Donald Leo Lord

July 16, 1932 — February 15, 2018

Donald Leo Lord Memphis area, formerly of Kosciusko Donald L. Lord died on February 15, 2018 in CT. Mr. Lord grew up in Kosciusko MS, raised his family in the Oakhaven area in Memphis and retired to Olive Branch, MS. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War and enjoyed a long career as an air traffic controller at the Memphis International Airport becoming a Data Systems Specialist in the 70's. He is survived by daughter Donna Lord, daughter Diane Samuelsen, son-in-law Craig Samuelsen, 3 grandchildren: Sonia (and Miles) Ericson, Aubrey (and Heidi) Samuelsen, Kirk Samuelsen, 2 great grandchildren and 2 nephews. Mr. Lord is preceded by daughter Lisa Lord Mistilis, and wife Verna. Friday 2-23-18 the viewing will be 7 pm to 8 pm at Jordan Funeral Home. Saturday 2-24-18 at 1pm a memorial service will be held at Marvin Chapel Methodist Church, 5090 County Road, 2247, Kosciusko, MS. Interment will be at Marvin Chapel Cemetery adjacent to the church. Eulogy will be conducted by nephew, Rev. Dr. Gerald Lord. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations may be made in Mr. Lord's honor to: Marvin Chapel Methodist Church Perpetual Care Cemetery Fund ℅ Lavenia Miller, 2697 Attala Road 2224, Kosciusko, MS 39067. Online condolences can be made at jordanfuneralhome.com.

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