Mr. Donald McClee Register, age 87, of Waxhaw, formerly of Lumberton, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019, at his home. He was born on December 26, 1931 in Nash County to the late John H. Register and the late Minnie Walker Register.

He was a veteran of the US Army, having served during the Korean War. He received the Bronze Star and numerous other medals during his service. Unfortunately, he suffered from PTSD due to his time served in the Korean War. After discharge from the US Army, he worked for several newspapers as a printer. Ultimately, he went to work for the US Government printing office before retiring in 1991.

Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Edward, Gollie, and Rudolph, and four sisters, Francis, Dora, Doris, and Dollie.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Register of the home; two sons: John Register (Mary Jayne) of Naples, FL and Charles Register (Patti) of Boca Raton, FL; one daughter, Sharron Garofalo and husband Jim of Waxhaw; two granddaughters, Paula Garofalo and Lauren Register; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends prior to the service on Thursday, January 17, 2019, from 12:00-1:00 PM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc. in Lumberton.

Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at Floyd Memorial Chapel at 1:00 PM with Rev. Chris Whittaker officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Faith Cemetery in Lumberton.