Donald was born on June 24, 1931 to Myrtle (Wolf) and Clifford Phillips in Winner, SD. Donald attended Banner Grade School in northern Tripp County until the fourth grade. He then attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from Winner High School in 1949.
His parents moved from Banner Township to Todd County in 1949. Donald lived with his parents in Todd County until 1951 when he joined the army. He served for two years. After being honorably discharged, he returned to Todd County and became partners with his father on the family’s ranch.
He married Mary Lou Dougherty in 1955. To this union six sons were born. In 1962 they moved to the Ideal community. They made their home on the Bill Wohlleber place. Don liked cattle, but his heart was in farming. Don milked cows for over 40 years on the farm that he loved. He was a substitute mail carrier for 20 years.
Don is remembered as a quiet, loving and attentive husband, father, and grandfather. Even though he suffered a life-altering medical event at the age of 65, Don remained a vital part of his family and is dearly loved.
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