December 3, 1941 – July 29, 2025
Donald Ray Irvin was born on December 3, 1941 and died peacefully on July 29, 2025. He lived a life rich in hobbies and deep connections.
Don shared a loving partnership with Lynn Luehr. He was a devoted father to his four daughters, Alicia Starrett, Sue Luehr, Sherri Luehr, and Brenda McNeely and a cherished grandfather to his three granddaughters, Julia Kirk, Riley Starrett, and Reese Starrett. His family was the cornerstone of his life, and he found immense joy in their company and accomplishments.
Don graduated from San Jacinto High School in 1960. He then went to University of Texas and University of Houston earning his undergraduate degree in 1965 and a law degree in 1968.
He was an avid outdoorsman, Don found peace and excitement fishing in the Gulf. He also possessed a keen eye for history and detail, evident in his passions for collecting coins and stamps and his deep interest in Texas history. His love for antique cars was well-known; he enjoyed the beauty and mechanics of these classic vehicles.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Angie and Wade Irvin, his sister Kay Keim, and his brother Wade Irvin. He is survived by his brother Henry Irvin, his loving partner Lynn Luehr, his four daughters, three granddaughters, and numerous nieces and nephews who will dearly miss his presence and warm spirit.
Don’s quiet strength, kind heart, and dedication to his passions will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Memorial Service will be held on August 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main Street, Houston, Texas 77004.
5 thoughts on “Donald Ray Irvin”
Don was like an uncle to me.He was a good friend of my Dad all my life .
He will be missed dearly.
Rest in peace Don
The hole in my universe can not be measured. Thank you brother for carting me around on your hip.
Don was a 2nd cousin but moreso a lifelong cherished friend. As fellow boy scouts, explorers and lawyers. we shared so many good times and memories for 83 years. We loved talking about our childhood upbringing, cars, and our relationships made during the scouting years. We never missed wishing each other annual birthday greetings. He surely will be missed but the memories are forever. Rest in peace. Your biggest battle is over.
Don and I have known each other for many years…our friendship started in 1954!!!
He had the best, cutest and quirkiest smile of all❣️ We’ve had quite a friendship. A huge loss for all of us as he was always top notch; loving memories will last forever🥰.
I’ll miss you dear Don, however, I know you are at peace; a blessing 🙏.
Forgive me please as it hurts me to not be able to come back to Houston; I have to miss DON’S CELEBRATION OF LIFE
I will definitely miss my friend we talked about old cars most everyday and he schooled me on a few things I will cherish my time with him