Donald was born in Janesville, Wisconsin on December 3, 1928, the son of Wallace and Mabel (Hill) Winslow. Don grew up and attended school in and around Davenport, Iowa. In 1945, he enlisted in the United States Marines and was stationed in Guam as part of the post World War II occupation. Later Don was stationed at Portsmouth Naval Base in Maine, where he met and later married Edna Noyes in 1950. When the Korean War broke out, Don was at Camp Pendleton in California where he gained the experience that provided the foundation for his life-long career in accounting. In 1951, he moved to Miles City where he began his career in accounting and raised his family of four children. Don was one of our nation´s first long-distance learners, as he earned his college degree from Augustana College in Iowa which led him to becoming a Certified Public Accountant. Don was a managing partner of Rowland, Thomas & Company until he founded Don Winslow & Associates in 1977 and remained active in his practice until the time of his death, even taking courses to renew his CPA license at 80 years old. Don married Doris Sanderson in 1981 in Miles City, Montana.
Don was an active member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Montana Society of Certified Public Accountants. He was also the manager and president of Inter-Marketing, Inc., which he and Doris operated from their home. Don was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Al Beedo Shriners International, Town and Country Club, VFW, and the Miles City Jaycees. He served on the Eastern Montana Fair Board and was a Deacon of the Emmanuel Episcopal Church.
Don loved to golf, fish and garden. His love of fly fishing took him often to his favorite river spot - "Yancey´s Hole" in Yellowstone National Park. He had deep pride in his gladiola and rose gardens. Don was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes football fan.
Don is survived by his wife, Doris Winslow of Miles City, MT; a son, Daniel (Emily) Winslow of Wichita Falls, TX; three daughters: Donna (James) Jone's of Chicago Heights, IL; Sarah (Roman) Mueller of New Prague, MN; and Mary (Clark) Kosty of Kent, WA; two step sons: Bill (Cheryl) Sanderson of Bellaire, TX and Jim (Kim) Sanderson of Hillsboro, OR; two step daughters: Susan Sanderson of Miles City, MT; and Nancy (Doug) Iversen of Billings, MT; 8 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Betty May Winslow Jackson.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2011 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 14, 2011 at 2:30 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Eastern Montana State Veteran´s Cemetery with full military honors provided by VFW Post 1579.
Don´s family would like to extend their deep appreciation to WEL-Home Health and hospice for their compassionate care of Don. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one´s choice.
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
17:00 to 19:00
Thursday October 13, 2011
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
14:30
Friday October 14, 2011
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday October 14, 2011
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Family Receive Friends
17:00 to 19:00
Thursday October 13, 2011
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Funeral Service
14:30
Friday October 14, 2011
Stevenson Funeral Home-Miles City
1717 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Friday October 14, 2011
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
259 Cemetery Road
Miles City, MT 59301
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Bruce Oyen says
Dear Doris,
I am so sorry that you lost Don. I enjoyed my visits with you both. You were fine neighbors. May the good Lord give you and your family comfort at this time of sorrow.
Jessica (grand daughter) says
Grandpa you will be missed. Our memories, adventures, and your famous stories will not be forgotten.
Thank you to every one that provided loving care for our grandfather, father, husband & friend.
In loving memory,
Jessica
Sarah Mueller (daughter) says
I miss you, Daddy. So glad you are at perfect peace. You will always be in my heart.
With love,
Sarah Jane
Laurel, Larry, Tom, Mary, Ken, Rose, Ron, Joan says
We have fond and everlasting memories of some great times with Don he will be missed.
B Dean Holmes (Mayor) says
we might not have been the worlds best bowlers but we were always there…. love to all the family
Jim Smrcka says
Don was always such a professional. I enjoyed every meeting I ever had with him bot professional and personal. I enjoyed his positive style.
Jack and Carol Bailey says
We just heard about Don. His family has our sincerest symapathy. Don was with us as our trusted accountant for over 50 years.
We have missed him more than you know since his retirement. Don was a good man.
Karen Morris says
Mary and family,
I do not believe you can ever really be ready to lose a parent–regardless of how prepared you might think you are. No other loss really compares. My deepest sympathy goes out to you. You are in my prayers. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you.
Karen
Terri Jardine Schmidt says
I am so sorry for the loss of your father, grandfather and husband. I know it has been a roller coaster ride for you that has not been a fun one. Please know you are in the hearts and thoughts of many. If there is anything at all that we can do, please let us know.
Donna (daughter) says
I love you Dad. Every person needs love and to know the value of their human existence. I have known every day of my life that you loved me, that you loved your children so very much. I will never forget the yearly story of my birth, and the yearly Mother’s Day calls you made when I became the mother of your grandchildren. What fun you were. May you rest in peace. I’m counting on you to keep looking after us!
Terri Decker says
With deepest sympathy for your loss, Terri
Corina D Venable says
Doris and family,
I am saddened to hear of Don’s passing. He is one of the good guys for sure. I have always admired the way he welcomed everyone into his home and heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Much love to you all. Corina
Marcia (Laird) Barry says
Doris,
So sorry to hear about Don. You and your family are in our thoughts. I’m sure your neighbor (aka my mom) will be over to visit and you can always “drop in” on her too.
Mike and Linda Wyse says
Doris and family; Our deepest sympathy, Don was a very pleasant man. Always had time to talk never in a hurry. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Norma Jean Kosty says
May you find comfort in your memories.
Love and prayers to all of you.
Norma Jean Kosty
Shannon Dowse says
To all of Don’s family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you all during this difficult time. I enjoyed the time I spent with Don and he will not be forgotten.
Sandy Mentikov Shelton says
So sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.