Donald M McAllister

Donald M McAllister obituary, Phoenix, AZ

Donald M McAllister

Donald McAllister Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Best Funeral Services Peoria on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Donald Marvin McAllister, 88, of Goodyear, AZ, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025. He was born on July 21, 1937, in Warwick, RI to Robert McAllister and Dorothy Baines. Donald was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. Donald was preceded in death by his first wife Marialuisa McAllister, Second wife Linda McAllister, mother and father Robert and Dorothy, and brother Charles McAllister. He dedicated his career to the United States Postal Service where he started as a mail carrier and retired as a supervisor. Donald was active with the American Legion and served as the treasurer for his local post. He loved to travel, visit family and collect coins. He was also a huge fan of the Arizona Cardinals and Diamondbacks.
Donald is survived by his daughter Tanya Cady and husband Chris, son John McAllister, and grandchildren Colin and Connor Cady. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Donald M McAllister, please visit our Tree Store.

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