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Donald Perry Lancaster

FUNERAL HOME

Martin Mortuary - Grand Junction

550 North Ave

Grand Junction, Colorado

Donald Lancaster Obituary

Donald Perry Lancaster January 25, 1935 – September 2, 2012 Don Lancaster passed away September 2, 2012, at the Hospice Care Center. He was 77. Don was born in January 25, 1935, in Ogden, UT to Perry C. and Agnes C. Lancaster. He spent his childhood in Ogden and later moved to Denver, CO in 1948. He graduated from Regis Jesuit High School in Denver and attended Regis College. He married Marie (Walsh) Mott and they later divorced. He met Nancy L. Lowe, who worked for Don's brother Dave, and they married on July 20, 1974, in Denver, CO. Don was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and had previously lived in Parker, CO. Don owned and operated an Industrial Supply Company for 35 years. After retiring in 1995, the family moved to Palisade, CO. Don volunteered from 1997 to the present at the Catholic Outreach where he was an interviewer and maintenance engineer. He gave great comfort to many people, (sometimes playing jokes) and built strong memorable relationships. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and many outdoor activities. Because of his strong love of family his greatest joy was spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Nancy L. Lancaster of Palisade; seven sons, Mike (Kathy) Lancaster of Glenwood Springs, CO; Pat (Deb) Lancaster of Elizabeth, CO; Bill (Donna) Lancaster of Goldendale, WA; Tim (Ellen) Lancaster of Kiowa, CO; Jake (Sandy) Lancaster of Magna, UT; Chris (Cindy) Lancaster of Mountain Home, ID, and Tony (Roxanne) Lancaster of Middleton, ID; a daughter, Annie (Rich) Belfiore of Roxborough Park, CO; a brother, Dave Lancaster of Grand Junction, CO; 25 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Don was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Marilyn Lancaster and a niece, Paula Lancaster. A memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 13, 2012, at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grand Valley Catholic Outreach, 245S. 1st Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501 or Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 3090 B N 12th Street, Unit B, Grand Junction, CO 81506. Friends may leave condolences to the family at www.martinmortuary.com.

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Published by The Daily Sentinel on Sep. 9, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Lancaster

19 Entries

September 15, 2012

Nancy and family - we are so sorry for you loss. Jon and Barb Evans

September 13, 2012

Nancy, Family and Friends
Don was one of my Best friends and I am going to miss him very much. While I use to shoe Don's horses we would talk politics and solve the worlds problems in few hours. He talked about the Catholic Outreach with passion and I loved to here the stories of all the many people he worked with. Some of the stories was sad and some very funny. It seemed that every person that was down and out in Grand Junction new Don and would light up when they saw him. Don was a true christian and has impacted my life in a very positive way. We love Nancy too. She has the same impact in our lives.

Will be greatly missed!
Bobby, Shay and Logan Boe

Kathie Thompson

September 13, 2012

There are no words to adequately express Don's loss to all of us who knew & loved him. He was a good friend. He made all whom he came in contact with feel special. He will be missed!

Mike Henley

September 12, 2012

I knew your sons, Pat and Mike, and grandson Shane. well done sir.

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Doug and Debbie Lancaster

September 12, 2012

Unc

The world is at a loss because of your departure. I would like to thank you for the life lessons you shared and taught because of them I have memories of you that will fill a life time. You are a rock, a corner stone to build upon. I am so proud to have shared in your life. We Love you and will miss you, but we will never forget you. God bless.

September 11, 2012

Nancy and Family:
We were saddened to hear of Don's departure from this earth. He was a fine man and wonderful neighbor. We were blessed to have known him. God bless all of you.
Jim & Pattie Timmerwilke
Cedaredge

Melissa Falconer-Carroll

September 11, 2012

Tony & family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the many years of memories made will help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

mitch acord

September 11, 2012

the world lost a great and kind man when Don passed, he will be greatly missed, and live on in all are hearts and memories, To the family, we are so sorry for your loss!!

Nancy & Ralph Seeley

September 10, 2012

I'm so sad to hear about Don's passing. He was a Great Man and he will be missed by us.

Roberta Zizik

September 10, 2012

To the whole Lancaster family, my deepest condolences for the loss of Don. I hope in the coming days you find solace in your memories and all the special times spent together. Know that there are many out here thinking of you. God Bless and love to all. Roberta

September 8, 2012

Aunt Nancy, Dad, Annie, Mike, Pat, Bill, Tim, Jake, Chris and Tony and all the grand kids and great grand kids. We will greatly miss Uncle Don. He was a true teacher to all of us. I know he lives on in everyone he ever met. In your time of sorrow I hope that the comfort of knowing that helps. The memories he created will never be lost. His smile, laugh and personality will always be a source of happiness. A great man has left this place for a better one. We are truly sorry for your loss and pray for your sadness to subside and of course for Uncle Don. We love you Uncle Don.

All our love,

Dan, Beth, Erin, Bolton, Morgan and Madison

September 7, 2012

Mike, Kathy and family: We were saddened to hear of the loss of Mike's dad. Though we did not know him, we believe he was a great man judging by the son he raised! May God's comfort be with you all at this time as you celebrate Don's life and remember the good times.
Jeanne and Miles Miller

Sandy Lancaster

September 7, 2012

Don put people immediately at ease with his smile and sense of humor. He made sacrifices for family and strangers and was a great partiarch to a family of quality individuals. He has touched lives beyond our recognition and his influence will be felt for generations. Thank you, Don, for your example of love of life and love for others.

Elizabeth, Beau, Edie Caldwell

September 6, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Sandi Nadon

September 6, 2012

Mike & Kathy, Jake & Natalie- Paul & I are so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray God will hold your hearts in his hand & give you peace.

Kassie Tipton

September 5, 2012

Unc was a man that found light and humor in everyday life. A true inspiration to all those around him. Love and prayers to all my family. He will be missed.

Sandi Peternel

September 4, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie Rodgers

September 4, 2012

Our deepest condolences to you and your families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Terry and Debbie Rodgers

September 4, 2012

Dad and Grandpa,
We love and miss you and know you will take care of things up there. Don't play too many practical jokes on "the big guy".
With much love,
Tony, Roxanne and Thom

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