1949
2018
Don B. Engler, 69, passed away from pneumonia November 1, 2018 at YRMC. He was born January 3, 1949 in Las Cruces, NM and had been a Yuma attorney for 44 years, having started practicing law with Ralph Brandt in 1974.
He was the owner of the Whispering Horse Ranch across from the Marine Base and had also developed the Alarcon Shopping Center next door in 1986.
He is survived by his daughter and her family who loved him; Lauren Dennis of Yuma, husband Greg, grandsons Gregory and Marshall and recently born granddaughter, Avagail. Other important people in his life were Lisa Marie Catron, his paralegal of 21 years, Ellie Jobe, who ran the horse ranch unselfishly, his second son Brandon Catron, brother Richard Engler of Pinetop, AZ., and sister, Arlena Setterbo of Luna, NM as well as his nieces, Annie Guenin of Surprise, AZ., Laura Castro of Tucson, and nephew, Scott Castro of Flagstaff.
He was preceded in death by his son, Aaron Casey Engler, six years ago.
Per Don's request, there will be no services.
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Don was an amazing person with a generous heart. He was always there for my family. My heart breaks for Lisa & Brandon who were such a big part of his everyday routine. I'm sure my loved ones up in heaven have welcomed him with open arms. He will be sadly missed and remembered for always.❤
Natasha Wofford
November 8, 2018
God's blessings to Richard, Lauren and all of Don's family and friends who loved him. Don was one of three lawyers in the 3-man law firm I worked at when I started my long legal journey as a legal secretary/assistant back in the early 80's. He taught me well, was good to me and was a good man altogether. He will be sorely missed.
Becky Leffler (Herrera)
November 6, 2018
To the family of Don, I was so saddened to hear of the passing of this friend of mine from my jr high and high school years. We had last names that were always getting confused. Eger and Engler! We finally gave up and just told everyone we were brother and sister. Arlena, I don't know if you remember me, but we claimed the sister thing too! I was so hoping to see Don at our 50th reunion. I will always remember him! May you all hold happy memories in your hearts!
Suzi (Eger) Morse
November 6, 2018
RIP my friend
Will remember our young lawyer days in Yuma
Judge Doug Stanley
November 4, 2018
Rest In Peace my friend. We shared fun memories from Yuma High School
Cathey Jo Ferguson
Cathey Ferguson
November 4, 2018
Don was an amazing man! Our love and prayers go out to all of you who loved and cared for him so deeply!
Kathy Wyer
November 2, 2018
Never were these words truer, than with Don leaving us: "Only the Good die young " We have been so very lucky to have Don in our lives for many years, and altho we didn't get to talk often....When you called, Don was always there.....AND he TRULY cared about what you had to say or needed. Our hearts will be heavy for a long time...
Kathleen & Tony
November 2, 2018
I thought of Don as a family member after living with my sister for eight years and our visiting the ranch a couple of years back on our cross country trip of a lifetime. I really liked this man. He had a great soul that I take the time to write about. We went on a cruise together and always had lots of laughs. I am so sorry he is gone and wish his family my deepest love and condolences. Susan & Bernie Hart
Susan Hart
November 2, 2018
I've known Don since 6th grade at Post School. He was my attorney as well as my friend. He had a true gift in writing legal briefs and motions and it is my opinion that he was an excellent attorney. Please let me express my heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.
Richard Johnson
November 2, 2018
Don IS a good soul who made me feel good about myself and took the time to listen. Love and hugs to you my sweet cousin Lauren.
Kim Engler
Family
November 2, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Dons passing. I worked for him (and Richard) many years ago. They were always very good to me and I have fond memories of him and of that time in my life. My condolences to his family and friends.
Cheryl Nelson (Smith at the time).
Cheryl Nelson (Smith)
Coworker
November 2, 2018
Yuma has lost a great man who loved his community. My prayers are with all who are grieving his loss.
Marilyn Wright-Verkamman
Friend
November 2, 2018
RIP .... known you 45 years, the world won't feel the same without you in it
Alaskan Princess
November 1, 2018
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