Donald G. DeSilvey

Donald G. DeSilvey, 87, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on November 11, 2024. 

He was born on November 2, 1937 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Charles and Esther (Lutz) DeSilvey. Don was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was an avid bowler, and he enjoyed fishing. Don was a connoisseur of bad jokes that never met a stranger, with the motto of, "Leave 'em laughing." He loved his Pittsburgh Sports Teams, the Steelers, the Pirates, and the Penguins. 

He is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Janet DeSilvey; his parents; and his brothers Charles and William DeSilvey. 

Don is survived by his children, Cynthia DeSilvey, Daniel DeSilvey, David (Lisa) DeSilvey, and Gary (Amanda) DeSilvey; 13 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. 

Visitation will be from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Newcomer, East Louisville Chapel (235 Juneau Drive). His funeral ceremony will follow that day at 12:00 pm at the funeral home with a private burial at a later date at Evergreen Cemetery. 

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