1944 - 2024
1944 - 2024
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He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Anita, 4 siblings, 10 nieces and nephews and 21 grand-nephews & nieces.
Donald graduated from the University of North Dakota with a degree in Business Administration.
He served as an officer in the U.S. Army as a Ranger. His military career included a tour in Vietnam.
After attaining the degree of Master of Business Administration in International Management from Thunderbird American Graduate School of International Management, Donald launched a successful international business career. Following retirement from international business, he opened his own practice as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP).
Don was a special person, bigger than life, with a great sense of humor and a story for everything. He was known for being well-liked, happy, and congenial with a positive attitude. Don found joy wherever he turned. His generosity touched the lives of many people through numerous helpful gestures of kindness & caring.
In 2000 Donald gave a gift of life by donating one of his kidneys to his eldest sister.
He was a strong supporter & benefactor of the members of the military & always had time to help a fellow veteran.
Donations can be made in Donald’s memory to the following charities:
NPH USA
Marines’ Memorial Association & Foundation
Individuals donating to the fund can go to our website at: www.mmaf1946.org , use the make a donation button and input Donald Stranik name under the: This is a gift in memory or honor of someone section.
A Link to donation page is the following: https://ourmission.marinesmemorial.org/site/Donation2?3300.donation=form1&df_id=3300&mfc_pref=T&s_src=header_button
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2067 1st St W, Dickinson, ND 58601
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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