Donald Arthur Dane

Donald Arthur Dane obituary, Melbourne, FL

Donald Arthur Dane

Donald Dane Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 22, 2022.
Donald Arthur Dane, loving husband and father passed away Tuesday October 11th. Born and raised in Esperance NY, he never stopped yearning to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Schoharie Creek. His legacy is a life well lived. An Air Force Veteran, he was also an Engineering Planner for Harris Corporation in Melbourne FL. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Kathleen, 2 daughters, Lisa (Eric), Beth (Jeff), three loving grandchildren (Stephanie, Shannon, Jeffrey), and brother Tom (Karen.)

His passions included fishing, cooking, reading and spending quality time with his family. His quick wit and jovial laugh will never be forgotten. He is forever our Hero.

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