Donald Joseph Makowske

Donald Joseph Makowske obituary

Donald Joseph Makowske

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2739 Stinson Boulevard NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418

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2739 Stinson Boulevard NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418

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Donald Makowske Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 26, 2025.
Makowske, Donald J. Age 93, of St. Anthony Village, died on Sept. 24. Preceded in death by brothers, Walter, Edward, Chester, LeRoy and sister, Gladys Mako. Survived by wife, Judy; sons, Christopher (Heather) and Daniel; daughters, Margaret and Kate (Bryce) Purchase; grandchildren, Isabella (Nick) Zarras, Charles and Joseph Makowske and brother, Roger. Following four years in the US Navy, Don worked as a graphic designer for over 50 years. After retirement he drove a school bus. Memorials are preferred for church vocations to Serra International; ProLife Across America and St. Charles Borromeo School Endowment. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Thursday, October 2nd at Church of St. Charles Borromeo, 2739 Stinson Blvd., St. Anthony. Visitation one hour prior to Mass in the CHURCH ATRIUM. Interment St. Anthony Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

2

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Church of St. Charles Borromeo

2739 Stinson Boulevard NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418

Send Flowers

Oct

2

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Church of St. Charles Borromeo

2739 Stinson Boulevard NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418

Send Flowers

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.