Donald Downer Obituary
We are sad to announce that on September 30, 2024, at the age of 88, Donald Downer of Sperry, Iowa, born in Burlington, Iowa passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Donald may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Maxwell D. Downer and Geneva Downer (Mester); his wife Mary June Housman; and his brother Maxwell D. Downer Jr.. He is survived by: his children, Kevin Downer (Suzanne) of Burlington, Doug Downer (Susan) of Florida and Melody Berenger (Duane). He is also survived by six grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 4th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Burlington Memorial Park (10993 115th Ave, Burlington, IA 52601).
A memorial has been established in his memory for Des Moines County Animal Shelter.
