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A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Don was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn (Lapierre) Morse, who passed on January 24, 2007. Married on September 12, 1960, they shared a lifetime of adventures together. Don carrier her memory everywhere –quite literally-by tattooing her name on j=his ankle.
He was a loving father to four sons and their families: Donald F. III and Angela, Roger P., and Linday, Timothy M. and Lora, and Dallas L. and Bethany. He also remained very close with Wendy Morse Baldwin and Ted Baldwin and Lisa Morse and Scott Berry.
Don was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in fishing, hunting, and trapping. He also had a deep love for old westerns and baseball. His adventurous spirit led him to travel extensively with Carolyn, creating cherished memories along the way.
Proudly serving in the U.S. Air force from 1957 to 1960, Don carried a deep sense of duty and patriotism throughout his life.
He is survived by his siblings: Ginnie Jordan, Philip Morse, and Wayne Morse. His legacy lives on through his grandchildren: Donald F. IV, Brittany and Brett Saucier, Roger and Tracy Morse, Danielle and Ian Geib, Michael Kendrick, Ryan Morse, Taylor Morse, Kingston Morse, and Nathan Morse. He also leaves behind great-grandchildren Kelsi and Alexis Saucier, Jack and Owen Geib, and Luke and Penelope Morse.
A private burial will be held for his four sons.
In lieu of gifts, donations may be made to his home for the last few years, Southridge Rehabilitation, 10 May Street, Biddeford, ME 04005, or last few days, Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 11 Hunnewell Road, Scarborough, ME 04074. In both facilities, he received exceptional care and love from all staff.
Don will be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
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