Donald Travis

Donald Wilson Travis Jr. passed away December 16, 2009 at St. John's hospital with family at his side. Don was born January 24, 1943 in Decatur Illinois. His family moved to San Diego when he was a small child and he grew up in National City and Chula Vista. His parents are Donald W. Travis Sr. and Pauline Sorenson. Don is brother to Tom, Judy, Randy and Sandy. As an adult, Don spent time all around the world during his career in the Navy, while his family was stationed in Southern California. Upon retiring, he and his wife made Oxnard their home base, while his children deployed across the country. He has been married to his High School sweetheart, Joyce for 48 1/2 years. He loved her so much they had to hunt across the country to get permission from his father as Don was too young to get married. Together, they have four children, Donald, Daniel, Joell and Jennifer; and seven grandchildren, Morgan, Tyler, William, Camiele, Caroline, Joshua and Katherine. During his life, he spent 45 years in the field of Aviation Ordnance. 28 of those years were in dedicated service to the United States Navy and 17 years as a Civilian Government Contractor. The nature of Don's job is confidential, just know, I.Y.A.O.Y.A.S! In his retirement Don enjoyed keeping score for the Pt. Mugu softball league, the Channel Islands Military Officials Association. He also enjoyed playing a weekly betting game with his wife during football season. His favorite team was the San Diego Chargers. Don was an avid reader and also a fan of crime based television. His favorite past time was his family. Don was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a caring brother and uncle. He is the best friend anyone could have, even if his jokes are bad and it takes a long time to figure out how to put up a tent while intoxicated. We love you Papa! I will love and miss you forever Sweetheart!