Donald "Don" L Daberkow

Donald "Don" Daberkow, 89, of Grand Island, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Visitation will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at All Faiths Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, with Pastor Jeffrey Pedersen officiating. Don will be laid to rest at Grand Island City Cemetery, where military honors will be rendered by the U.S. Army and Veterans Honor Guard. A luncheon will be served at the church. All Faiths Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Don was born on December 5, 1935, on the family farm outside of Grand Island to Julius and Christine (Gerlach) Daberkow. He graduated from Grand Island Senior High School in 1953. On January 14, 1955, Don enlisted in the United States Army, serving during the final phase of the Korean War. He was honorably discharged on January 11, 1957, earning the Good Conduct Medal for his service. On November 14, 1959, Don married Carol Mae Senkbeil. Together, they built their home on the family farm and were blessed with four children. One of Don's greatest joys was watching his children and grandchildren participate in sports and various activities. He often expressed his pride in their accomplishments during family gatherings. Don took immense pride in his work as a farmer, dedicating his life to caring for his cattle and cultivating the land that had been in his family for generations. His love for farming began at an early age, inspired by his father. Over the years, Don also nurtured his passion for restoring antique and vintage cars, curating a cherished collection. Although he slowed down in recent years, Don still found joy in combining corn, baling hay, and working the land. He valued his friendships, enjoyed his Tuesday night bowling league, and faithfully supported his kids' 4-H livestock projects. Don was also a devoted member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Cherishing his memory are his children, Lori (Jeffrey) Cameron, Leslie (Douglas) Johnson, Traci Daberkow, and Kurt (Patricia) Daberkow; 11 grandchildren, Clay (Jennifer) Cameron, Connor Cameron, Courtney Cameron, Carly Cameron, Dr. Morgan (Kyle) Ayers, Taylor (Jack) Rogalla, Spencer Johnson, Phoebe Johnson, Dr. Kelsey Daberkow, Blake Daberkow, and Brett Daberkow; and 4 great-grandchildren, Brooks Rogalla, Cameron Rogalla, Miles Cameron, and Kennedy Ayers. He is also survived by his brother, Stan (Julie) Daberkow, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Christine and Julius; his beloved wife of 64 years, Carol; and his sisters, Donna Larson and Phyllis Dryer. Live streaming of the funeral service can be found at www.stpaulsgi.com at the time of the service.

Donald "Don" L Daberkow

December 5, 1935 - March 5, 2025

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