Mr. Donald K. Marlowe

Donald K. Marlowe, 98, a dedicated 22-year veteran of the United States Army, passed away peacefully Monday, March 9, 2026, at the Alice Center in Malone surrounded by his family. He served his country with distinction during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, retiring in 1971 after faithful and honorable service that spanned multiple decades and continents. Some of these travels included Japan, Germany, Korea, Vietnam and Rome, Italy. He was awarded the Bronze Star along with a number of other distinguished decorations and citations. Donald was a life member of the American Legion and Amvets.

Born June 3, 1927 at home in Teboville, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Lydia Marlowe.

On December 14, 1957, Donald married the love of his life, Yasuko Marlowe, (Masubuchi), in Tokyo, Japan, a union that lasted through decades of shared adventures and quiet moments. Donald and Yasuko built a close-knit family, including their adopted family, Ray and Jean Otis of Teboville and their four daughters, Sue Otis-Durham of Albany, Pamela Otis-Fleury of Lyon Mountain, Ginger Otis-Perry of Teboville and Gwynne Otis-Reid of Teboville, whom they cherished as their own. He took great pride in these family bonds, offering guidance, love and unwavering presence.

He was predeceased in death by his beloved wife, Yasuko Marlowe on October 9, 2002, his parents and six siblings, Francis, Lawrence, Marion, Grace, Joseph (Jo-Jo) and Dorothy; step-father Sylvenus Bachand and children, Joseph and Elsie. He is survived by his adopted family, Ray and Jean Otis and their four daughters, along with many extended relatives and friends.

Donald loved spending time with family and friends riding ATV/Tractors on the trails he created over several decades on his property. He loved the great outdoors and being in the woods.

Calling hours will be Wednesday, March 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Mary-Murphy-Wilcox Funeral Home with graveside service to immediately follow at Notre Dame Cemetery in Malone.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the North Country, Malone.