Donald John Logan – Dec. 26, 1932 – Nov. 7, 2026

Donald John Logan passed away Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 at the age of 93. Don was born in Chicago, Illinois on Dec. 26, 1932 to John and Pearl Logan. He attended St. Mel’s Catholic School and graduated in 1950. After high school, he enlisted and proudly served in the US Air Force as an A1C on the B-36 “Peacemaker ” until his honorable discharge in April 1956. In 1955, while serving in the Air Force, on a blind date, he was introduced to the love of his life, Sarilyn Sue Coles. They were married in July 1956 in Fort Worth before relocating to Chicago. After Don graduated from college, they returned to Fort Worth when he accepted a position with Convair. He went on to have a long and successful career with General Dynamics / Lockheed Martin, retiring on Dec. 31, 1996. Don and Sarilyn were blessed with three sons: Michael Eugene (born June 1960), James John (born December 1962), and Patrick Lorne (born July 1964). Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He enjoyed working on cars, camping, boating, and playing Mexican Train dominoes with family and friends. He was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Fort Worth. Don was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Sarilyn; his oldest son, Michael Eugene; and his daughter-in-law, Billie Jean Smith. He is survived by his two sons, James (Kari) and Patrick (Tracie); six grandchildren: Stephanie (Dustin), Sarilyn (Chris), Taylor(Jennifer), Trevor (Elizebeth), Matthew (Adam), and Joshua; six great-grandchildren: Lexi, Kale, Kiercy, Korbyn, Kaiya, and Oliver; and one great-great-granddaughter, Milly. The family extends their sincere thanks to Mary, Ashley, and Stacy with American Homecare Solutions, as well as the Vitas Hospice team, for their compassionate care. A Memorial Service will be held at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery on Tuesday, Nov. 24, at 10:00 AM.