Donald Felker

Passed away on September 21, 2016. He was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on May 31, 1932. He received his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and a master's degree from George Washington University. He married Ann Habley on December 21, 1957. He proudly served as an officer in the Air Force and the Navy, retiring after a successful career as a Captain in the Naval Reserves. He also had a lengthy, successful career with the Bell Atlantic Telephone Companies. He was a man of many passions. Foremost was his passion for his family to include his wife, children and grandchildren. He also had a great passion for classical music and served as a Church organist during his high school and college years. Finally, he had a passion for collecting and restoring antiques. Throughout his life, all enjoyed his sense of humor. He is survived by his loving family of his wife, Ann; his children, Bradford, Douglas and Susan; and his grandchildren, Lara, Beth, Clara, Stephanie, Michael, Kurt, Eric and Brian. A private service for the family will be held on Monday, September 26. Per his and his wife's wishes, his final resting place will be in Mendon, Michigan with services at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fisher House Organization under the tribute section of the following website: www.fisherhouse.org Murphy Funeral Home Falls Church, VA