife Karen Kuempel Barrington, sister-in-law Eleanor Buchhorn, parents Rufus and Mary and his brother Joe. He leaves behind his children Kathy and Harley Alloway, Keith and Melissa Barrington, Kristie and John Wofford and his grandchildren, Taylor and Abbi, Tori and Jenna, Steven and Jacqui, Dillon, Colton, McKenzie, Cameron and Zane. His great-grandchildren Alivia and Ava. His siblings/in-laws, Ruth, Jimmy and Penny, Joyce and Henry, his brothers/sister-in-laws, George and Judy, Jack and Janell, Donald and Jeanette, Leonard, and David as well as many nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved. The celebration of his life will be held at Covenant United Methodist Church in Austin, Texas on September 24th at 2:00 pm. A reception immediately following. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Covenant Methodist Food Bank in honor of Donald and Karen Barrington at http://www.covenantaustin.org/events-activities/food-pantry/ The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Donald's amazing medical team, especially Dr. Richard Lewis who performed his kidney transplant.

Published by Austin American-Statesman on Sep. 19, 2017.
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I only knew Donald for approx. 15 years but he was a man you knew would give you a straight honest answer to your question and also would spark different thoughts on how to view a partial subject from different angles. He was a moral, Christian man and I'm glad I had the honor of knowing him even if for just a little while. He's better off now than any of us down here still waiting in line to hopefully catch the train to Heaven. RIP (tell Karen hi for me)

Donna Kohler

September 22, 2017

I am deeply sorry for the loss suffered by family and friends but so encouraged that he is in a far better place with his beloved Karen. Mack Wofford Ft.Worth

September 19, 2017

Donald was one of my best friends in Georgetown High School. Our birthdays were just a few days apart. We hung out together and did a lot of things together including racing an old "jalopy" at Thorndale Racetrack back in the late '50's.

He was the smartest person I ever knew. I was constantly amazed at the things that he knew and the things that he knew how to do. If he didn't know how to do something, he would figure out how and go ahead and do it.

We didn't stay in touch after we both moved away from Georgetown but when we'd see each other at class reunions, we could pick right up like we'd never been apart. I'll miss him a lot, but it's nice to know that he and Karen are together again. My prayers are with his kids, grandkids, great-grandkids and all his family.

C.R. Morgan

September 19, 2017

I knew Don and Karen from the Covenant Food Pantry. They were so faithful and just amazing servants. I'm sorry for your loss but thankful that they are healed and rejoicing in the presence of Christ.

Nancy Lewis

September 19, 2017

Donald was such a sweet, kind and faithful man. His was a gift to all who knew him. Praying for his family's peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Busfield family

September 19, 2017

Robert and I are very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Robert & Janet
Opheim

Robert and Janet Opheim

September 19, 2017

Keith and family, your Father sounds like he was a remarkable man in every way. I share in your loss and wish you all much peace and love as you celebrate his life.

Jo-Ann Cowan

September 19, 2017

Iam sorry for the loss of your father Keith. Iam praying for your family's healing and that the Lord will comfort your heart.

Ricky Smith

September 19, 2017

We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We'll keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Lori & Robert Fox

September 19, 2017

My sincere condolences. God is a God of comfort and may he give you the comfort and strength you need in such difficult time. I am very sorry for your loss. My warmest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

JF

September 19, 2017

Going to miss him, our deepest sympathy to the family.

Sincerely Mike and Ginger Johnson

Ginger Johnson

September 18, 2017

Brothers, I tell you this: Flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, and corruption cannot inherit incorruption. Listen! I am telling you a mystery: We will not all fall asleep, but we will all be changed, Death, where is your victory? Death, where is your sting? Now the sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! Therefore, my dear brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the Lord's work, knowing that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
My condolences for your loss, Keith.

Matt

September 18, 2017

I want to express my deepest sympathy to Kristie, Dillon & family for the loss of their loved one.

Sincerely,
Paula Norris

Paula Norris

September 18, 2017

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