Donald Edward Pankow, 79, of Hinsdale.  U. S. Navy Veteran.  Beloved husband of the late Nita.  Loving father of John (Rebecca) Pankow and Chris (Tony) Niezyniecki.  Devoted grandfather of Alex and Gillian Niezyniecki.  Dear brother of Bob (Charlotte) Pankow and Rich (Pam) Androwich.  Fond brother-in-law of Dee Dee (late Erwin) Schuck.  Dear uncle of many.  Visitation 9am until time of  Service 11am Saturday, June 6^th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55^th St., Countryside.  Interment St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to The American Heart Assn. appreciated.  Don was an avid golfer.  Funeral home phone 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com