Donald "Tattoo Don" Kukawski Sr.

March 28, 1946 - October 12, 2020

Donald “Tattoo Don” Kukawski Sr., age 74 passed away unexpectedly at his home October 12, 2020. Don is the son of Evelyn Kukawski and the late Charles Kukawski. Don was a lifetime resident of Grand Rapids and was especially proud of the Westside neighborhood where he lived and worked. Don loved the Detroit Red Wings and enjoyed many games, watching at home, with his brothers and nephews. Don served his country honorably in the United States Air Force until his discharge in 1970. Don was a talented artist; his creations are displayed on the countless tattoos permanently inked on family and friends. Don was preceded in death by his father Charles Kukawski. He is survived by his mother Evelyn Kukawski, his children Donald Jr. (Jennifer), Sonny Earls (Jamie), Brandon, Megan Jacobsen (Bradley) and Alivia Johnson, his grandchildren Ryan and Jared Kukawski and Brandon and Colin Earls. In addition he is survived by his siblings: Marianne Kukawski, Gloria Kawall, Gregory, Michael, Charles, Carl, Patrick and James Kukawski, their spouses and a slew of nieces and nephews. To honor Don contributions in his name may be made to the American Cancer Society. A Celebration of life will be held later at a later date.