Donald Eugene Dowe Sr. of Harmony, MN passed away on November 30, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  Don’s body was donated per his request, to the Mayo Clinic to assist with research and education. Don always felt that organ donation was extremely important since he had been given the gift of life 21 years ago due to a kidney transplant. Due to his transplant, he could not be a donor to help other lives so he wanted to do his part through research and education. There will be a “Celebration of Life” at a later date next summer for everyone who was touched by Don in their lives.

Don was born in McHenry, IL on Sept. 19, 1934 to Herman and Pauline Dowe.  He graduated McHenry High School and spent four years in the United States Air Force as a dental technician.  After his service to his country, Don married Betty Lou Keenan from Pompano Beach, FL on Sept. 13, 1958. Don attended Illinois Wesleyan-Bloomington where he received his Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology.  He continued his education at the University of Illinois, where he received his Master of Social Work degree.

You can read the Edmonton Journal obituary here.