Don attended Harpswell schools and graduated from Brunswick High School. He then moved to Florida for a few years before returning home to work in the family business. For many years he worked for Brunswick Coal and Lumber. In 1986, Don helped establish and operate Dolphin Marina Transport as well as haul boats up and down the East Coast.
Beyond all else, Don was a devoted father. First and foremost, his children were his priority in life, providing and supporting them in every aspect.
He enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing and boating on Casco Bay. He never passed up an opportunity to jump in his truck or on his motorcycle for a road trip.
Surviving are his daughter Kimberly Holovach, sons Joshua and Cameron Saxton, grandparents Robert and Lorraine Suckow, sister Sharon Saxton, brother Bill Saxton, grandchildren Brittany Colburn, Amanda, Brandi and John Holovach, Ainsley Saxton and eight nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
A memorial service will be held in late spring.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, 383 U.S. Route 1, Suite C, Scarborough, ME 04074.
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