We are sad to announce that on March 3, 2024 we had to say goodbye to Donald Joseph Averill (Dundee, New York), born in Buffalo, New York. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his former life partner Marjorie; his parents, Frank P. Averill and Marguerite E. Averill; and his siblings, Richard, Robert, William Averill and Virginia Baty.

He is survived by : his wife Carole; his children, Timothy (Johanna) of Mandeville, LA, Patricia Triffo of Fayetteville, N. Y., Terence (Dirk Geratz) of Annapolis, MD, Donna Sullivan (Norm) of Greensboro, N. C., Diane Ottley of Fort Mill, S. C., Thomas (Cathy) of Saugerties, N. Y., Christopher (Judy) of Moseley, VA and Martin of Dallas, TX.; his stepchildren, Michael Hoffman (Amanda), Stefanie Hoffman and Sharon Hoffman; his sister Jane Labelle; and his daughter Ann. He is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, three step grandchildren, two step great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catholic Diocese of Nakuru with St. John's Small Home in the memo, c/o Reverend Stephen Ogaro, Roman Catholic Diocese of Nakuru Mission Office, Inc., 406 Spencer St. Canastota, NY, 13032-1137; [email protected].

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Baird Funeral Home