Donald James Alexander

Also known as "Don"

26 November 19472 June 2022

Donald ( Don) James Alexander will be in our hearts forever.

Loving son to Doreen and Joe and Robert, Flo and Walter, husband to Iris, father to Dwayne and Marilyn and Kate and Stuart grandfather to Courtney, Chelsea, Jade and Tayla.

Longtime friends with Reg and Mary, Irene and Alan, brother to Cherry, Colin, Tish and Lesley, uncle to Brandon and Cameron and Charissa and Tammany, friend to many.

Donald’s eternal positive energy touched everyone he met. His “larger than life” presence will be felt forever by those who’s lives he entered.

His deep love for his wife and family was the centre of his life. Don and Iris where happily married for more than 53 years.

He was drawn to travel and adventure which saw him live happily in South Africa, UK and New Zealand.

He also travelled extensively within each of his home countries. And was always planning something around family.

Donald is remembered as the best husband, father and grandfather but also accomplished artist, guitar player, master chef / entertainer and writer.

Donald loved the outdoors, nature, kayaking on any water mass including rivers, lakes and the ocean.

Donald’s message to all his family and friends is to live your life as there is no tomorrow.

Enjoy today

Funeral service held at Dil's Funeral Services Hibiscus Coast

Tributes

Dear Iris, the day you sent Don's details for a job we had advertised ,was the best day. More than an employee, Don was ever cheerful,wise and always good for a laugh. I will never forget his method for measuring mini skirts....He was unique... you,and his family , were everything in life to him...and he stood as a great example of what to love and be loved meant. I know you all will struggle to fill the hole in your hearts at this time, but remember...he has only slipped into another room, and you will feel his love forever. Many,many thanks Peter and Rosanna Wheeler...and all the staff from Barringtons.

peter wheeler

Donald along with Iris and Colin you have always been in my thoughts and prayers you were always a terrific friend and a great father as well as the wisest man I know . Iris be strong I will always love you All my condolences and love to the family.

Les Perry

Dear Iris & Family I will never forget Donald and I will always think of the times Alan and I were with Iris & Don and the stupid things we used to laugh about. Donald had a real sense of humour and could always put a smile on our faces and that is how I want to remember him. Be Strong xx Lots of love Irene

Irene Knapp

Dearest Alexander Family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of Donald. We will always remember Donald as a wonderful Husband, Father and Brother. As a family we will treasure the memories we enjoyed with Donald. He was a special Brother and he had a wonderful sense of humour which made him a remarkable person. It was a privilege knowing Donald. May his soul rest in peace. we will always love and miss you Donald. God Bless Colin, Tish and Family

Colin And Tish Perry
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