Entered God's loving arms and joined his beloved wife, Helen (nee Wonders), on Wednesday, September 24, 2014, age 91 years. Supportive and loving father of Cynthia (Gary) Hammer, Edward (Christine), Donna (Dennis) Schmidt, Gary and the late Robert Chandler. Proud grandfather of Kristi (Daniel) Martinez, Kerri Glynn, Rebecca, Marcella, Mary Elizabeth and Andrew Chandler, Philip and Natalie Schmidt. Cherished great-grandpa of Kyle and Anna Martinez; Max and Lucy Glynn. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Jeanette Chandler of Iron Mountain, MI; brothers, Edward "Bill" and Russell (Pat) Chandler; and sisters, LaVonne (Ralph) Goodwin and Kathleen (Carl) Kazianka. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Don was an avid golfer, hunter and recreational pilot. He enjoyed boating on the Menominee River at his beloved family cottage where he spent many special times with his family over the years. After serving as a pilot in the US Air Force, Don became a tool and die maker and designer and owned Astro Tool and Die in Cudahy for many years. Above all, Don was a devoted family man who gave generously of his time and talent. He will be greatly missed.
Visitation at the Funeral Home Saturday, September 27, 2014, 9:00-11:00 AM, Funeral Service at 11:00 AM. Private interment Woodlawn Cemetery. If desired, memorials to the Hunger Task Force or to the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight of Wisconsin are appreciated.
Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home Bay View Chapel 3275 So. Howell Ave. 414-483-2322