Donald L. Nowak, Sr, 74, of South Bend, Ind., passed away at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2014, in his residence.

Don was born on July 21, 1939, in South Bend, to Walter and Lottie Nowak. On Sept. 21, 1991, her married Linda Brugel. 

He retired from Lock Joint Tube where he was employed for 32 years. Don was a member of the Calvert Rod and Gun Club and the West Side Democratic Club.

 He is survived by his wife; daughters: Donna Nowak and Tammy Hill, both of Syracuse, Ind.; sons: Troy (Wendy) Ferrill, Mishawaka, Ind.; five grandchildren; and a brother: Greg Kiska, Mishawaka.

Don was preceded in death by a son: Donald L. Nowak Jr.; and two brothers: Jimmy Kiska and Richard Nowak.

Funeral services will be held from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21, in the Zahoran Funeral Home, 1826 S. Kemble Ave.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice Foundation.