Don Allison Tison, age 73, of Yarmouthport, Massachusetts, passed away on October 8, 2026,from Lewey Body Dementia. He was born on October 2, 1953 in Plymouth, Massachusetts to Warner and Edith Tison, and grew up in Kingston, Massachusetts.

Don was a Master Designer and Builder of homes, yachts and elegant, beautifully crafted, fine furniture. As a young child he was inspired by watching his father and grandfather build homes and boats, and at the age of eight stacked cut-offs for boards that he brought back in his wagon to create his first pieces of furniture. Additionally, he received his Legal Assistant Certification from the University of Southern Maine, was a Project Manager for home/design building firms, Certified Harbor Master, Certified Code Enforcement Officer and Master Level Building Inspector. He received the conservationist of the year award from the US department of water conservation and designed and built the largest boat to launch from the Kennebunks in over 100 years. He loved living by the sea whether it was in Southern Maine, Southold, Long Island, or Gloucester, Ma. Cape Cod however, was his favorite.

Don was an exceptionally kind, talented, joyful and generously spirited man. He was a protective, caring father, devoted husband and loyal friend. He adored his wife Diane of 32 years, and their immense love and profound connection was often remarked on as amazing and inspiring by those that knew them. They shared a creative life of studio workshop time, beach walks, nature treks, singing, playing piano, dancing in the kitchen, and enjoying home cooked meals. Don was famous for his lobster bakes that he often made for family and friends. Toward the end of his life, he looked forward to Dad/Daughter adventure Fridays with his daughter Greer. His legacy of grace, compassion and joy will live on in those that knew him.

Don is survived by his wife Diane, his children Josh(& Heidi), Cyrus, and Greer(&Nate), his siblings David, Glenn, Colice and Rosie, Grandchildren Cody, Emma and Claire, and sisters-in-law Patty(&Peter), Carol, and brother-in-law John. He is pre-deceased by his parents Warner and Edith Tison and brothers Dennis and Barry, sister-in-law Mary Jane, and Mother-in-law Helen.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Don's memory to VNA Hospice of Cape Cod www.Capecodhealthcare.org or the Alzheimer's Family Support Center www.alzfamilysupport.org

A celebration of life service will be held at the Unitarian Church of Barnstable, 3330 Main Street, Barnstable, Massachusetts on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 1pm.