Donald D Lord

Donald D Lord obituary, Louisville, KY

Donald D Lord

Donald Lord Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 14, 2024.
Louisville - Retired Deputy Sheriff Donald D. ("Donnie") Lord, Jr. died November 8, 2024 at his residence. Donnie was born in Louisville, Kentucky in 1964 to Donald D. Lord, Sr. and Norma J. (Tingle) Lord. Donnie graduated from Southern High School, then joined the U.S. Army, serving from 1983-1985 in the Airborne Infantry. He worked at Cave Hill Cemetery, first as a gardener, then as security office after being sworn in as a Jefferson County Sheriff. Donnie was employed by the Jefferson County Sheriff's office from 1990 to 2010, retiring with the rank of Sargeant. He went back to the Sheriff's office after retirement, working from 2011 to 2024. Over his years of service, Donnie earned many awards and recognition. Donnie was a friend to all and never met a stranger, particularly at Cave Hill cemetery. He gave impromptu historical tours to visitors at Cave Hill having educated himself by reading books about notable Louisvillians and he had passion for Louisville history. In 2018, Donnie founded the Hungry Goose Club at Cave Hill. Donnie loved the wildlife at Cave Hill and fed the geese, squirrels and water-fowl daily. Donnie loved the black swans, Percival and Petunia and spoke of them as though they were personal human friends. Donnie studied and learned what types of food and produce were healthy for the animals to consume and never let them down, appearing at Cave Hill every day until he became too ill to drive. Donnie had a sharp wit and was quick to make a joke. Donnie will be missed by his Jefferson County Sheriff's Office family and by a legion of close friends. His parents and (3) sisters predeceased him. A grave side service for Donnie will be held at the Lord Family plot, Section 37, Lot 465, in Cave Hill Cemetery on December 7, 2024. The procession to the gravesite will commence at the Broadway entrance of Cave Hill Cemetery at 11:00 a.m.

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March 31, 2025

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December 20, 2024

Rick Dixon posted to the memorial.

December 6, 2024

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Chris Price

March 31, 2025

Here we are 5 months later & I catch myself thinking of you often. Your new tennis shoes & new gym shorts still in trunk. Don't have the heart to take them out. Miss you brother. One Love!

Rick Dixon

December 20, 2024

WILL MISS YOU Donnie, spent so many hours in the basement of the Jefferson County Court House. Will miss you very much.

Kathy Deutsch

December 6, 2024

I met Donnie when he was a Deputy at the Mags (entrance in the court house) during the night shift close to 20 yrs ago. There were people with disabilities that cleaned the building back then and Donnie took care of them like they were his children. Somehow I shared something about myself once-something that no one else would have cared about or remembered but he used that as my nickname. I went to Cave Hill once to meet him but it was either day he didn´t go or he he had already left. I am so devastated I never knew he was ill and home bound or I would have visited him. He was always so kind. I hope he will always be remembered-he left a loving legacy.

Lauren Rushing

November 18, 2024

I knew Donnie when he was a sheriff in Family Court. I have such great memories of Donnie's humor & smile. I knew it was going to be a good day. He is in heaven keeping an eye on the gates.
Lauren

David Pendleton

November 18, 2024

I grew up playing G. I. Joes and riding bikes with him,, a great Guy!!!!

Kelle Key Gaus

November 18, 2024

I grew up with Donnie and was best friends with his sister Susie, 48 years ago to be exact. One year it snowed really bad and my mom had chains on her tires but ended up sliding into the ditch, Donnie & another guy literally picked up the front of her car and got her out. I have endless memories that are mostly inappropriate but could be made into a comedy. He use to make me & Susie do army crawls in the front yard and little got on our last nerve. I enjoyed following him on Instagram and commenting on his post. Going to miss you Donnie, Love Kelle Key Gaus

Rosalind Heinz

November 18, 2024

Donnie taught me about ducks, geese, kindness and generosity. He designed the best baseball cap in the world for the Cave Hill Hungry Goose Club. Saturday mornings during the pandemic when social life was so seriously curtailed, he and his Hungry Goose Club opened up a new world for me. A world of careful, appreciative observation of nature and time spent in the serenity (well . . . except for the honking) of the lake at Cave Hill. Rest in peace, Donnie and thanks for the peace you shared.

Carol Sturm

November 17, 2024

I only met Donnie four years ago volunteering with the Cave Hill Hungry Goose Club. The side I knew was that gentle spirit which loved to hear the geese honking as the flock chased his truck over the hills of Cave Hill knowing their great friend had arrived with corn and watermellons. Oh, how you will be missed, my friend. Rest in Peace.

Mike Schook

November 16, 2024

I worked for Donnie at the Sheriff Office. He was my Sgt, always Happy joking with the Deputies at the Post. Fantastic Memories of him. RIP Donnie.

David Bakos

November 15, 2024

When we was teenagers we was hanging out on the corner but not Don he was jogging in a plastic suit trying to lose weight b/c he wanted to be a Police Officer I always respected that. RIP Don

Cathy horn

November 15, 2024

RIP Donnie I grew up with Donnie in the same neighborhood The Smiths

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Nichole DuBose

November 15, 2024

I met Donnie when I started in the IT department and hat a kind soul and fun personality. My prayers and blessings to all friends and family. He will surely be missed. May your souls be at peace B.D.

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Nicholas Zirnheld

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Jessica Moore

November 14, 2024

What a wonderful man. So nice and always willing to help anywhere. Rest in peace friend - Judge Jessica Moore

Ron Moser

November 14, 2024

Donnie and I worked together at the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office back in the 90's. I saw him again at Cave Hill and he was feeding the ducks and swans. Donnie was so funny talking to ducks. Thoughts and prayers are with Donnie's family and friends. Rest in peace my friend.

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Susan Dewitt

November 14, 2024

So sad, rest in peace Donnie. He was always so funny and always loved to chat. Sometimes people go to a dark place and can´t get out. You had a great wit and a wonderful smile. God Bless your Family, you will never be forgotten by your brothers and sister.

David Tindall

November 14, 2024

I´ve know Donnie for over two decades. He was always ready for the chance to give out his patented Nick names . I know Richard the goose was happy to see him at heavens gate. Miss you buddy!

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