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Donald Karl Van Buren

Jul. 4, 1936 – Dec. 19, 2022

Don Van Buren (who we lovingly call Papa) passed at home peacefully and started his adventure to heaven to join the love of his life, Barbara, on Mon., Dec. 19. If it would have been his choice, Papa would have gone with her 7 years ago, but he was too healthy until age-related issues finally caught up with him at 86 years old. As a family, we are thankful Papa is at peace and at home with his bride.

Don was born Jul. 4, 1936, in Ritzville, Wash., to Karl and Esther (Buscher) Van Buren. He was the middle child, with an older sister, Mil...