Donald Lacombe

Dec 20, 1933 -

Jan 28, 2026

Donald G. Lacombe passed away on Jan. 28, 2026, at the age of 92. Born in Cranston, R.I., he was the son of the late Joseph and Florence MacPherson Lacombe. Donald proudly served in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, Donald worked with American Airlines and Trans World Airlines, spending time in Saudi Arabia and several other countries. His career eventually brought him to Malta where he met his wife, Rita Despina. They married in 1972, and his work allowed them to travel the world together before settling in Fairbanks, Alaska, where he worked for Alaska International Air Inc. Donald and Rita later made their home in Anchorage, Alaska, where they have lived for the past 50 years.

Donald was predeceased by his son, Donald; daughter, Christine Long; three brothers, Raymond, Robert and Edward; and three sisters, Helen Lowe, Lillian Lacombe and Rena Mahon.

He is survived by his wife, Rita; brother, Joseph; daughter-in-law, Rebecca (Bo); and son-in-law, Steve Long. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Steve, Scott, Donald, Victoria and Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Donnie, Laine, Brigitte, Shanaya and Emilia; and many loving nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at noon on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, 2800 O'Malley Road in Anchorage, followed by burial at Fort Richardson National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army of Anchorage, Alaska.