Donald Robert North

Donald Robert North, age 81, passed away on Monday morning, July 14, 2025, at his home in Tooele, Utah.

Don was born December 23, 1943, in Malad, Idaho to Amy Catherine Robbins and Arnold Ray North.

He was raised in Stone, Idaho and graduated from Malad High School.

He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. Where he and his troops were sprayed directly with agent orange. He suffered many health problems due to this.

When he came home from the the service, he continued working for the Tooele Army Depot, for 29 years. He then opened a floral shop, drove school buses in Tooele, Utah. He also worked for Cargyle Salt Plant for 11 years.

Don was a people person, talking to old friends, neighbors and strangers. He loved hunting, fishing, woodworking and anything he could create with his hands. He had every tool you could imagine and had it all organized to his liking.

We would like to thank those who came to visit at the care center. A very special thank you to Rich and Patti Vance Nomandin for 3 to 4 visits a week. Rich is an angel on this Earth, for all of his care for Don, wheelchair rides outside, working his arms, legs and visits between friends.

Don is survived by his brothers: Dean (Celine) North, Gordon (Carol) North: his loving wife of 12 years, Rosalie North. His 2 children: Donald R North, Jr., and daughter Deanna North. Step-children: Janica Williams, Shaun Nay, Andrea Leyba (Mike), Brittani Nay (Doug Block) and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents, infant son Dennis and brother
Gary North.

A Gathering of family and friends will be held on July 31, at the Eagles Nest, Building 1005, Tooele Army Depot, Tooele, Utah 84074 from 6-8 PM. At 7 PM his last ride compliments of his stepdaughter: Andrea Leyba & “The Belles” Ladies Motorcycle Group.

Also a Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 1-4 PM at the LDS Church in Snowville, Utah.

Online condolences and memories may be shared at DaltonHoopes.com 435-884-3031