Donald Elston Obituary

Donald Edward (Duck) Elston, 80, Ocala, FL, passed away on September 9, 2024, in Ocala, FL.
Don was born in Etna, ME, to Osvil and Florence (Garland) Elston on July 10, 1944. He went to
high school at Newport High School and graduated in 1962. Upon graduation, he entered the
U.S. Navy and worked as a Dental Technician for 6 years. After the Navy, he worked at Pratt and
Whitney in East Hartford, CT, for 20 years as a machinist. In 1989, he relocated to Florida and
worked for Grimes Aerospace/Honeywell for the next 10 years. His last job was with Marion
County as a Recycling Coordinator for 17 years. Upon retirement, he enjoyed his summers in
Maine, spending time with his family, hockey, the Boston Red Sox, NASCAR, fishing, and
Budweiser – not necessarily in that order.
Don is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Karen, his son Michael, and wife, Wendy of Palm
Harbor, FL, his son Donald Elston and wife Patti of Holly Springs, NC, and Karen (KK) Kimball of
Ocala, FL. He is also survived by his grandchildren Allison Barrows, Andrew Elston, Ian Elston,
Kiersten Kimball, and Scotty Kimball, as well as many wonderful nieces, nephews, great-nieces,
and numerous other loving relatives. He is predeceased by his grandson, Eric Elston, his sister,
Muriel Shaw and his parents, Osvil and Florence.
A celebration of his life will be held on September 14 with a private gathering of family and
close friends. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the organization of your choice.