Donald Wayne Windell
Donald Wayne Windell
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Donald was born in Spokane, Washington, on June 16, 1933, to parents Clarence Andrew Windell and Marjorie Agnus (McDuffie) Windell. He graduated from Weatherwax High School in 1952 and then went on to attend Washington State College, from which he graduated in 1957 and was a member of the Phi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. On January 18, 1964, he married Sandra Womack in Castle Rock, Washington.
He was a lifelong owner of Grays Harbor Stamp in Aberdeen before finally retiring in 2003. He was a member of the Aberdeen Elks since 1957 and performed in their concert band for over 53 years, playing the French horn. He also played with the Grays Harbor Symphony for over 50 years, and a Scoutmaster for the Aberdeen Boy Scout Troop Number 2 for
3 years. He loved travelling around the United States and Canada in his RV, as well.
Donald is survived by his wife, Sandra Windell; daughter Colleen Eigsti of Vancouver, Washington; son Paul Windell of Phoenix, Arizona; as well as three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Marjorie Windell; brother Robert Windell; and sister Marilyn Brennan.
Donations can be made in memory of Donald to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Harrison Family Mortuary.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Rich LaRosa
March 14, 2026
I was sorry to learn of Mr. Windell's passing. He has always been 'Mr. Windell' to me as he was my Scoutmaster. We used to have our meetings in the basement of St. Mary's Church. I was so happy to be able to spend some time with him at Mike's Celebration of Life last year. This family has been a big part of my life, starting in grade school. I know 4 generations, matched only by my blood relatives. My thoughts are very much with you all this afternoon.
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