Don worked as a tour bus driver/guide for many years in both Oregon and California. He was known for being a very generous, kind, and responsible man with a great sense of humor and a great love for his family.
Don is survived by his wife, Cecilia, son Omar, step children Sadith Mondragon and Cesar Mondragon, sister, Suzanne Tate and nephew, Aaron Williams. Don is also survived by step grandchildren, Liah Mondragon and Melissa, Keveen & Kayvin Cabrera. He was predeceased by his mother Mercedes Tate and father, James Tate.