DONALD LONDO

Don was born Jan. 11, 1942 in Bay City, Michigan to the late Harold and Genevieve (Jenny) Londo. On Aug. 29, 1964 he married Evelyn Bailey at St. Robert Catholic Church in Flushing, Michigan. Don was the manager for the Michigan Employment Security Commission in Alpena, Bay City, and Midland. He coached girls softball for several years, and enjoyed Cajun music. His greatest interest however was history, particularly the Civil War era. Don served on the Michigan Color Guard for the 150th anniversary at Gettysburg. He was also a member of the Sons of the Civil War Lockwood Camp #139 where he served as secretary and president. Don also authored a book on the history of Alpena Veterans of the Civil War which is awaiting publication. He was a lifetime member of the Alpena Exchange Club, and a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Don is survived by his wife; Evelyn, his children; Jon Londo, Jeannie (John) Pines, and Gary (Jennifer) Londo, his siblings; Gary (Jackie) Londo, Cathy (David) McDonald, Sharon Draves, and his grandchildren, Kael, Quinn, Brandon, and Dakota Londo.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023 at 11 a.m. at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Posen with the Rev. Art Duchnowicz as celebrant. An hour of visitation will take place prior beginning at 10 a.m. Inurnment will be at St. Casimir Catholic Church Cemetery in the spring. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of choice. McWilliams Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.