Friday, March 12, 2021
I am so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. As secretary/treasurer of the Cloud Family Association, I first corresponded with Don when he joined the CFA in 2000 and then finally met him in person at the Cloud Gathering in Knoxville in 2004, again in Dallas in 2005. He was always so interesting to talk to, was so kind, gentle, and thoughtful. He took on the challenge of planning and hosting the Gathering in Charleston, SC in 2010 and did a superb job! At some point through the years we learned that we descended from the same Cloud line...my great-grandfather and his great-great-grandfather were brothers. That was a special joy for us both! We particularly enjoyed the Gathering in San Antonio in 2011 and sharing information to other CFA members about our relative, Daniel William Cloud, who died in the Alamo as one of Davy Crockett's Volunteers! Don also generously gave of his time to serve on the CFA Board and was a great asset to our organization. He loved Shirli and his family intensely! Family was very important to him, whether immediate family or ancestors from long ago. He will be greatly missed! Rest in peace, Don.
Linda Boose
