passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Loving son of the late Robert and Mildred Lash (nee Blackwell); devoted father of Kelly and Cody Lash and their mother Deborah Lash; beloved grandfather of Aubrey and Allison Logan; dearest brother of Randolf (the late Marlene) and the late Gary (Sandy) Lash; dear uncle of Shannon and Brian Lash; our dear cousin and friend of many.
SERVICES: Memorial visitation will be held at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois Road Affton, Missouri 63123 on Saturday, May 23, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Chad Smith Foundation, a non for profit empowering young musicians through education and opportunity. https://www.chadsmithfoundation.org/donate.html
Such a wonderful guy. He had a passion for trains. He would always help me with my trains had all the answers. He will be truely missed! RIP Don. Our condolences to his family.
Don was always passionate about his music, rocks and gems, mid century modern decor. and if course , Trains. We dated for many years. Am blessed to have known him and shared experiences with him. He has a wonderful family, that I consider my family. Thank God that he and I were able to visit and pray during his hospital stays. He put up a good fight.
Don,
From the moment you and I met in our 6th grade class at Westchester Elementary School, you were influential. You were always an adventurous leader and I often wondered what impact yoiu wouild have made if you had ever made it to Los Angeles.
Your interests were many and varied. I thank you for the stimulation and education you provided through the many activities you spearheaded during ourt time together in the 1970s andf 1980s.
I credit you as instrumental in my development as a lead vocalist while we worked together in various renditions of Gabriel and Maelstrom.
You were the consumate percussionist/musician/musical director.
Have a glorious flight, my old friend as you now move to the drumbeat of another dimension.