Donald E. Lord, 76, of Emily Place in Claremont, died Wednesday morning, December 21, 2005 at the Valley Regional Hospital. He was born in Claremont, NH on March 14, 1929 the son of Clifford and Esther (Dutilley) Lord.  He resided in Claremont most of his life and lived in Deltona, Fl for several years. Donald worked at Joy Manufacturing Company as a tool and dye maker and in quality control for fifteen years. The surviving family includes his wife, Maxine T. (Fontaine) Lord of Claremont whom she married on October 1, 1977; three daughters, Brenda Bunnell of Newport, Betty Dutilley and Theresa Perron both of Claremont; one step-daughter, Kathleen Perron of Claremont; eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by four brothers, Robert Lord, Roland Lord, Walter Lord and Richard Lord. There will be no public visiting or funeral services. A private service will be held at his home with Pastor Steven Cook, Pastor of the Calvary Baptist Church, officiating.