Donald B. "Don" Willey
September 22, 1946 ~ September 9, 2021
Donald B. “Don” Willey, 74, was born on September 22, 1946, and passed away September 9, 2021. A service will be held at a later date. Don was preceded in death by parents, Donald L. and Marjorie Willey, and brother, Michael Willey. Survivors include his wife, Aloma; daughters, Donjia A. Molstad (Erick) and Dina R. Ross (Darrin); brother, Jim Willey; sister, Candace Stewart (Richard); grandchildren, Tabitha Gorges, Zakry and Emmylia Molstad, Tucker, Sawyer and Porter Ross, and numerous loved nieces and nephews. In 1969, Don met Aloma while working for the Cornhusker Army Ammunition Plant in Grand Island, Nebraska. Don worked as an engineer, and Aloma worked in the shipping department. In 1970, they moved to Salina, Kansas, and then to Wichita, Kansas, in 1975, where they remained and raised two daughters. They were married for 51 years. He attended the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and remained a devout fan of all Husker sports. Don was a Utilities Salesman for Kriz Davis Company Wholesale Electrical Suppliers from the age of 23 until his retirement in 2005. After retirement, they moved to Cheney and Don went back to work. He did mowing for Cherry Oaks Golf Course, a job that he loved dearly. Don was a founding member of Garden Plain Community Church, Garden Plain, Kansas. His other accomplishments included attaining Eagle Scouts status in high school; served in the Army National Guard for six years, and served on the Planning Commission for the City of Cheney, Kansas. Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. His hobbies and passions were playing the stock market, Corvettes, and Harley motorcycles. He mentored many young people and attended all of his grandchildren’s activities when he could. His devotion to his family prompted him to purchase a yearly family trip to Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, Missouri, for all of his family to gather at once a year. Memorials to Garden Plain Community Church, 230 Section Line Road, Garden Plain, KS 67050 and the American Heart Association, 1861 N. Rock Road, #380, Wichita, KS 67206. Arrangements by Downing & Lahey Mortuary West.
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So many wonderful memories spent with our families through a few great years in GP. The willey in the garage, the Coca Cola memorabilia in the basement, watching Savannah smiles on that larger than life tv, a warm kitchen with a loving family, donjas boots and dina’s laugh. Aloma, you made the most warm home and I loved the activity of your crafting room. You were all a wonderful part of growing up and I’m so very sorry that this day came for Don too soon. May he Rest In Peace and the stories you share over the next stage of grief comfort you and bring you peace. He was a good man and I know he looks down with love to all of you. I hope that big cedar tradition lives on and that you all know how much you’re loved, Starla
Aloma, La Donna and I are saddened to learn of Don’s passing. Many good times together at business functions but always friendly and social and enjoyable. At great person and a tribute to our industry. May he rest in peace.
My families condolences to Aloma and family. We enjoyed many good times!
John Bardin Don was the best man I ever met in my Life. He was a Prince at everything he did. He was a true friend
My heart goes out to Aloma and the other member of Don’s family at his passing. Don and my husband Darwin made some good memories together. I did not know he had worked at the golf course in Cheney, a spot favored by my husband. Please know that I wish all of you well as you adjust to that big hole in your family circle. Karen Lowery, Georgetown, Texas
Rest Donald, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Army National Guard.