Obituary Morton - Donald K. "Don" Downes, 75 of Morton, died at 9:10 AM on Thursday August 29, 2013 at his daughter Lisa's residence. He was born on October 10, 1937 in Peoria to Charles Warren Frederick and Reba Baker Downes. He is survived by three children; Keith (Karen) Downes of Morton, Lisa (Dennis) Simmons of Washington, and Robin Irvin of Morton, ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, one brother, Norman Downes of East Peoria, three sisters; Iris (Richard) Harris of Idaho, Clara (Dennis) Miller of East Peoria and Pat (Don) Miller of East Peoria. Donald proudly served in the United States Navy. He worked at Keystone Steel and Wire in Bartonville for thirty-five years as an electrician. He retired in 1996. His favorite place for dinner was Red Lobster and he loved helping his children out around their homes. Spending time with his family is what made Don happy. He was a life member of Peoria Genealogical Society, Morton Masonic Lodge #352 AF & AM and Morton American Legion Post 318 where he volunteered and worked at the steak frys. He was also active in Habitat for Humanity. There will be a celebration of Don's life on Thursday September 5, 2013 at The American Legion in Morton,IL. from 5-7 PM. Cremation rites have been accorded. Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory in Washington is handling arrangements.