Donald Wayne Dowell 6/01/1944 – 8/07/2025 In Loving Memory Donald Wayne Dowell passed away peacefully at his home Sunday, August 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was married to his beloved wife, Betty Dowell, for 64 years—a lasting testament to love, partnership, and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Donald Dowell and Lucy Pearl (Wendt) Dowell; two sisters, Margaret Louis and Ellen Dowell; and one brother, James Randall Dowell (Jim). Donald is survived by his devoted wife, Betty, and their loving children: Peggy Bryan, David Dowell (and his wife Michelle), and Carol Touvell (and her husband Darrin; eleven grandchildren, James Bryan & wife Courtney, Sarah Bryan, Justin Bryan, Kenneth Bryan, Katherine Kurbler & husband Christopher, Nicole Gonzalez & husband Bruno, Evie Dowell, Vanessa Allnutt & husband Kevin, Anthony Suarez, Cassandra Hebert & husband Billy, and Isabella Duran-Calderon & husband Jair; and many cherished great-grandchildren. Donald also had a special place in his heart for his adopted granddaughter, Tiffany Scott. Donald Dowell found joy in life's simple pleasures, from hiking mountains that connected him with nature to cheering on his favorite NASCAR drivers and sports teams. His life was defined by unwavering love, quiet strength, and deep devotion to his family—a legacy that continues through his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He will be remembered for his kindness and the love he gave so freely, carried forward in the stories, lessons, and cherished memories shared by those who knew and loved him. Condolences can be made at www.heritagefuneralhomellc.com/obituaries.