Donald Thomas Eustice

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held honoring and remembering the life of Donald Thomas Eustice Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 1:30 PM at the Holy Family Cathedral with Father John Grant officiating. Don passed away peacefully March 10, 2018 at the age of 92.

Don was born April 19, 1925 to Zeanna (Clote) Eustice and Joseph Eustice.

He was a lifelong resident of Tulsa. Don was a 1943 graduate from Holy Family Cathedral School where he excelled in sports. After graduation, he served in the Navy Air Corp from 1943 to 1947 during World War II. Upon discharge, Don attended Tulsa University.

On February 14, 1970, Don married the love of his life, Billie Jean Eustice in New Orleans, LA.

In 1950, Don and his father co-founded Eustice Equipment Company where he worked for over 37 years. He retired as the CEO and sold the company in 1987.

Don was a long-time member of Tulsa Country Club and was well-known around the Tulsa Area for his love of the game golf. He was also a huge Oklahoma University football fan and was a season ticket holder for over 50 years. If Don wasn't playing golf or watching football he and his family were enjoying their time at Grand Lake on their boat or doing yard work at their home. He was a gentle and sweet person who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Zeanna (Clote) Eustice and Joseph Eustice; and two sisters, Joanne Eustice and Eileen Hinckley.

Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Billie Jean Eustice; children, Keith Eustice, Greg Eustice and his wife, Louelle, Susan Eustice, Scott Eustice, Ann Imbese and her husband, Rosario, Nancy Eustice and step-daughter, Sharon Eubanks, all of the Tulsa area. He also leaves 11 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews and a world of friends.

Viewing will be held, Wednesday. March 14, 2018 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Schaudt's Tulsa Funeral Service Chapel. A Rosary will be held following the viewing at 7:00 PM.

Entombment will take place following the mass at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa, OK.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Donald Thomas Eustice to the Clarehouse; 7617 S Mingo Rd., Tulsa, OK 74133.

Arrangements are entrusted to Schaudt's Funeral Service and Cremation Care Centers - Tulsa. Family and friends may send memories and condolences to the family, online at www.schaudtfuneralservice.com.