Donald Ray Lancaster

Donald Ray Lancaster obituary, Springtown, TX

Donald Ray Lancaster

Donald Lancaster Obituary

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Donald Ray (Don) Lancaster, 92, passed away peacefully, Friday, June 7, 2024 at his home in Springtown, surrounded by his family. Don was born January 1, 1932 in Kennedale to Paul and Birdie (Sitchler) Lancaster. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Lancaster and son, Michael. Don's parents moved to Springtown when he was four years old and settled the family farm where Don grew up and lived the rest of his life. He attended Azle High School graduating in 1950. Shortly after he married the love of his life Betty, and they were married for 42 years. Don served proudly in the Army during the Korean War and later owned a waste management company for many years. He was a kind and gentle man with a strong work ethic. Don loved to take trips with Betty in their motorhome. Don is survived by his son, Steve Lancaster and wife Melody; grandchildren, Steven and wife Krista Lancaster, Michael Lancaster, Colton Lancaster and wife Brittany and Shawna; great-grandchildren, Chistopher, Zane, and James, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

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Alexander's Midway Funeral Home - Springtown

3607 E Highway 199, Springtown, TX 76082

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June 19, 2024

Kim Shelton posted to the memorial.

June 8, 2024

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Kim Shelton

June 19, 2024

Steve ,
Lawrence Glenn still talked fondly about working for your dad!!!! I´m sorry to hear he passed! Love and prayers!!!

Bruce & Linda

June 8, 2024

Steve and family
We are saddened to hear of Don´s passing. We loved him and never doubted he loved us because he often told us so.
We have lots of sweet memories as I know you all do. He was a wonderful man.
May God comfort you and family .
Bruce and Linda Cowan. Odessa, Texas

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