Donald Ray Baugh, age 77 of Rockwall, TX, passed away October 25, 2011. He was born July 30, 1934 in Jewett, TX, to Vernie Arnold Baugh & Gertrude Odie Russell. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army. He worked as a quality control engineer for 44 years with Collins Radio, which became Rockwell International, which became Alcatel. Donald also had a side electronics business called Biotel, which provided wildlife tracking equipment. He loved his gardens and the Peace Rose was his favorite rose. Donald loved his family and enjoyed watching football games, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was the designated photographer at all family events.

Donald is survived by his sons: Tommy G. Baugh & wife Kristi of Rockwall, TX, and Mitchell R. Baugh & wife Melody of Dallas, TX; grandchildren: Jon Myers (Ashley), Sarah Baugh (fiancé Peter), Atalie C. Broshears (Randall), Christopher G. Baugh, Dustin Foster, Tommy Joe Baugh and Cadence J. Layden; six great grandchildren; brother: James Baugh & wife Alta of Terrell, TX; former daughter-in-law: Ginger K. Baugh; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and other extended family. He was preceded in death by his wife: Cecilia A. Baugh; and parents.

Funeral services will be held 2:00pm, Monday, October 31, 2011 at Rest Haven Funeral Home – Rockwall Chapel with Pastor Rick Donaho officiating. The family will receive friends Monday afternoon prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00pm.

Condolences:
10-31-2011 I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I have known Don since the Collins days. He always greeted you with a smile and was a very kind man. My prayers are with you. Sent by: B.J. Parks 10-31-2011 Tommy, Mitch & all of the family, We are so sorry about your loss. Don was always such a nice person. Our thoughts are with you in your time of grieving. Call if we can be of help.(J.C.'s middle daughter) LaVerne (Harlan) Andrew Sent by: Berry E. 10-31-2011 I am so sorry to hear about Don passsing away. I knew Don as one of the "old bunch" down on H-Line Dr. in the early days of Collins. There was not a nicer guy. Sent by: Ray K. 10-29-2011 I was very deeply saddened by the news of the death of Don. I was his Coordinator for a number of years. I had a lot of respect for Don, he was a straight up guy....one of the best managers that I ever had. I also became friends with Cecilia. There was never in my mind the love and admiration that this man had for his family. Always remember that Don Baugh was a fair shooter and a genuinely good guy. I did not know that Cecilia was gone on before him but I do know that he is happy now that he is with her. I never knew such love and respect for a mate existed until I met Don. We lost another GOOD one...but our loss is Heavens gain and our good memories will sustain us all. Peace to the family! Clytie Gibson-Stephenson Sent by: Clytie Gibson-Stephenson 10-29-2011 Don was a very upbeat person to know. His smile always preceeded him when he entered the office! Patsy Bisterfelt Sent by: Patsy Bisterfelt 10-29-2011 Iam so sorry to here about Don. Don and I go way back we worked together when I was in purchasing. Don hired me to go to work in quality which was a great move for me. Don was not just a great boss he was a great friend. I pray God will give you the strength to get through this bad time. Sent by: Ron Inman 10-28-2011 So sorry to hear of Don's death. He was a friend from old Collins days. There were six of us that worked as a quality control team, always took coffee breaks together and fliped coins as to who would buy. A lot of good memories from those days. Condolences to all the family. Sent by: Marvin Burton