Don Crago, 73, of Sutherland, passed away on Wednesday, April 24th surrounded by his wife and family. Don was born in Baden, Pennsylvania to William and Agnes (Lucas) Crago on December 21, 1945. Don attended Penn State and was a true Nittany Lion fan throughout his life.
Don was united in marriage to Kathy (White) and to this union two children, Renée and Brian were born. Don worked for United Postal Service. His job with UPS brought him to Colorado and Nebraska. Don was married to Deb (Detlefson) and they had two children, Brandon and Julie.
Don married the love of his life Gloria Deterding and they had 29 years of a full life together. Don and Gloria lived in North Platte, Seattle, Sidney and Sutherland while Don finished his career with Union Pacific. They have enjoyed retirement while golfing and playing pool. Don took great pride in his yard and looked forward to the spring and summer seasons. They enjoyed watching their grandchildren participate in sports and various other activities.
Don will be remembered for his charisma and ability to make friends wherever he went. There were no strangers with Don. He enjoyed playing softball with UP and Co-Ed Teams. He was a member of the Eagles Club, Moose Club, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Don is survived by his wife, Gloria; children, Renée (Ken) Kennedy, Brian Crago, Brandon Crago, Julie (Andrew Dillenburg) Gholson; stepchildren, Jay Workman and Tami (Rob) Eshleman; grandchildren, David and Samantha Kennedy, Bill Crago, Kameron (Gabby) Purdy, Jake Gholson, Talon Crago, Ryan and Josh Eshleman, and Ashtin Workman; two great-grandchildren, Hemi and Jaxson Purdy; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, William and Agnes Crago; sister and brother-in-law Carol and Tony Sambol.
Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Memorials are suggested to the Eagles Club or Lake Maloney Golf Course. A Celebration of Don’s Life will be celebrated Sunday, May 5, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Eagles Club. At Don’s request cremation was chosen. Those wishing to sign Don’s memorial book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, April 26th and Monday, April 29th at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.